Job Description

Nisa Foundation is a community-based charity that has promoted safety, security, and mental wellness for racialized women across Canada since 2014. The organization provides toll-free peer-to-peer counseling services, transitional homes for women & children fleeing abuse or homelessness, and facilitates educational workshops. Nisa Foundation's mission is to transform communities by engaging, equipping, and enriching the lives of women and children to reach their full potential.

Job title

Educational Program Coordinator

Reports to

Director of Programs

Location

Mississauga - Hybrid

Job Status

Contract, 8-week (35 hours/week)



The Educational Program Coordinator will play a pivotal role in enhancing the outreach and educational impact of Nisa Foundation's programs. This role focuses on developing educational content, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring effective data collection and reporting to measure program success. The ideal candidate is a proactive and organized individual with a passion for community engagement and social impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Education & Awareness:Develop and create educational materials and presentations for Nisa Foundation's programs, emphasizing awareness and impact. Collaborate with internal teams to identify and plan key educational topics for workshops and presentations. Deliver engaging and informative sessions that align with the Foundation's mission and goals.


Stakeholder Engagement:Identify and establish contact with mainstream organizations in key cities for potential partnerships. Coordinate and manage logistics for workshops and educational events in collaboration with external partners. Build and maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders to enhance program visibility and collaboration opportunities.


Data Collection & Reporting:Document all outreach activities, workshop participation, and feedback from external partners and attendees. Prepare detailed reports outlining outreach efforts, partnerships formed, and the outcomes of workshops and events. Analyze feedback and provide actionable recommendations for program improvement.

Support Organizational Goals:Assist in the development and distribution of toolkits and other resources to further the Foundation's educational objectives. Ensure all activities align with Nisa Foundation's mission and values, adhering to best practices and organizational guidelines.


EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION:

Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a program in education, social work, community development, or communications. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Experience in public speaking, outreach, or workshop facilitation is preferred. Ability to work independently and remotely, as well as part of a team. Proficiency in English; fluency in Arabic or Urdu is highly preferred.


Eligibility

This position is part of the Canadian government's summer job program.Candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or a protected person within the meaning of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Able to provide a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN). Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Nisa Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with both the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA.