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Job Description 

Accounting &amp; Payroll Lead Job Description 1 
Version 2 – Approved July 2025 


Accounting and Payroll Lead 
Title Accounting and Payroll Lead 

Organization Purpose Forward 

Location Fully remote, must be legally entitled to work in Canada 

Reports To Chief Executive Officer 

Position Type Permanent Full-Time (35 hours/week) 

Base Salary $70,000-85,000 annually 

Target Bonus Up to 15% of annual salary 

Target Start Date By September 8, 2025 


About Purpose Forward 

We are a national non-profit that was founded in 2021 with a mission to activate operational capacity 

throughout the grassroots social purpose sector. Currently, we do this through ongoing back-office 

support (finance, HR, payroll, basic IT), consulting services, training, and research. Our team is fully 

distributed and has been remote since inception, providing monthly allowances to cover your home 

internet and a WFH reimbursement to ensure your home setup is suitable for your needs. 

Objective 

You keep the financials of us and our clients up to date with your exceptional attention to detail, critical 

thinking, and customer service skills. Your expertise in fund accounting, full-cycle accounting, payroll, 

and non-profit grant management will ensure our clients are well positioned to understand their 

financial story. You will have a savvy for identifying inefficiencies, documenting, and recommending 

business process improvements along the way. Overseeing the Accounting Specialist and working 

closely with the CEO, our Operations &amp; Client Success Lead, and directly with our non-profit clients, 

the Accounting &amp; Payroll Lead will be central to us achieving our mission of activating operational 

expertise across the grassroots social purpose sector. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

The duties of this role will vary as the organization evolves, making adaptability a core competency 

for the incumbent to possess. The primary focus areas for this position are: 

Finance &amp; grant management 

1. Oversee and review full cycle accounting duties for Purpose Forward as well as multiple 

clients, primarily in QuickBooks Online. 

2. Ensure payroll, payables, and receivables are processed in a timely manner for clients. 

3. Lead the period end (month, quarter, year) processes to ensure the accuracy of financial 

information. 

4. Manage all grants and funding restrictions, including supporting budget preparation, 

maintaining QBO and other systems, tracking cost allocations, generating financial reports, 

monitoring the receivables cycle, and generating funder reports. 

5. Develop and prepare remittances and reports for various stakeholders, including 

management, Boards, funders, government, and staff. 

6. Act as the primary support for the external auditors for our clients, gathering backup and 

coordinating responses. 

7. Lead the development of budgets, financial packages, process audits, and portfolio reviews to 

our clients. 

8. Oversee internal control procedures to document compliance with regulations and policies. 


Job Description 

Accounting &amp; Payroll Lead Job Description 2 
Version 2 – Approved July 2025 


Payroll 

1. Lead the administration and processing of all payroll, benefits, and pensions for us and our 

clients using various systems. 

2. Prepare remittances and reconciliations for various stakeholders, including management, 

Boards, funders, government, and staff. 

3. Oversee the year-end payroll processing for us and our clients. 

4. Load payroll journal entries, calculate accruals, allocate labour costs, and coordinate the 

development of updated labour projections as needed. 

5. Provide labour costing to clients for the development of new project budgets upon request. 

Client Support &amp; Technical Training 

1. Respond to client requests in a timely and professional manner, maintaining details within our 

ticketing system. 

2. Act as the first escalation point for most client requests and the primary point of contact for 

others, ensuring the client needs are met to their satisfaction. 

3. Work directly with clients and internal stakeholders to develop ticketing processes, immediate 

feedback loops, and other client-centric user enhancements. 

4. Develop training guides and knowledge bases for services we support broadly. 

Process Automation &amp; Standardization 

1. Under the leadership of the CEO and our IT team, you will automate routine activities (such 

as data collection, reporting, etc.) using Microsoft PowerApps, PowerAutomate, and PowerBI 

to improve efficiency and accuracy. 

2. Maintain and enhance existing automations, becoming the subject matter expert for 

automating financial processes internally and with our clients. 

3. Identify, consult, and execute initiatives to standardize our procedures across clients to 

improve data quality, reduce risk, and implement best practices. 

Qualifications and Requirements 

The ideal candidate: 

1. Has a Canadian CPA designation and at least 3 years of relevant industry/assurance 

experience OR has a minimum of 5 years of full-cycle accounting experience in the Canadian 

non-profit sector. 

