Job Description

Association for New Canadians

is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to



the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.



Job Title: PSR Officer



Location: St. John's, NL



Position Type: 1 full-time position until June 30, 2025 with possibility of extension



Closing date: March 27, 2025



Reporting to the PSR Coordinator, the

PSR Officer

is responsible for reviewing and submitting refugee sponsorship applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IRCC requirements, and updating IRCC on any changes. They support sponsoring groups in fulfilling their responsibilities, including pre-arrival coordination, interview preparation, and reception upon arrival in Canada. The role also involves budget monitoring, reporting, and collaborating with key stakeholders such as the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) and the SAH Navigation Unit (SNU). Additionally, the PRS Officer stays informed on refugee sponsorship policies through training, uses technology effectively, and upholds ANC's policies while promoting anti-oppressive and social justice principles.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Reviews completed refugee sponsorship applications for accuracy and inputs into the IRCC portal, and updates IRCC on any changes regarding family composition or other aspects of the sponsorship, including any changes in the financial or other conditions of the sponsoring groups Ensures that sponsoring groups carry out their duties including but not limited to the refugees they are sponsoring and IRCC. These duties include pre-arrival tasks such as: + maintain contact with refugee applicants and update them and ANC
+ ensure refugees are aware of their interview and appear for the interview
+ prepare refugee for an interview
+ work jointly with refugee applicants to avoid any delay or complication in the sponsorship process
+ reception (meet at airport when required, with the cosponsor, welcome into the community, and provide support orientation to new neighbourhood and life in Canada)
Participates in the team-based contract management in regard to budget monitoring, reporting, cash flow forecasting, and other tasks as required Uses technology effectively in all aspects of the job Creates awareness of anti-oppressive/social justice issues Work close and create excellent relationship and ask for advice, if needed, from Refugee Sponsorship Training Program RSTP and SAH Navigation Unit SNU Participates in training opportunities to stay current on issues impacting MOSAIC's operations, including Refugee Sponsorship Training Program RSTP and SAH Navigation Unit sessions and webinars Organizes and/or participates in regular team and organization-wide staff meetings Follows all ANC's policies and administrative procedures

Qualifications and Experience:

Undergraduate degree in related discipline, i.e. social studies, social work, business administration, area or combination of education, training and experience may be considered Experience in working and supporting the refugee and immigrant population Excellent ability to connect settlement and financial resources to support refugee applications Excellent knowledge of settlement procedure and organization in NL Clear understanding of confidentiality and privacy of client information Ability to set clear yet friendly professional boundaries Empathetic, respectful and discrete; remains tactful and patient during stressful situations Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail Strong time-management, multi-tasking, and problem-solving abilities Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills Work independently with limited direct supervision Excellent organizational and project management skills Keen understanding of diversity issues, experience working in multicultural settings Ability to speak, read, and write in fluent English is required Additional language an asset (Tigrinya)

Conditions of Employment:

Legal authorization to work in Canada Flexible to work outside of core hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm) Valid class 5 NL driver's license and daily access to a vehicle is required Position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary




How to Apply



Please upload a cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to

Association for New Canadians

is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and



Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all



candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified



applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment



process.



Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.