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This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Kingston, JamaicaStart Date: February 2026Placement Length: 5 monthsLanguage Requirements: EnglishOpen to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada onlyThe Volunteer’s Role The primary goal of this placement is to enhance the capabilities of the Caribbean Vulnerable Communities (CVC) and the Eastern Caribbean Alliance for Gender Equality (ECADE) in developing and executing monitoring and evaluation (M&amp;E) tools. These tools will effectively gauge the impact of their programs and services on the lived experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community across the Caribbean. As a volunteer, you'll collaborate with the team to design and implement M&amp;E frameworks that prioritize a gender-responsive approach.As a volunteer, you will:<ul><li>Conduct a thorough evaluation of the current monitoring and evaluation (M&amp;E) tools to assess their effectiveness and relevance in measuring program outcomes, ensuring that they meet the needs of all stakeholders involved.</li><li>Play an instrumental role in the design and development of new M&amp;E tools and indicators, ensuring they are well-aligned with organizational goals and capable of accurately tracking progress while providing meaningful insights for comprehensive reporting on the success of program execution.</li><li>Organize and facilitate engaging training sessions for team members to enhance their understanding of M&amp;E best practices, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively implement these practices in their day-to-day operations.</li></ul>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>A university degree in social or political sciences, international development, human rights, gender studies, social work, law, public policy, or a related discipline.</li></ul>Essential Background:<ul><li>At least 3 years of proven experience in roles associated with promoting gender equality, diversity, and/or issues related to women's development.</li><li>Experience in project monitoring and evaluation (M&amp;E) activities.</li><li>Familiarity with reporting procedures.</li></ul>What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!<h3>About Us</h3>Cuso International (Cuso)&nbsp;is an international cooperation and development organization based in Canada that works to create social and economic opportunities for equity-deserving groups. Building on over sixty years of impactful work, we address global challenges by tackling the root causes of inequality. Working alongside our partners, we are focused on efforts to improve economic resilience, advance equity and inclusion for all, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Guided by our values of&nbsp;courage, inclusion, sustainability and accountability, Cuso combines innovative strategies and enduring partnerships to create lasting, meaningful change in communities across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.&nbsp; Project -&nbsp;Partner -&nbsp;<h2>Benefits</h2><h3>Volunteer Support and Requirements&nbsp;</h3>Support PackageCuso International provides a comprehensive support package to ensure volunteers maintain a modest and healthy lifestyle aligned with local standards. This includes:&nbsp;<ul><li>Monthly living allowance&nbsp;</li><li>Accommodation&nbsp;</li><li>Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)&nbsp;</li><li>Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs&nbsp;</li><li>Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)&nbsp;</li><li>Ongoing local support&nbsp;</li><li>Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement&nbsp;</li></ul>Selection and ScreeningIf you are shortlisted, you will need to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel&nbsp;</li><li>Provide two professional references and one personal reference&nbsp;</li><li>Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview&nbsp;</li><li>Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure&nbsp;</li><li>Comply with anti-terrorism checks&nbsp;</li><li>Agree to uphold the policy and &nbsp;</li></ul>Residency and Citizenship: Candidates are responsible for confirming how volunteering internationally may affect their citizenship or residency status. Canadian Permanent Residents should verify requirements with Immigration Canada before travel.&nbsp;Inclusion and Accessibility: Cuso International welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and equity-deserving groups. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout recruitment and placement. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us for support.&nbsp;Ready to Make a Difference? Apply to volunteer today!&nbsp;