2. Is an advanced MS Excel user or has relevant programming experience to effectively 

manipulate data for automated posting and reporting. PowerQuery and multi-level formulas 

will be evaluated during the interview process. 

3. May also have a payroll designation and/or payroll experience, which are a strong asset. 

4. Will be able to demonstrate good judgement, critical thinking skills, adaptability, and ability to 

communicate effectively. 

5. Will be comfortable with using technology and have a desire to learn new tools that make time 

for you to focus on the creative part of the job. 

6. Proficiency in English (written and verbal) is required, while French is considered an asset. 

How to Apply 

The application form will close automatically on Sunday, August 10, 2025. No responses will be 

accepted after that time. Applications will only be accepted through our website at 

<a href="https://www.purposeforward.org/join-our-team/" target="_blank">https://www.purposeforward.org/join-our-team/</a>. 


<a href="https://www.purposeforward.org/join-our-team/" target="_blank">https://www.purposeforward.org/join-our-team/</a>


Job Description 

Accounting &amp; Payroll Lead Job Description 3 
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Purpose Forward is dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of communities 

across Canada. This includes diversity in languages spoken, culture, race, sexual orientation, and 

gender identity. Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the 

recruitment process by emailing <a href="mailto:joinus@purposeforward.org" target="_blank">joinus@purposeforward.org</a>. 

<a href="mailto:joinus@purposeforward.org" target="_blank">mailto:joinus@purposeforward.org</a>

