Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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7 B8 K/ f6 P+ g! b' X& n) A8 YPosition: Community Organizer / Location: Edmonton / Terms: work hours are flexible & variable with some requirement to attend evening and occasionally, weekend meetings / Salary: competitive / Closing Date: August 22, 2008.
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Position Abstract: as a community organizer you will be responsible for providing training to residents of an inner city community who are actively involved in creating strategies for a healthier neighbourhood. Working towards ensuring wide participation by residents/organizations in the local community you will assist in reinforcing inclusivity.
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PLUS: a capable advocate for alternative dispute resolution, you will liaise between the community and elected officials/municipal administration, assisting in the development of a strong working relationship between these groups.
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7 M) e7 X* _. X' y$ kEducation & Experience: the position calls for an individual with education in the humanities or related field + 2 years experience in the field of community organizing. Special interest in ecological literacy and sustainable communities will be an asset.

$ n7 X, m( u$ l2 bOther Skills: the successful candidate will have a strong background in building group capacity & seeing projects through to completion. There is a significant element of research and an opportunity for creativity in assisting residents to address community challenges. Working in a non profit environment will mean that experience in sourcing/writing grant proposals is an asset.
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% c6 k4 Y* y  Y7 I: {TO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
8 \7 x- w* }8 o9 r; C. NCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

( k2 P; S" c6 w" mPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.