Cuso International

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer - Volunteer in Jamaica

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Kingston, JamaicaStart Date: February 2026Placement Length: 5 monthsLanguage Requirements: EnglishOpen to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only<h3>The Volunteer’s Role</h3>The primary objective of this placement is to enhance the capabilities of the Caribbean Vulnerable Communities (CVC) in analyzing and interpreting research outcomes related to the lived experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community in the Caribbean. As a volunteer, you will assist the team in reviewing, compiling, and analyzing a range of research documents and findings through a gender-responsive perspective. Additionally, you will provide support to our partner, the Eastern Caribbean Alliance for Gender Equality (ECADE), in similar initiatives.As a volunteer, you will:<ul><li>Perform a review of existing research focused on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Caribbean.</li><li>Assist in advocacy efforts by utilizing research outcomes.</li></ul>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>University degree in social/political sciences, international development, human rights, gender studies, social work, law, public policy, or related field</li></ul>Essential Background:<ul><li>At least 3 years of proven experience in roles related to advancing gender equality and diversity, including matters affecting the LGBTQIA+ community.</li><li>Experience collaborating with civil society organizations.</li><li>Proficient in data analysis and measurement techniques.</li></ul>What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!<h3>About Us</h3>Cuso International (Cuso) is an international cooperation and development organization based in Canada that works to create social and economic opportunities for equity-deserving groups. Building on over sixty years of impactful work, we address global challenges by tackling the root causes of inequality. Working alongside our partners, we are focused on efforts to improve economic resilience, advance equity and inclusion for all, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Guided by our values of&nbsp;courage, inclusion, sustainability and accountability, Cuso combines innovative strategies and enduring partnerships to create lasting, meaningful change in communities across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.&nbsp;Project:&nbsp;Partner:<h2>Benefits</h2><h3>Volunteer Support and Requirements&nbsp;</h3>Support PackageCuso International provides a comprehensive support package to ensure volunteers maintain a modest and healthy lifestyle aligned with local standards. This includes:&nbsp;<ul><li>Monthly living allowance&nbsp;</li><li>Accommodation&nbsp;</li><li>Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)&nbsp;</li><li>Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs&nbsp;</li><li>Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)&nbsp;</li><li>Ongoing local support&nbsp;</li><li>Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement&nbsp;</li></ul>Selection and ScreeningIf you are shortlisted, you will need to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel&nbsp;</li><li>Provide two professional references and one personal reference&nbsp;</li><li>Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview&nbsp;</li><li>Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure&nbsp;</li><li>Comply with anti-terrorism checks&nbsp;</li><li>Agree to uphold the policy and &nbsp;</li></ul>Residency and Citizenship: Candidates are responsible for confirming how volunteering internationally may affect their citizenship or residency status. Canadian Permanent Residents should verify requirements with Immigration Canada before travel.&nbsp;Inclusion and Accessibility: Cuso International welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and equity-deserving groups. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout recruitment and placement. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us for support.&nbsp;Ready to Make a Difference? Apply to volunteer today!&nbsp;

Gender Research Officer - Volunteer in Jamaica

KidsAbility is a recognized leader in providing early, family-centred support to help children and youth reach key developmental milestones while fostering hope and opportunity. KidsAbility supports over 17,000 children and youth across Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington to reach their communication, social, physical and behavioural goals each year. As the organization enters an exciting period of renewal and growth in the first year of a new five-year strategic plan, we are seeking a transformational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Vice President, Client Services. This role calls for a hands-on operational leader who has a track record of leading teams through change, developing adaptability &amp; agility, while maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality client and family-centred care.Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Vice President, Client Services provides both strategic and operational leadership across KidsAbility’s diverse clinical programs. This role offers the opportunity to inspire, empower, and lead through example, a talented, multidisciplinary team dedicated to ensuring quality, timely, accessible, and integrated services for children and families. The Vice President will lead with a focus on transformation, fostering curiosity, innovation, and excellence in clinical operations while championing new service models, cross-sector partnerships, and system-level collaboration.As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of service delivery, advancing KidsAbility’s mission and strategic priorities. You will oversee program planning, performance management, and quality improvement, while ensuring that all services reflect evidence-based best practices, timely and equitable access and a family centred experience. With strong financial and operational acumen, you will also ensure that resources are aligned to priorities that meet funder targets, maximize client outcomes and ensure organizational sustainability. You will bring excellent communication and relationship-building skills, fostering collaboration and trust with internal teams, funders, partners, and community stakeholders.An inspiring and emotionally intelligent leader, you are known for bringing people together through times of change. You foster cultures of engagement, accountability, and learning, while developing future leaders and supporting employees in their professional and personal growth. You bring a master’s-level education in business, health, social sciences, or a related discipline, along with at least five years of senior clinical operations leadership. You have demonstrated success leading within either publicly funded or private complex service environments. Experience managing in a unionized or not-for-profit setting will be considered an asset. We are seeking a results-oriented professional who exercises sound judgment and moves initiatives forward with focus and efficiency.This is an exceptional opportunity for a hands-on, results-oriented leader who brings sound judgment, practical solutions, and a collaborative approach. Join KidsAbility and play a defining role in strengthening systems, teams, and partnerships to deliver exceptional care for children, youth, and families in our community.The Vice President, Client Services will be based at KidsAbility’s head office in Waterloo, with regular travel throughout the Waterloo and Guelph Wellington Regions. With leadership presence across all sites, the Vice President will have flexibility to work between locations as needed.To express interest in joining KidsAbility, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.miramsbecker.com/vice-president-clinical-services-kidsability" target="_blank">www.miramsbecker.com/vice-president-clinical-services-kidsability</a>&nbsp;or contact Sarah Adams at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sarah@miramsbecker.com" target="_blank">sarah@miramsbecker.com</a>.&nbsp;KidsAbility and Mirams Becker are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Mirams Becker Inc