Purpose Forward

Accounting and Payroll Lead

la version française suitPosting Date:&nbsp;July 21, 2025Closing Date:&nbsp;August 18, 2025Salary Range:&nbsp;$60,000–$80,000 depending on qualifications and experience&nbsp;Location:&nbsp;Anywhere in Canada<h2>Overview&nbsp;</h2>As Canada’s foremost climate policy research organization, the Canadian Climate Institute equips policy makers across the country to develop and adopt evidence-based solutions to complex climate and energy challenges.&nbsp;We drive results through in-depth research and analysis, innovative communications, and robust engagement with governments, industry leaders, Indigenous rights holders, and civil society. If you&nbsp;<a href="https://climatechoices.ca/who-we-are/staff/" target="_blank">join our team</a>, you’ll be collaborating with some of the&nbsp;<a href="https://climateinstitute.ca/who-we-are/" target="_blank">most dedicated and influential thinkers</a>&nbsp;working on transformational climate and energy policy in Canada. Learn about our latest work at&nbsp;<a href="https://climateinstitute.ca/" target="_blank">climateinstitute.ca</a>.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting to the Director of Mitigation, the Research Associate will support the Director and the Research Lead in identifying research to improve climate change mitigation policy in Canada and executing research projects, including conducting literature reviews, providing core data synthesis and analysis, writing content for Institute publications, collaborating with Adaptation and Clean Growth teams, contributing to research communications strategies and supporting stakeholder engagement.&nbsp;The Research Associate will join the Mitigation team at the Institute. Our mitigation research explores policies — whether at provincial/territorial, Indigenous, or federal orders of government — that can help Canada achieve its greenhouse gas emissions reductions milestones on the way to achieving net zero by 2050. Our research assesses trade-offs of alternative policy options in reducing emissions, including the efficacy, cost-effectiveness, and distributional implications. We consider all sectors of the economy and all regions of the country and provide policy advice rooted in analysis and evidence.<h2>Preferred Qualifications and Skills</h2><ul>	<li>Master’s degree in Economics, Environmental, Sustainability or Climate Change Studies, Resource Management, Public Policy, Social Sciences or other relevant field of study if combined with relevant policy research experience</li>	<li>Strong quantitative research skills, including understanding of energy-economy modeling and interpreting results of modeling analysis</li>	<li>Strong understanding of current climate policies (especially provincial and federal) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions</li>	<li>Minimum of 2 years’ experience</li>	<li>Knowledge of and demonstrated interest in climate change, energy and resource policy</li>	<li>Demonstrated experience with data gathering, analysis, and literature reviews</li>	<li>Strong research and writing skills</li>	<li>Public speaking experience an asset</li>	<li>Bilingual (French and English) fluency is an asset</li>	<li>Self-directed and able to work independently</li>	<li>Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada to be considered</li></ul><h2>What We Offer</h2><ul>	<li>A full-time (40 hrs/wk) salaried position with occasional travel</li>	<li>The opportunity to do meaningful work with a dynamic, highly committed team located across the country</li>	<li>A flexible, virtual workplace with funds to cover home-office setup&nbsp;</li>	<li>Four weeks’ paid vacation plus federal stat holidays and additional paid days off at year-end</li>	<li>Up to 5 days of unpaid leave per calendar year in order to participate in traditional Indigenous practices&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>	<li>The option to substitute statutory religious holidays for religious or cultural holidays you observe</li>	<li>Employer-paid health care benefits, Employee Assistance Program, half-day Fridays in the summer, paid sick days, and paid parental leave among other employee supports</li>	<li>An RRSP contribution plan available to staff after one year</li>	<li>Funding for professional development, skill training, and participation in conferences</li></ul>The Canadian Climate Institute is committed to advancing justice and equity in our organization, our work, and our hiring practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women, LGBTQIA2S+ and persons with disabilities, and are working to create an inclusive culture that supports collective growth, learning/unlearning and meaningful work. We value diverse perspectives and will consider relevant life experience alongside professional qualifications when reviewing applications.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; __________________________________________________________________________________Date de publication&nbsp;:&nbsp;21 juillet&nbsp;2025Date limite&nbsp;:&nbsp;18 août&nbsp;2025Échelle salariale&nbsp;:&nbsp;60&nbsp;000&nbsp;$ à 80&nbsp;000&nbsp;$, négociable selon la qualification et l’expérience.Lieu&nbsp;:&nbsp;N’importe où au Canada<h2>Aperçu</h2>En tant que principal organisme national non partisan de recherche sur les politiques climatiques fondée sur les données probantes, l’Institut climatique du Canada informe et outille les décideurs et les acteurs d’influence pour favoriser l’élaboration et la mise en place de politiques climatiques judicieuses et durables.