Kiwassa Neighbourhood House
Job Posting

Job Title: Community / Volunteer Developer

Summary: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House, a multi-service community agency working in East Vancouver since 1949, is seeking a creative and experienced community and volunteer developer to develop, implement and evaluate Kiwassa’s multicultural, inclusive volunteer programs, and to develop and delivery capacity building activities and initiatives. This position reports to the Executive Director and works collaboratively with Kiwassa staff and community partners. This is a part time position funded for three years, with possible extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outreach events in the community to promote programs and volunteer opportunities and welcome and encourage community inclusion of newcomers and others
• Develop, in collaboration with Kiwassa staff and partners, capacity building, leadership and volunteer opportunities towards building an inclusive and multicultural community
• Develop, lead and evaluate leadership / capacity building training workshops for community members that encourage and help build an inclusive, integrated multicultural community
• Assess opportunities for volunteer placements, develop and implement marketing / recruitment plans, and recruit, screen, orient and train volunteers, in collaboration with staff
• Develop volunteer program materials including application forms, volunteer job descriptions, orientation materials, and policies and procedures
• Organize the annual volunteer appreciation event and recognition activities
• Lead staff committee to organize and implement an annual multicultural open house, and inclusive community gatherings which celebrate cultural diversity
• Participate in evaluation processes and shared learning with Kiwassa and other agencies
• Maintain statistics and administrative files, manage program budget, and write reports.

Qualifications:

• Min. 2 years related exp. in community development, strategic planning and outreach
• University degree or equivalent combined education and experience in social work, community development, or program coordination and leadership
• Strong abilities and background in group facilitation, project management, strategic planning, marketing and outreach, supervision of volunteers; and public relations
• Excellent communication, planning, leadership, coaching and problem solving abilities
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability working in multicultural environment
• Proven ability to work effectively with a broad range of community partners
• Resilient, creative, and energetic person with a passion for community based work
• Strong understanding and commitment to community development principles
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Second language an asset


Remuneration:
This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and flexible work schedule.

Executive Director
Kiwassa Neighbourhood House
2425 Oxford Street
Vancouver, B.C., V5K 1M7
nmcritchie@kiwassa.bc.ca

Application Deadline: April 10th, 5 p.m