Vice President, Client Services - KidsAbility

Department: Advancement and External Relations&nbsp;Job Type: ContinuingFull-time/Part-time: Full Time (&gt;=1249 hrs/year)&nbsp;Campus: Waterloo&nbsp;Reports to: Manager, Advancement Systems &amp; Data AnalyticsEmployee Group: WLUSA&nbsp;Application Deadline: December 7th 2025Requisition ID: 10309&nbsp;Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading multi-campus university that excels at educating with purpose. Through its exceptional employees, students, researchers, leaders, and educators, Laurier has built a reputation as a world-class institution known for its rich student experience, academic excellence, and global impact. With a <a href="https://www.wlu.ca/about/discover-laurier/indigenization/index.html" target="_blank">commitment to Indigenization</a> and <a href="https://www.wlu.ca/about/working-at-laurier/commitment-to-inclusion.html" target="_blank">commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion</a>, Laurier’s thriving community has a place for everyone.Laurier has more than 21,000 students and 2,100 faculty and staff across campuses in Waterloo and Brantford, as well locations in Kitchener and Milton. The university is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, a <a href="https://www.wlu.ca/about/governance/assets/resources/8.14-flexible-work-policy.html" target="_blank">flexible work policy</a> and employing a workforce that is reflective of local and national demographics. Laurier's Waterloo, Kitchener, and Brantford campuses are located on the shared traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee peoples. This land is part of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty between the Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe peoples and symbolizes the agreement to share, protect our resources, and not to engage in conflict. Laurier's Milton campus is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, and part of the Nanfan Treaty of 1701 between the British Crown and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.This job posting is for a current vacancy.Position SummaryReporting to the Manager, Advancement Systems and Data Analytics, the CRM Analyst is responsible for the transition, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the CRM. This CRM deployment marks a transformational shift in operations for Advancement as the incumbent will support this transformation from the current Banner into the new CRM. AER is a Department of over 85 staff and is responsible for all major gift fundraising, annual giving fundraising, external relations, alumni relations – including all events, solicitations and communications with our Laurier Alumni and donors. The incumbent supports the day-to-day operations of the CRM including planning the implementation and future growth of the CRM, expectation management, coordination of resources for maximum results, strong communications among stakeholders within the project and across campus.Primary responsibilities of the CRM Analyst will include acting as a ‘super-user’ of the CRM application that is responsible for data, configuration, security and system administration activities. The incumbent administers and monitors the CRM and performs activities required to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the CRM solution.Working with other members of the CRM Project Team, the CRM Analyst plays a key role in planning and advancing the solution through conducting business process analysis. This includes analyzing current state business processes used by AER operations and determining changes to existing procedures and policies to maximize the efficiency of the CRM.&nbsp;&nbsp;The CRM Analyst will be responsible for developing, enhancing, implementing, and maintaining information assets supporting the broader functions of the Advancement and External Relations (AER) teams. This position that combines business, statistical, and information analytics with project management and technical support. This position requires a high degree of flexibility with projects including the transition, implementation and maintenance of the CRM. Also including systems support – including iModules, statistical analysis of alumni data (data mining for insights into characteristics of alumni giving), and information and data management.The position will also work closely with all AER teams and the wider university departments to analyze and develop flexible and consistently executable department wide training, onboarding and file management strategies and special projects/business improvement processes to facilitate, diagnose, and formulate solutions to the business process/data needs and being able to clearly articulate solutions essential to finding effective and efficient solutions to business/workflows. This role will support the department in any/all activities including gifts, events, data management, data analytics, records management, and engagement opportunities.AccountabilitiesProject Management<ul><li>Responsible for the transition, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the CRM.</li><li>Regularly communicate with ICT on current state and future direction of the CRM project in weekly team meetings with PM, Vendor and Project Sponsors</li><li>Research and analyze effectiveness of CRM functions and features and prepare plans and recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Develop strategic plans for the implementation and adoption of CRM to deliver maximum value to AER</li><li>Liaise and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to the CRM</li><li>Plan and manage CRM support and system enhancement tasks that span across AER</li><li>Lead business users in the management of completing CRM system change priorities, enabling prioritization and implementation of users’ needs.</li><li>Develop recommendations to improve the user experience, ensuring a common view of system use and increases user acceptance (e.g. business process improvements, system configuration modifications, data metrics).</li><li>Provide expertise and practical assistance in delivering services.</li><li>Ensure appropriate business participation in information technology projects.</li><li>Follows requirements gathering, project management and change management best practices.</li><li>Balance business users' requests and requirements with technical constraints.