&nbsp;&nbsp;Par nos rapports, nos études de cas et nos analyses des enjeux contemporains les plus complexes, nous clarifions les choix que les Canadiennes et Canadiens auront à faire.&nbsp;Se&nbsp;<a href="https://institutclimatique.ca/qui-nous-sommes/personnel/" target="_blank">joindre à notre équipe</a>, c’est collaborer avec des&nbsp;<a href="https://institutclimatique.ca/qui-nous-sommes" target="_blank">penseuses et penseurs parmi les plus dévoués et influents</a>&nbsp;du domaine des politiques climatiques au Canada. Pour en savoir plus sur nos derniers travaux, visitez&nbsp;<a href="https://institutclimatique.ca/" target="_blank">institutclimatique.ca</a>.<h2>Le poste</h2>Sous la responsabilité de la directrice ou le directeur, Atténuation, le ou la titulaire aide le directeur de recherche et le ou la responsable de recherche à répertorier les travaux sur l’amélioration des politiques d’atténuation des changements climatiques au Canada et à réaliser des projets de recherche. Ainsi, il ou elle a notamment pour fonction de réaliser des revues de la littérature, d’effectuer des synthèses et des analyses de données de base, de rédiger du contenu pour les publications de l’Institut climatique, de collaborer avec l’équipe Adaptation et l’équipe Croissance propre, de contribuer aux stratégies de communication scientifique et d’encadrer la mobilisation des parties prenantes.Le ou la titulaire se joindra à l’équipe Atténuation de l’Institut.&nbsp;L’équipe Atténuation explore les politiques – aux ordres de gouvernement provincial ou territorial, autochtone ou fédéral – qui peuvent aider le Canada à atteindre ses cibles d’émissions de gaz à effet de serre dans un objectif de carboneutralité d’ici 2050. Nos recherches évaluent les avantages et les inconvénients de différentes politiques pour la réduction des émissions, notamment l’efficacité, la rentabilité et les enjeux distributionnels. Nous tenons compte de tous les secteurs de l’économie et de toutes les régions du pays et nous fournissons des conseils fondés sur l’analyse et les données probantes.<h2>Compétences et expérience requises</h2><ul>	<li>Maîtrise en économie, en environnement, en développement durable, en changements climatiques ou en gestion des ressources, en politiques publiques, en sciences humaines ou dans un autre domaine si combinée avec une expérience pertinente en recherche sur les politiques.</li>	<li>Excellentes aptitudes de recherche quantitative, y compris dans la compréhension des modèles énergie-économie et l’interprétation des résultats d’analyses de modélisation.</li>	<li>Compétences éprouvées en gestion de projets, y compris pour la collaboration avec les consultants externes et la gestion d’échéanciers de projets.</li>	<li>Solide compréhension des politiques climatiques actuelles en matière de réduction des émissions de gaz à effet de serre (surtout aux ordres provincial et fédéral).</li>	<li>Au moins deux années d’expérience</li>	<li>Connaissance et intérêt manifeste pour les politiques relatives au changement climatique, à l'énergie et aux ressources.</li>	<li>Expérience avérée de la collecte de données, de l'analyse et de l'examen de la documentation.</li>	<li>Solides compétences en matière de recherche et de rédaction.</li>	<li>Une expérience de la prise de parole en public est un atout.</li>	<li>Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais, un grand atout.</li>	<li>Aptitudes de recherche qualitative, un atout.</li>	<li>Autorisation légale de travailler au Canada obligatoire.</li></ul><h2>Notre offre</h2><ul>	<li>Un poste à temps plein (40&nbsp;h/semaine) rémunéré avec déplacement occasionnel.</li>	<li>L’occasion de changer les choses avec une équipe dynamique et très engagée de partout au pays.</li>	<li>Un lieu de travail flexible et virtuel et une somme versée pour un espace de travail à domicile ou un espace de travail partagé.</li>	<li>Des vacances rémunérées de quatre semaines par année auxquelles s’ajoutent les jours fériés fédéraux et des journées de congé payées à la fin de l’année.</li>	<li>Des avantages pour le personnel, comme des soins de santé payés par l’employeur, un programme d’aide aux employés, une demi-journée le vendredi en été, des journées de congé de maladie payées ainsi qu’un congé parental payé.</li>	<li>L’option de remplacer les jours de fêtes religieuses par d’autres jours de fête religieuse ou culturelle que vous célébrez.</li>	<li>Un plan de cotisation au REER (offert après un an).</li>	<li>Du financement pour les formations professionnelles, le perfectionnement et la participation à des conférences.</li></ul>À l’Institut climatique du Canada, nous nous&nbsp;<a href="https://institutclimatique.ca/qui-nous-sommes/declaration-sur-la-justice-et-lequite/" target="_blank">engageons à promouvoir la justice et l’équité</a>&nbsp;à l’échelle de l’organisation et dans nos pratiques de travail et de recrutement. Nous encourageons les Autochtones, les minorités visibles, les femmes, les personnes de la communauté LGBTQIA2S+ et les personnes handicapées à postuler. Nous cherchons à créer une culture d’inclusion au service de la croissance collective, qui favorise les apprentissages (et les désapprentissages) et le travail significatif. Nous accordons une grande importance à la diversité des perspectives; lors de l’examen des candidatures, nous prendrons en considération les expériences personnelles pertinentes au même titre que les compétences professionnelles.

