Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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Position: 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.

' E2 l9 j, \3 e5 y) r8 dPLUS: 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.

% J1 }  N1 ^  R" EEducation & 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.
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Other 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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) I" _  N% I8 a, T- \TO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
" _$ s3 L( g6 X# LCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

) s7 s0 ~8 E& f$ w/ D0 kPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.