</li><li>Report progress, milestones and problems to ICT and advise of solutions</li></ul>Additional projects<ul><li>Maintain and develop improvements for the Alumni Engagement Index (AEI) – including benchmarking against and researching what other Canadian universities are doing</li><li>Improve departmental use of SharePoint including power automate/apps tools to enhance existing business processes or to build new ones as needed.</li><li>System administrator of the eMarketing platform, iModules. This includes the maintenance of its data, user access management, payment gateway and gift processing forms, email exclusions and list management, liaison with vendor application support to diagnose and resolve system errors.</li><li>Responsible for maintaining the Banner/CRM and iModules Connector and develop other data integration and data quality systems. This includes managing corresponding support tickets between ICT, iModules, and Ellucian/CRM.</li><li>Become familiar with the structure and working of the Banner Advancement module and other new software as needed</li><li>Work with business users to elicit and capture information and data requirements</li></ul>Administration<ul><li>Create policies, guidelines and procedures for CRM-related functions and develop and author systems documentation for CRM.</li><li>Provides support for advanced, complex CRM platform issues for users seeking assistance.</li><li>Maintain knowledge base of common issue resolutions.</li><li>Build and configure CRM dashboards, reports and workflows</li><li>Ensure proper recording, documentation and closure of user cases.</li><li>Provide operational supervision to others in how to carry out work tasks.</li><li>Perform advanced levels of business analysis, problem solving and research to work with the vendor and formulate solutions to complex business needs.</li><li>Ensure the CRM system and data are responsive to the reporting needs of AER.</li><li>Direct business user testing teams to provide technical and process input, support and analysis for software, hardware and operational specifications.</li><li>Follow change control procedures and manage the deployment from test to production.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Advancement Systems and Data Analytics.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Undergraduate degree with a minimum of five years related experience in the post-secondary, and/or business management sectors</li><li>Demonstrated project management skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required; must be able to build strong relationships and communicate in highly stressful situations with a broad range of users within the university and with software vendors including instruction to non-technical users on technical applications and with technical users on business processes</li><li>Excellent problem solving and decision making skills</li><li>Proven ability to handle multiple critical demands in order to ensure this multi-faceted project is delivered and implemented successfully with a clear plan for future development. This may include resolving issues between conflicting priorities both inside and outside the university. Using skills of persuasion and applied reasoning to reach a consensus.</li><li>A proven ability to design and implement new processes and facilitate user adoption</li><li>The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to develop solutions to highly complex and inter dependent problems with impacts on multiple facets of the operation.</li><li>Proven knowledge of business analysis, quality assurance, and workflow tools and/or practices</li><li>Experience with information development/management tools and systems, as well as the accessing, analyzing, organizing, evaluating and presenting complex technical information.</li><li>Experience with frequent uncontrollable interruptions to work flows, which create changes in priorities and result in changes in the pace/flow of work. Schedules and deadlines are well articulated but are subject to change based on unforeseen events and may result in conflicting priorities. Resolution will require high volumes of consultation and service.</li><li>An understanding of CRM platforms, with the ability to create and update formula fields, workflows, custom views, and other content of intermediate complexity</li><li>Demonstrated aptitude in working with computing technology; desire to learn, participate and keep current with technologies</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft products including Excel, Word, Visio</li><li>SharePoint, and iModules experience strongly preferred</li><li>SQL experience required, VBA an asset – a strong programming background is necessary</li><li>Demonstrated experience with ETL data integration solutions like IBM InfoSphere DataStage, Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, or Oracle Data Integrator</li></ul>Hours of WorkThis is a Full-time, Continuing opportunity. The normal hours of work are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility in hours may be required, including evening and/or weekend work due to periods of high volume. When possible, the manager will adjust hours to ensure no more than 35 hours are worked in a week.This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement, as per Policy 8.14 (Flexible Work Policy). All arrangement must be approved by the direct manager. In-person attendance for events, as required to meet operational needs, is expected. On occasion, this schedule may need to be adjusted to meet operational requirementsCompensation<ul><li>Level:&nbsp;E</li><li>Rate of Pay: $42.32 - $44.74 per hour with an annual step progression on anniversary date up to $48.37 per hour. Considerations for new hire step placements include, qualifications and length/depth of required experience, relevant market rates for similar jobs, internal equity, and estimated learning curve in starting the job</li></ul>Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity &amp; Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/" target="_blank">careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/</a>Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wlu.ca/careers" target="_blank">www.wlu.ca/careers</a>&nbsp;for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form.

