Projects and Initiatives Coordinator

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the Community Development Senior Coordinator, the Projects and Initiatives Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of community and social development strategies, policies, and initiatives.

On behalf of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this position supports the Senior Coordinator in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Council policies and directives which may be related to the City's Encampment Policy and Protocol, poverty reduction, newcomer welcoming and inclusion initiatives, homelessness, crime prevention, community safety, Indigenous community development; reconciliation; equity and diversity endeavors; and may be directed to support the development of related policies on behalf of the Public Service for Council consideration.

Under the direction of the Senior Coordinator, the Coordinator works collaboratively with other departments, senior levels of government, public agencies, community-based organizations, and the broader community to identify community and social development needs, as well as priority areas for City action to support collective impact. Activities may include inter-departmental coordination; partnership development; community consultation and engagement; research and analysis; framework and policy development; program development and administration; and performance measurement.

This position involves significant outreach, coordination, leadership, and administrative duties. The Coordinator is a community and social development expert, a strong relationship builder, a strategic and innovative thinker, and has excellent verbal and written communication skills. The Coordinator may be directed to participate in various community, civic, and inter-departmental committees to support their work, and the work of the Division, including working directly with the Winnipeg Police Service and the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service.

As the Community Projects and Initiatives Coordinator, you will:

• Supports policy and strategy development and implementation.
• Supports the development of administrative reports, and briefings.
• Relationship building, community development, and public engagement.
• Responding to emerging issues.

Your education and qualifications include:

1. Undergraduate Degree in Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Social Work, Community Planning, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of progressive related experience working with communities on collaborative issues, on social inclusion strategies, community development, organizational development, and processes is required.
2. Progressive-related experience working with communities on collaborative issues, community development, social issues, organizational development, and processes is required.
3. Progressive-related experience completing research and information gathering, synthesizing information as required, and developing reports and briefing is required.
4. A minimum of 3 (three) years of diverse and progressively more responsible experience in Community Development, Social Services, or Social Support service delivery systems in a leadership capacity.
5. Extensive knowledge of and experience in the area of community and social development with a specific focus on high-risk and targeted populations.
6. Demonstrated experience and ability in report writing and policy development.
7. Demonstrated experience and ability in relationship building.
8. Demonstrated experience and ability in project management.
9. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts, and the public.
10. Demonstrated leadership, administration, organization, analytical and decision-making abilities.
11. Ability to coordinate, manage projects, and/or facilitate the activities of a team and community members.
12. Strong interpersonal skills, including communication (both oral and written), facilitation, and collaboration.
13. Demonstrated experience in initiating, participating, and evaluating research.
14. Facilitation, community workshop skills, demonstrated ability to lead and chair meetings
15. Comprehensive understanding of the City's political and administrative structure and its strategic goals and policies
16. Ability to work in a political and public management environment with all levels of government and the private sector. Ability to function independently and analyze issues expeditiously, making accurate and thorough recommendations.
17. A sound knowledge of information, human resource and budget systems.
18. A sound knowledge of City of Winnipeg by-laws, policies, reports, directives and regulations.
19. A commitment to anti-oppressive, de-colonial and anti-racist principles and practices.
20. Lived experience as a person from a First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Racialized, or Black community is an asset.

*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment servicehttps://canalliance.org/en/ at application.