UARR is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Diversity Youth Fellowship program & Anti-Racism Education Projects. This is a contract position for 35 hours/week until December 2023, with possibility of extension.
Deadline to apply is March 24th, 2023.
View the posting for details.
Urban Alliance on Race Relations is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Diversity Youth Fellowship program & Anti-Racism Education Projects.
Contract Term: 35 hours/week until December 2023 (with a possibility of extension).
Responsibilities:
• Implement a fundraising strategy to raise funds for the fellowship program in general and for the anti-racism education initiatives
• Recruit, coach and support Youth Fellowship leads and provide support for their fellowship coordination
• Develop and implement a youth-led capacity building initiative to support youth navigate the complex education and criminal justice system
• Organizing the outreach to promote the various youth related anti-racism education programs
• Engage community stakeholders in supporting the assigned initiatives
• Liaise with city staff and elected representatives to support the DYF project in Toronto and explore ways to expand the program to other cities across Canada
• Coordinate the evaluation of the youth fellowship and anti-racism education projects
• Assist with other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Minimum two years of experience in project management, including design, delivery and evaluation
• Experience in working with various diverse communities, especially on youth leadership programs
• Experience in fundraising and marketing for community development and education projects
• Familiarity of issues impacting racialized youth and the knowledge of the various community assets and resources available
• Understanding of anti-racism and anti-oppression framework and principles
• Strong communication skills and social media skills
• Experience in managing volunteers, and supervising staff
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong leadership, organizational and administrative skills
• Strong computer skills including skills related to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
Compensation: $40,000 to $50,000 annual salary based on qualifications and experience
Please submit your résumé and cover letter by March 24th, 2023 by 2pm, to:
UARR is committed to employment equity & encourages applicants from equity seeking groups. While we appreciate all responses, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