Canadian Climate Institute

Research Associate, Mitigation | Associé-e de recherche, atténuation

The LIFE Institute is a leader in life-long learning, inspiring and fulfilling a community of adults 50+ through&nbsp;continuing education&nbsp;at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University).&nbsp; The LIFE Institute enables adults age 50+ to pursue their passion for life-long learning through a wide range of educational courses, activities and related opportunities to volunteer. We are currently seeking an exceptional Office Administrator who can assist the organization to continue to grow and prosper in an exciting new direction that meets the needs of our members. This position is an integral part of a small office team, reporting to the Program Manager, and encompasses two primary areas of responsibility, Office Administration and Quickbooks Online and Data Entry.&nbsp; Office location is on the Toronto Metropolitan University campus in downtown Toronto.OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (Permanent, Full-time)Office Administration<ul><li>Provide support to administrative and logistical systems related to general office administrative duties.</li><li>Assist with website content update, communication and campaigns creation and social media posts for strategic&nbsp;marketing purposes. </li><li>Assist with online membership registrations, registration for courses, events, clubs and activities and processing withdrawals.</li><li>Respond in a timely manner to all member enquiries including assisting members with registration and troubleshooting related issues.</li><li>Coordinate, manage and generate automated course evaluations and various automated reports.</li><li>Support and uphold LIFE’s policies and procedures with members and volunteers.</li><li>Organize the logistics of the Annual General Meeting.</li><li>Ensure electronic filing of all important information and reports in the respective shared drives.</li><li>Assist with LIFE’s social media posts, video conferencing platforms and website as directed.</li><li>Provide support to instructors with their audio-visual requirements as required.</li></ul>QuickBooks Online and Data Entry<ul><li>Data entry of financial transactions using QuickBooks Online.</li><li>Preparation for all monthly financial reports as required by the bookkeeper and treasurer;</li><li>QuickBooks Online data entry of accounts payable and receivable, preparation of online payments;</li><li>Process refunds both in Paypal and YM and keep records of all such transactions.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Demonstrated 3 – 5 years’ experience in office administration</li><li>Post-secondary education preferred or proven equivalent experience</li><li>Proficient in QuickBooks online and general accounting</li><li>MS Office Suite, Google Workplace, Adobe Pro, Canva</li><li>Knowledge of Survey Monkey</li><li>Good understanding of optimizing social media outlets an asset</li><li>Experience with member management software, website content management and videoconferencing platforms</li><li>Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills</li><li>Excellent communication both oral and written</li><li>Excellent time management skills</li><li>Ability to adhere to tight and competing deadlines</li><li>Solid organizational and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Good conflict resolution skills</li></ul>The LIFE Institute strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, neurodiversity, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by provincial and/or federal law. Accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available on request during all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If accommodation is needed during the recruitment and selection process, please contact us and we will collaborate with you to meet your accessibility needs.Please send your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:careers@thelifeinstitute.ca" target="_blank">careers@thelifeinstitute.ca</a>

