Community Engagement Specialist
Region of Peel
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Brampton • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$92,151 - CA$115,189 per year
About the role
- Provide expert guidance and advice on the development and implementation of community engagement plans and strategies using methods and tools to meet the unique needs of each project to maximize meaningful engagement and input
- Evaluate, analyze and consolidate feedback received through engagement activities
- Prepare stakeholder engagement plans, presentations, project plans, council reports, briefing documents and other comprehensive reports
- Monitor trends in community engagement best practices, identify risks and opportunities for specialty areas including youth, housing, newcomers, food and income security
- Develop and provide training on effective community engagement methods and best practices
- Develop and maintain cooperative, collaborative and strategic relationships with internal and external partners including community leaders, service providers and internal staff
- Represent the Region of Peel at community tables and share community engagement information with community partners and stakeholders
- Identify and lead opportunities to engage community partners, municipalities, and service providers in a wide range of projects
- Conduct research, interpret and analyze complex information related to the community in order to provide recommendations on emerging issues such as affordability, income and food security, funding, employment, housing and homelessness
Requirements
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Services or related field (i.e., Community Development, Social Service Worker) with at least five years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
- At least two years of experience doing strategic community engagement with multiple community partners
- In-depth knowledge of community engagement and community development principles and familiarity with frameworks such as asset-based community development, results-based accountability, co-design and collective impact
- Knowledge of the community engagement concepts and strategies, program development, implementation and evaluation
- Broad knowledge of legislation that directs and supports the delivery of Human Services programs and services such as the Ontario Works Act, the Ontario Disability Support Program, the Housing Reform Act, the Day Nurseries Act and the Child and Family Services Act and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
- Political awareness and an understanding of the needs and demographics of the diverse Peel population; an awareness of trends and issues which impact the community.
- Extensive experience using Project Management methodologies
- Intermediate computer skills in MS Office, MS Teams, and other virtual meeting tools
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision benefit plan including psychological health
- Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
- 3 paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
community engagementcommunity developmentprogram developmentimplementationevaluationstrategic planningresearchdata analysistraining developmentrisk assessment
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationleadershiprelationship buildingpolitical awarenessproblem solvingadaptabilitycritical thinkingstakeholder managementcultural competency
Certifications
post-secondary diplomadegree in Human ServicesCommunity DevelopmentSocial Service Worker