Full Time Temporary, ending on March 31, 2027 | Monday to Friday with evenings and weekends as required | 40 hours per week
Summary of Position
The Community Development Coordinator is a core role within the Hope Grande Prairie Project, reporting to the Director of Education and Engagement with accountability to identified community partners. This position leads the coordination and management of collective activities, including administrative tasks, community engagement, and event planning. The Coordinator plays a central role in building partner and stakeholder engagement and supporting the successful implementation of a collective database and shared community outcomes. By fostering collaboration and driving collective impact work forward, this role helps enhance the well-being and autonomy of individuals accessing local services.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Provide day-to-day coordination and facilitation of the Hope Grande Prairie Project
Organize, support, and engage community partners in advancing project goals and work plans
Complete required administrative tasks related to meetings, reporting, and partnerships
Lead and document meetings as well as provide training to community partners and external stakeholders on the use of the Hope Hub database
Coordinate events and activities that engage the community in the project's work
Collect, analyze, and report on data and outcomes as part of the collective initiative
Maintain and oversee the project's collective database to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and functionality
Engage with Restore Hope to support professional development and ongoing learning for the project
Build and sustain relationships with community partners to advance the mission of ending domestic and sexual violence
Work collaboratively with Odyssey House departments to ensure effective service delivery
Qualifications
The successful applicant will possess one or more of the following:
Diploma or bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counselling, or other Human Services related field (or comparable experience)
Minimum three years working within the human and/or social service field, including 1 or more years of proven community collaboration and committee coordination experience
A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
Skills and Abilities
The successful applicant will possess the following:
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Creativity and energy
Good organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of dynamics of domestic violence and women's issues
Understanding of the experiences related to equity deserving groups within our community
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships with diverse community partners such as social services, multi levels of government, faith based and health services
Above average written and oral communication skills
Creative problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong knowledge of social service community agencies and protocols for referrals/advocacy
What We Offer
Hourly wage ranges from $25.40 - $26.95 per hour
Excellent employer-paid benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid wellness days and sick days
Pension plan with employer matching
Employer-paid training opportunities
Other Information
The successful applicant will be required to submit the following documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment: Criminal Record Check, Child Intervention Record Check (C.Y.I.M), First Aid & CPR certification, and Suicide Prevention Training Program.
While we sincerely thank all applicants who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $25.40-$26.95 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
Grande Prairie, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
Have you accessed Odyssey House services within the last two years?
Experience:
Social Service: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
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