Wilfrid Laurier University

CRM Analyst

JOB SUMMARYThe Working Centre is seeking a Community Bike Shop Animator to join the team at Recycle Cycles. Located in downtown Kitchener, Recycle Cycles is a community bike shop that provides a caring and supportive space where people can access the tools, space, and knowledge they need to fix their own bicycles for free, and access to inexpensive bicycles and parts.Recycle Cycles is a community enterprise project, always working to create a balance between involvement and production. We host and assist all people who come into the space, building trust and relationships while also holding the boundaries of the space in a thoughtful and caring way. Volunteers are the heart of our project, and we work with a diverse team of volunteers who join us each day to share their skills and learn new ones. Understanding people’s strengths and finding meaningful ways to engage them is a key aspect of our project. This is creative, productive and community building work.The Community Bike Shop Animator takes a lead role in supporting all the activities of the shop and for fostering an inclusive and diverse community of cyclists.ABOUT THE WORKING CENTREThe Working Centre is a dynamic community-based organization, forming a web of projects that wrap around people, building stability of place, income, health and mental health. Our work includes:<ul><li>St. John’s Kitchen and Outreach Hub - An integrated web of supports for people experiencing homelessness, addiction to drugs, experiencing mental illness, focusing on those most left out. Projects include St. John’s Kitchen, Street Outreach, Specialized Outreach Services, Justice Outreach Services, and Community Dental.</li><li>Housing and Shelter Hub – We support over 165 people in 124 units of affordable, supportive, sober, women &amp; children, and health-based housing. We host a 50-cabin shelter that welcomes people from encampments to shelter.</li><li>Work and Livelihood Hub - The Working Centre’s Resource Centre is a hub for work, financial problem-solving and livelihood related issues. Projects include Job Search Resource Centre, Money Matters, and Job Café.</li><li>Community Tools and Enterprise Hub – Practical and productive examples of enterprise. We seek to serve the common good through skill building and to provide access to tools for those not able to participate in the larger economy. The main work of regeneration happens through re-use, re-purposing and creating goods and services. Community Tools seek to make daily living more inclusive, affordable and cooperative.</li></ul>The Working Centre has been developing as a Living System organization with the capacity for creative responses. A Living System means that our practices and approaches have the openness to evolve, that cooperation, responsiveness, hospitality and diversity are key features.SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Coordinate and support the day-to-day operations of the shop </li><li>Coordinate volunteer involvement in shop operations, including supporting and empowering them in their learning and development </li><li>Create a safe, welcoming, inclusive, productive and fun environment </li><li>Welcome diverse folks into the shop each day, supporting any conflict resolution as needed </li><li>Creatively work to respond to each person’s needs while still holding the range of what is possible in the shop and prioritizing shop commitments </li><li>Participate in bicycle repairs and troubleshooting</li><li>Manage inventory, tracking donations, ordering and receiving supplies to ensure our shop is fully stocked</li><li>Maintain shop systems and organization so that volunteers, customers and team have a positive experience</li><li>Engage with community groups and organizations, run shop outreach events </li><li>Participate in scheduling and shop organization commitments</li></ul>QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Knowledge of mechanics and bicycles, experience and up-to-date capacity with tools of the trade</li><li>Support and appreciation for the purpose of Recycle Cycles as a not-for-profit community space</li><li>Interest in and experience in teaching, training or supporting people to learn new skills </li><li>Ability to multi-task, deal with multiple demands, and