Bilingual Coordinator, Community Education - Positive Spaces Initiative

Key Responsibilities

• Develop implementation strategies and work plans for all project deliverables including needs assessments, consultations, research and training content development
• Update and revise online training course content
• Deliver in-person and online training sessions to service providers to effectively meet identified needs of LGBTQIA+ newcomers across Ontario
• Develop and implement an outreach and promotion strategy to strengthen relationships with key Francophone stakeholders
• Develop and maintain Regional Networks that encourage regional dialogue
• Recruit and orient Regional Champions to lead regional activities
• Work with an Advisory Committee, comprised of service providers and newcomers to guide and support the project
• PSI promotion and outreach activities at conferences, forums, and special events including community Pride and LGBTQIA+ celebrations
• Enhance and maintain the PSI website by including interactive resources, content pertinent to LGBTQIA+ issues; maintain PSI Community of Practice and utilize social media to provide timely information and resources to project beneficiaries
• Develop and maintain assessment data relative to the work and goals of the initiative to evaluate effectiveness, identify gaps and recommend further actions
• Develop and monitor project budget
• Prepare narrative and evaluative reports on project(s) progress; prepare cheque requisitions in accordance with set procedures for approval by the manager
• Uphold OCASI’s basic principles for the workplace environment including commitments to the needs, directions and concerns of immigrants and refugees and OCASI’s member organizations
• Maintain updated knowledge base of issues related to all aspects of the newcomer settlement process
• Contribute to a healthy and safe environment for oneself and others and complies with all safe working procedures and instructions including OCASI’s policies and procedures
• Create a safe and supportive learning environment
• Embrace and actively uphold OCASI’s mission, equity, access, anti-racism and anti-oppression principles
• Acknowledge, appreciate, and encourage individual differences and value people for their skills, competencies, and contribution to OCASI’s continuing success
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum of post-secondary diploma (e.g. social science, social work, community development, disability studies, immigration & settlement studies) or the equivalent acceptable combination of education and experience working in the non-profit sector
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role, including coordinating and managing projects with a focus on LGBTQIA+ issues, in a non-profit or community-based agency
• Knowledge of the immigrant and refugee serving sector
• Experience working in a non-profit or community-based agency, preferably with LGBTQIA+ immigrants and refugees
• Demonstrated ability to work with and understand issues affecting LGBTQIA+ communities including experience working with trans and gender diverse communities;
• Understanding of equity and access issues as they pertain to immigrants, refugees, and racialized communities;
• Demonstrated commitment to principles of social justice, cultural competency and equity and inclusion
• Excellent one-on-one and group facilitation skills and knowledge
• Well-developed knowledge of relevant community resources; experience and understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community normally acquired through work in the field and lived experience
• Demonstrated experience in program coordination, including program planning, developing work plans, priority setting, keeping track of expenses, writing reports to funders, and evaluation
• Ability to use a variety of learning/training concepts and principles along with knowledge of adult learning;
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills and the ability to establish rapport with members, partners, staff, students and volunteers
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to consult, collaborate and work as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and influence decision-makers
• Strong work ethics, sound judgment, as well as good problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Good computer skills, proficient with Google Workspace and social media
• Ability to function in a multidisciplinary, culturally diverse workplace and work with a wide range of client groups
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to meet tight deadlines and demanding schedules
• Able to travel across Ontario

Employment Details

• Salary is $52, 501 plus benefits. Unionized with Unifor Local 87M.
• Job type: Full-time position based on 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri)
• This is a Bilingual role – French and English is required
• Currently a Hybrid schedule with in person attendance at the Toronto office (1 day / week)
• Some overnight travel within Canada may be required