Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Through the vision to eliminate poverty in our community and guided by a passionate concern for the dignity and well-being of each individual, Bissell Centre's work is based on building relationships, hope and trust. Our mission is to work with others to empower people to move from poverty to cultural, social, and economic prosperity. We empower people to meet their own basic daily needs, participate in community and have sustainable livelihoods, secure housing, feel hope for the future and make plans for a prosperous life. By joining Bissell Centre, you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision.

Are you a

Computer Science or Information Technology Professional looking to make an impact in your community? Do you have endless optimism, ready to move and create change in the community? Through the vision to eliminate poverty in our community and guided by a passionate concern for the dignity and well-being of each individual, Bissell Centre's work is based on building relationships, hope and trust. Our community comes from all walks of life and so do we.

Through our programs we work to empower people from meeting their own basic daily needs to have sustainable livelihoods, secure housing, and feeling hope for the future and make plans for a prosperous life. By joining Bissell Centre, you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision.

Currently, Bissell Centre is looking for an individual wanting to join the Bissell Centre's Analysis & Evaluation team. Are you ready to be our

Database Coordinator

and make an impact in our community?

Job Purpose

The Data Coordinator supports the Bissell Centre's mission by managing databases, creating reports from various data sources, and training staff. The ideal candidate is skilled in Power BI, SQL, and Excel and can learn Microsoft Power Apps within 3 months. The role also requires flexibility and a willingness to adopt other digital tools as needed to enhance data management and support the organization's operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Create reports and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders using Power BI and other reporting tools.

Learn and maintain Power Apps to create and manage data collection tools, ensuring systems remain current and effective.

Extract data from various data sources (SQL Server, Dataverse, etc.) as required and ensure proper

maintenance of data sources.

Manage and maintain organizational databases, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and reliability.

Work with leadership to ensure data collection protocols are consistently followed.

Prepare reports, memos, and documentation for data-related projects, and communicate data insights through presentations, workshops, or written summaries.

Develop and maintain training materials, user guides, and documentation.

Train staff on using databases, Power Apps, and Power BI tools.

Attend program and team meetings to support data and reporting needs.

Provide ongoing technical and data support for projects and initiatives.

Support data entry, validation, and reporting processes.

Collaborate with teams to improve workflows and use automation tools.

Support analysis and evaluation projects as needed.

Qualifications

Fresh graduate or candidate with up to 3 years of work experience.

Experience working with databases and managing data effectively.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and Power BI.

Knowledge of Power Apps is an asset.

Must be able to learn Microsoft Power Apps within 3 months and be flexible to adopt other digital tools as the organization evolves.

Familiarity with issues of poverty, houselessness, and Edmonton's urban core is an asset.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Conditions of Work

This position reports to the Manager of Analysis & Evaluation. The expectation is that the successful candidate will work at home for most of the time with about 5% to 25% of the time in the office at Bissell Centre East.

Personal Characteristics

The Employee should demonstrate competence in all the following:

Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior is consistent with these standards and aligns with the mission and core values of Bissell Centre.

Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.

Focus on Participant Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of participants and the community to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.

Foster Teamwork: Foster, sustain and role model productive team management practices, and contribute to a positive team environment. Share expertise and knowledge to support, coach and develop others.

Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the organization.

Organizational Skills: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.

Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create, and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and results.

Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

Screening Requirements

Criminal Record Check

CWIS Check

Training Requirements

Standard First Aid and CPR

Conflict into Calm Training

Conflict Into Calm Training must be completed during the three months of employment. Other required training may be identified as required.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to:

ajose@bissellcentre.org

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, Bissell Centre continues to take action to protect person served and staff. Strategies related to Bissell Centre's response to COVID-19 are driven by the guiding principle of taking all reasonable precautions and measures to protect the health and safety of both persons served and staff. In keeping with this intentional purpose, COVID-19 full vaccination is a condition of employment for new hires, except due to legitimate, established exceptions.

Bissell Centre is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to diversity within our community and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability. Bissell Centre is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees, in accordance with provincially and federally legislated protected grounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.49 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Edmonton, AB T5H 2H6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person