The LIFE Institute

Office Administrator

LEAF is hiring an Office Coordinator to support LEAF’s national office. This is a one-year contract with an ideal start date of September 8, 2025. There is a possibility that this contract may be extended. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the successful candidate will be an important contributor to the organization, supporting a range of office and administrative functions. Some of the work performed by this role includes coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements for staff and Board members, assisting in the accounts receivable/accounts payable process, and supporting the day-to-day work of the leadership team.&nbsp;WHO WE ARELEAF is a national non-profit, charitable organization which uses law to advance gender equality in Canada. Our national office is located in downtown Toronto, or Tkarón:to, which is a Mohawk word that means “the place in the water where trees are standing.” We have volunteer branches in Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Saskatchewan, Thunder Bay, Windsor, Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton, London, Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Halifax.&nbsp;We intervene in legal cases throughout Canada to advance equality in Canada – helping to prevent violence, eliminate discrimination in the workplace, provide better maternity and parental benefits, ensure a right to pay equity, and expand access to reproductive freedoms. We push for progressive law reform on issues central to gender equality, including sexual violence, online hate, technology-facilitated gender-based violence, and pay equity. We use education to amplify our legal victories and improve people’s understanding of their rights.&nbsp;For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.leaf.ca/" target="_blank">www.leaf.ca</a>.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Takes the day-to-day lead in coordinating the overall office operations for LEAF National </li><li>Provides general administrative support, including the scheduling of meetings, arranging travel and accommodations for staff and Board members, and supporting the accounts payable process </li><li>Provides support to the Director of Operations, the senior management team, LEAF’s Board, and Board committees with respect to scheduling meetings, filing, correspondence, and other administrative tasks </li><li>Collaborates with LEAF staff to provide support for LEAF National events </li><li>Assists LEAF staff with event and meeting planning, including venue, accommodations, travel arrangements, catering, and materials preparation, as needed </li><li>Coordinates the office’s information technology, including assisting with implementing IT systems, managing subscriptions, licenses, and software, and receiving and working collaboratively to address staff request for technology </li><li>Coordinates intake and referral requests that come to the office (including by referring them to appropriate staff) and supporter emails (including updating donor information and volunteer inquiries) </li><li>Supports LEAF staff in the administrative aspects of LEAF’s fund development efforts, such as assisting with donor mailings, and updating donor records </li><li>Assists with administrative duties related to LEAF’s recruitment processes, such as ensuring applications are anonymized </li><li>Performs any other duties, functions, and responsibilities as assigned&nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE<ul><li>At least a two-year college diploma in a relevant field of study or a three-year bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study </li><li>Three to four years of work experience in a related role or experience from charities, non-profits, small organizations, or similar volunteering experience </li><li>Strong familiarity with common workplace software and tools, such as Microsoft 365 Suite </li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with cloud-based software, such as DonorPerfect, SharePoint, and Asana </li><li>Excellent organizational, administrative, time management, and project management skills with demonstrated accuracy and exceptional attention to detail </li><li>Solid verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express ideas and opinions clearly and effectively </li><li>Robust problem-solving skills and mindset, including the ability to identify problems, research solutions, and propose a path forward </li><li>Ability to work efficiently and effectively, both independently and as part of a team, and to meet tight deadlines when needed </li><li>Functional bilingualism is an asset&nbsp;</li></ul>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThis is a full-time contract position. The successful candidate will receive an hourly wage compensation of $30 an hour for 37.5 hours per week. LEAF offers three weeks’ vacation to start, three weeks of paid sick leave, one week of paid caregiver leave, five paid personal leave days, a week-long December holiday office closure, an annual budget for continuing professional development, and immediate enrolment in LEAF’s comprehensive benefits plan, which includes generous health and dental benefits. LEAF also hosts celebrations of staff members’ birthdays and enjoys monthly catered team lunches together.&nbsp;LEAF recognizes that structural barriers shape experiences, qualifications, and a sense of capacity. We encourage people to apply even if you feel that the position may be a stretch. LEAF is committed to supporting the Office Coordinator through orientation, training, and on-going mentoring.&nbsp;LEAF encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and racialized people, as well as from newcomers, gender-diverse people, and members of other equity-deserving groups. If you are comfortable, please indicate in your cover letter if you identify as a member of an equity-deserving group.&nbsp;LEAF welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities for all available positions. Where possible, accommodations will be made available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.&nbsp;To apply, please submit, by 11:59pm August 10, 2025, the following to&nbsp;<a href="https://codebeautify.org/htmlviewer" target="_blank">hiringcommittee@leaf.ca</a>&nbsp;as a single PDF attachment:<ul><li>Your cover letter </li><li>Your resume</li><li>A list of three references (contact name, phone number, and email address)&nbsp;</li></ul>In the subject line of your email application, reference “LEAF Office Coordinator”.&nbsp;Please address your application to the Hiring Committee. In your cover letter, please ensure that you explain why you would like to work at LEAF and why you are qualified for the position as tied to the duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and experience listed above. Please do not submit multiple applications or send additional documents

LEAF Women`s Legal Education and Action Fund

Office Coordinator

Title: Math and Literacy Tutor (10 positions) 

Term: 10- month contract (September 2025-June 2026) 

Location: Nunavik, QC (specific communities TBD) 

Salary: Annual salary of $52,799(prorated for contract length) in addition to an 
annual northern allowance 

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week 

Employment Start Date: September 15, 2025 

Application Deadline: August 15, 2025 

 Why Literacy? Work with purpose at United for Literacy. 

Canada’s literacy divide widens daily because so many people lack adequate 
support. Solving systemic literacy challenges is key to advancing social equity and 
prosperity across our country. Literacy changes everything. 

United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College) is a national charity that was founded 
in 1899. We believe literacy is a right, and that every place can be a learning place. 
Our vision is a Canada in which everyone has the literacy skills they need to achieve 
their goals at school, at work, and in life. Our mission is to provide local learning 
support programs that change lives. 


The opportunity: 


Looking for impactful and rewarding work with youth in Indigenous communities? 

Become a tutor in one of the 14 Inuit communities of Northern Quebec! 

In partnership with Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (Nunavik school board), we are seeking open, 
dedicated, and adaptable individuals to provide math and literacy support to high 
school students in Nunavik. 

Tutors create their own schedule and adapt their approach and programming to 
each school and class, meeting the needs of the students through a combination of 
in-class and after-school tutoring. Tutors also organize and take part in extra-
curricular activities alongside students to contribute to an inclusive school 
environment. 

Supported by, and working in collaboration with the local personnel, tutors will work 
under the remote supervision of the United for Literacy Program Manager. 

