Full-time Community Engagement Assistant, Temporary Contract (12 weeks) Hamilton
Job Description
Full-time Community Engagement Assistant, Temporary Contract (12 weeks)
Hamilton, ON
Contract Dates: May through August 2022 (12 weeks)
All positions subject to approval by Service Canada – Canada Summer Jobs
Candidates must be between the ages of 18-30
About Indwell: We are a Christian not-for-profit charity that creates affordable housing communities and supportive programs to people seeking health, wellness, and belonging. Founded in 1974, we continue to grow and thrive to build high quality energy efficient housing and inclusive living, uplifting our society. Our belief is that every employee is a leader contributing to transform lives through HOPE and HOMES. Being a part of our amazing team you will be fulfilled working together with others who are genuinely invested in Indwell’s mission to serve people impacted by poverty and homelessness. To learn more, go to: indwell.ca/our-model
Position Description: Working as part of a creative team and reporting to the Community Engagement Manager, the Community Engagement Assistant will assist with many aspects of fundraising and community engagement activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with planning and launching several major events.
- Participate in community events.
- Prepare updates for social media, including making videos.
Hours: 40 hours a week, with flexibility required. Primarily weekdays, with occasional evenings or weekends required. This position is a temporary contract, ending after 12 weeks (subject to approval).
Remuneration: $15.00/hr.; hours and position length subject to approval of Service Canada – Canada Summer Jobs.
Requirements & Prerequisites
Requirements:
- Experience in planning events to engage participants and raise funds.
- Committed to upholding and modeling the standards set out in the organization’s Mission Statement, Code of Conduct and other operating standards and policies.
- Ability to work independently, be flexible, organized, responsible, and take initiative.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, especially in email and social media content creation.
- Experience in video production an asset.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Ideal candidate will have training and/or experience in event planning, marketing, or communications.
- Candidate must qualify for age requirements set by Canada Summer Jobs (18-30 years old).
- Must be able to lift 20 kg
How To Apply
To Apply: Please apply online with cover letter and resume via our website www.indwell.ca/careers. We thank all applicants; however, only applicants that are being considered will be contacted.
Personal information submitted will be used only for employment opportunities within Indwell in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Indwell’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Indwell exists to provide hope and homes for all. Our supports, services, and employment are open to people from every creed, race, ethnicity, sex, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Indwell’s leadership are motivated by the example of Jesus Christ as reflected in Indwell’s statement of faith. Indwell engages with diverse communities; we actively identify and remove barriers that prevent people from accessing and participating in our services and organization.
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