to stay calm under pressure </li><li>Excellent time management skills and attention to detail, with the ability to perform multiple tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining quality </li><li>Hard worker who is willing to go the extra mile to meet project needs </li><li>Ability to work well independently as well as to function effectively as a member of a diverse team</li><li>Excellent communication skills, being able to effectively engage with people from diverse backgrounds and identities </li><li>Welcomes other points of view and ideas, recognizing and embracing different and contrary perspectives with kindness, curiosity, and encouragement </li><li>Flexibility to work shifts as needed, joining the team in making sure that we have coverage of all shifts</li></ul>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSWe are looking for someone to join our team full time, working a regular schedule that includes one evening/week plus Saturdays. Our shop is open from Tuesdays to Saturdays.The Working Centre has an equal salary policy across the organization. This position starts at $30.00/hour or $58,500 annually. We offer a full benefits package that starts after 3 months of full-time work.APPLICATION PROCESSThe Working Centre is a dynamic and highly responsive organization. Co-workers come from all walks of life, a variety of cultural backgrounds age groups. We are constantly learning and are challenged in our work. We offer a work environment that allows you to do meaningful, respectful and good work.This work is more than a job – it is about committed community work in a collaborative environment. If you think that this role would make you excited to come to work every day, we’d like to hear from you.Email your application to <a href="mailto:working@theworkingcentre.org" target="_blank">working@theworkingcentre.org</a> and include:<ul><li>A cover letter explaining your interest in this position, our organization and how your experience and skill would be a good fit.</li><li>- Your resume</li></ul>

The Working Centre

Recycle Cycles Community Bike Shop Animator

Our Homework Helper volunteers work one to one to with a child or youth to provide academic support and motivation with, reading, writing, assignments, and homework. This can build confidence and a sense of future educational achievements. Our volunteer might also engage the child/youth in activities and community events. This role supports the child as well as provides respite to parents. &nbsp;Description We are seeking volunteers who can provide support as a homework helper for children/youth in Kitchener &amp; Cambridge. Ideal volunteers will have some tutoring experience, but they should be patient, have good rapport with children/youth and be flexible. They will assist child/youth with learning challenges including reading, writing, homework and studying. Provide a non-judgmental listening ear. Visit the child on a regular, consistent basis and on agreed upon dates and times. Build a positive relationship and be a positive role model. Maintain confidentiality and boundaries.&nbsp;

Family and Children's Services of the Waterloo Region

Volunteer Homework Helper

Volunteer Mentors help children/youth build resiliency and provide support as they work through significant milestones in life. Aside from the satisfaction of have a lasting a positive impact on the life of a child/youth, mentors have fun too! Volunteers build long-lasting relationships with the child/youth they are matched with.Description Volunteers Mentors support children/youth 4 to 18 yrs. A volunteer will: - Work with the child/youth to plan age-appropriate activities in the community on a regular basis. - Also work on goals established by the child/youth and family. - Support that reinforces the child/youth’s culture and identity, is respectful and affirming and aligned with the mission, vision, and values of the agency. Volunteers should: - have good listening skills - strong sense of commitment - a willingness to work collaboratively and respectfully with the child/youth, Staff, and family members. We are currently prioritizing volunteers who can drive children/youth as part of the role. We are committed to recruiting a diverse volunteer team that represents the community we so proudly serve.&nbsp;