Your main responsibilities and major duties: 

 • Work closely with teachers to offer individualized support in the classroom 

 • Provide drop-in or targeted math and literacy tutoring sessions outside of class 
hours 

 • Ensure a safe, positive, and respectful environment when tutoring 

 • Track and evaluate students’ progress and program impact 

 • Develop and maintain positive relationships with the students, school staff, as well 
as with organisations and members of the community 

 • Submit weekly reports to Program Manager and maintain accurate records as 
required 


Skills, Attributes and Requirements 

 • Minimum 18 years old 
 • Demonstrated experience in working with teens or children. 
 • Comfortable with high school-level math curriculum and familiar with 

community literacy. 
 • Bilingualism (working knowledge of French or Inuktitut) 
 • Works well under pressure and can adapt to changing and unpredictable 

environments. 
 • Sensitivity or awareness of cultural differences and the broader societal 

realities of Inuit communities. 


Additional Assets 

 • Prior experience working with Inuit, First Nation or Métis individuals or 
communities. 

 • Prior work experience or training in intervention, social work, or similar fields. 
 • Prior experience living and working in isolated and/or cross-cultural 

community settings. 


Working with United for Literacy 

 • Housing will be provided. 
 • Roundtrip travel costs and arrangements (from your location) are provided at 

the start and end of contract and at winter break. An additional flight to/from 
Montreal is provided for spring break. 


You’ll also benefit from: 

 • A fully paid training at the start of your contract. 
 • 6% vacation pay 
 • Monthly internet and phone allowance. 
 • Generous wellness time allowance, and a “floating day” for personal/cultural 

events. 


Ready to join our team? Please email your resume and cover letter to: 


Liliana Sitkowiecki, Program Manager- <a href="mailto:lsitkowiecki@unitedforliteracy.ca" target="_blank">lsitkowiecki@unitedforliteracy.ca</a> 

Subject Line: Application- Math and Literacy Tutor 

No phone calls, please. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. 

For more information about United for Literacy visit <a href="http://www.unitedforliteracy.ca" target="_blank">www.unitedforliteracy.ca</a> 

We welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of 
the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to 
integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing 
barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance 
with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the 
Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite 
applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application 
and hiring process.

United for Literacy/Littératie Ensemble

Math and Literacy Tutor (10 positions)

The Walrus provokes new thinking and sparks conversation on matters vital to Canada. As a registered charity, we publish independent, fact-based journalism across platforms; produce national, ideas-focused events, including our flagship series The Walrus Talks; and train emerging storytellers through our fellowship program. The Walrus is invested in the idea that a healthy society relies on informed citizens.We are currently accepting applications for the CIBC Digital Fellowship for Emerging Black Journalists. This paid, sixteen-month fellowship is a digital production opportunity for early-career journalists who identify as Black.An early-career Black Canadian journalist will be trained in the skills and tools required to conceptualize, produce, and share storytelling across a variety of digital formats and channels. To qualify as an early-career journalist, candidates must have no more than three years of professional experience in journalism or related fields.The successful candidate will be curious, collaborative, and committed to telling stories that contribute to Canada’s conversation. Focused mentorship will be provided, which will involve ongoing discussion of the digital fellow’s professional goals and needs, and will prioritize the development of a well-rounded digital skill set.The digital fellow will report to the digital production manager but will engage closely with other departments across the organization to produce and support our digital content and products. This is a full-time, non-editorial position, and it is not intended for full-time students. This position is based in Toronto, where our office is located, or can be remote from anywhere in Canada.This fellowship is supported by the CIBC Foundation, which serves CIBC’s commitment to creating a world without limits to ambition.Core Responsibilities<ul><li>Produce and schedule social media content in alignment with brand voice and engagement goals</li><li>Pitch, script, edit, and promote short-form video content (e.g., for TikTok, YouTube Shorts)</li><li>Draft, format, and proofread email newsletters</li><li>Participate in education and networking events, such as fact-checking, editing, and career development workshops</li></ul>Depending on the skills, experience, and interests of the successful candidate, responsibilities may also include:<ul><li>Receive training on and plan, launch, report on, and optimize digital campaigns</li><li>Ideate, wireframe, and produce digital designs, formats, and templates</li><li>Collaborate with writers, editors, fact-checkers, and designers, as well as coordinate with other departments to successfully execute events, increase audience engagement, and fundraise to produce, publish, and support digital content</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Experience in creating and managing social media content across multiple platforms</li><li>Experience in editing and producing short-form video content</li><li>Demonstrate strong knowledge of digital journalism and storytelling</li><li>Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills, with attention to detail</li><li>A “can-do” and learning-oriented mindset</li><li>Desire to work both independently and within a team environment</li><li>Audio editing and production is an asset, but not required</li><li>Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is an asset, but not required</li><li>Knowledge of WordPress, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is an asset, but not required</li><li>Web and responsive design is an asset, but not required&nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation and BenefitsThis sixteen-month position pays $800 per week for a thirty-five-hour workweek. The successful candidate will receive ten days of annual vacation, plus statutory holidays. We also have half-day summer Fridays and a week off over the winter holiday break.&nbsp;The Walrus supports hybrid and remote work, and offers a collaborative office environment in downtown east Toronto. A laptop will be provided, along with a free subscription to the print or digital edition of The Walrus, and a deeply discounted rate for family and friends.Please send a cover letter, résumé, and three samples of your digital content and/or journalism work to <a href="https://codebeautify.org/htmlviewer" target="_blank">careers@thewalrus.ca</a> with the following subject line: “CIBC Digital Fellowship for Emerging Black Journalists: [your name].” The deadline for applications is 11:59 p.m. ET on August 8, 2025. The fellowship is expected to begin in September 2025.&nbsp;In your cover letter, please include answers to the following questions:<ul><li>What are your strongest skills that are relevant for this fellowship? How have you applied these skills in the past, and what was the end result?</li><li>What is a specific goal you hope to accomplish by the end of the fellowship?</li><li>What publications do you think are doing exciting things online? How and why?</li></ul>The Walrus supports diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace as we work to fulfill our educational mandate. We value employment equity and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, people of all genders, and the LGBTQ2+ community. If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by email at <a href="https://codebeautify.org/htmlviewer" target="_blank">careers@thewalrus.ca</a>.Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada to qualify. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and asked to provide references. Thank you for your interest.