Volunteer Mentor

At Family &amp; Children's Services of the Waterloo Region, Volunteer Drivers provide transportation services for a variety of family needs. This could include driving children to/from school, going to a program or access visit with family or simply helping a child get to an appointment or activity. Do you have some extra time in your week, a reliable vehicle, and looking to make a difference in your community? Family and Children’s Services of the Waterloo Region is currently taking applications for VOLUNTEER DRIVERS to assist our youngest community members and their families.You will provide transportation as a key component to creating a network of support for families and children. Help others and make new connections, while having your mileage reimbursed! You must have - a G license with a good driving record - a vehicle in safe working condition - 1 million dollars in liability insurance on your vehicle. We will work with your availability to volunteer. Child car seat training and car seats are provided. Onboarding and Orientation is required for all positions. We require volunteers to undergo a Police Records Check, Child Welfare Check and a Reference Check due to the nature of the positions in a vulnerable sector.&nbsp;

Volunteer Driver

About the Job:Reporting to the Community Development Manager, the Wellness Coordinator will be responsible for the ongoing research, development, and facilitation of programs that directly support the community. The individual will be responsible for promoting overall wellness and sustaining positive group work to maximize the wellbeing of clients, relationships with partners, and Company strengths.&nbsp;Duties and Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Develop, promote, and sustain community workshops, events, programs, and activities in collaboration with external partners</li><li>Collect, analyze, and compile data on programming</li><li>Coordinate projects (MOU’s, budgets, inventory of services, etc.)</li><li>Promote wellness and self-management within KW region and the community</li><li>Develop new and exciting strategic partnerships</li><li>Co-chair community outreach committee</li><li>Train and support student and community volunteers</li><li>Write grants to support activities and programming</li><li>Partner with clients and their families as members of the health care team</li><li>Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management</li></ul>Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>3+ years’ experience in project planning and/or working in the mental health field</li><li>Excellent proven relationships with the external partners</li><li>Post-Secondary education in Health Promotion, Community Development, or equivalent</li><li>Experience in working with seniors</li><li>Effective decision making skills and the ability to assess a comprehensive range of variables to be able to interpret analyze and solve problems</li><li>Leadership and a collaborative approach is critical to this position</li><li>Ability to advocate on behalf of clients and is comfortable with the self-help role</li><li>Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi service team</li><li>Excellent time management, communication, people management, etc.</li><li>Able to work with minimal direction or supervision</li><li>Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Microsoft software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.)</li><li>Must be certified in CPI, CPR and First Aid</li><li>A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s license and a vehicle with adequate insurance coverage</li></ul>Reporting Function:&nbsp;The Wellness Coordinator will report directly to the Community Development Manager. They will work with both internal and external customers and will interact with all levels within the organization. They will be a support system, resource, and an advocator for the team and Company.&nbsp;Role Details<ul><li>New Position</li><li>Union Affiliation - CUPE 5588</li></ul>Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Day shift (Monday – Friday) with the ability to work excess/overtime hours were required</li><li>Able to sit for prolonged periods of time</li><li>Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use</li><li>Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)</li><li>Vehicle travel to sites for visits/walk-throughs</li></ul>Ship Values&nbsp;<ul><li>Dignity and Respect</li><li>Information Sharing</li><li>Partnership and participation</li><li>Collaboration</li></ul>SHIP Values:&nbsp;<ul><li>Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional</li></ul>“SHIP strives to be equitable and inclusive in all that we do. Equity is a core value, and we are committed to providing an inclusive selection process. We encourage applicants from equity deserving communities including women, Black, Indigenous, other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, individuals with disabilities and others who will contribute to and enrich the organization and its values. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. Please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process”.&nbsp;Please note that we use automated screening tools as part of our recruitment process and are reviewed to support fair and equitable hiring practices

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