The Walrus

The CIBC Digital Fellowship for Emerging Black Journalists

ACCESS TO JUSTICE BRITISH COLUMBIA (A2JBC)COLLABORATIVE LEAD ROLE: &nbsp;Lead BC’s Transform the Family Justice System CollaborativeLocation:&nbsp; Remote with some in-person (BC based) Position Type:&nbsp; Full-Time Contract (12 months, subject to renewal) Reports To:&nbsp;&nbsp;Collaborative Strategy Committee &amp; A2JBC Steering Committee Compensation:&nbsp;&nbsp;$80,000 to $120,000 per annum (see below for details)About the Transform the Family Justice System CollaborativeAccess to Justice BC (A2JBC) seeks expressions of interest from creative and strategic leaders and facilitators to be the Lead for a dynamic, intersectoral network, the <a href="http://www.transformfamilyjusticebc.ca" target="_blank">Transform the Family Justice System Collaborative</a>(the Collaborative).&nbsp;The&nbsp;Collaborative is a systems change network made up of committed individuals and organizations working to achieve child, youth, and family well-being by driving innovation in BC’s family justice sector. The Collaborative promotes capacity building, experimentation, and co-creation of new approaches that place families and their needs at the centre of the system.At the heart of the Collaborative is the&nbsp;<a href="https://transformfamilyjusticebc.ca/strategy/" target="_blank">BC TFJS Strategy Map</a>, which guides its collective efforts. The Strategy outlines key objectives to foster participants’ capacity to engage in systems change, understanding of brain science and social determinants of legal issues and collaboration on innovative prototypes and policies. Striving for and tracking progress on these objectives can lead to more accessible, effective, and people-centred processes that, ultimately, increase family well-being.Position OverviewThe Lead is a contractor and will work from their own premises with their own equipment. The contract is expected to be full-time, yet this is negotiable. The Lead, after consulting with A2JBC’s Strategic Coordinator, will set their hours, as necessary to deliver the work.The Collaborative Lead will be pivotal in advancing the Collaborative’s vision by:<ul>	<li>Educating and engaging stakeholders about the BC TFJS Strategy Map.</li>	<li>Moving forward the capacity-building and innovation objectives outlined in the TFJS Strategy Map.</li>	<li>Strengthening the involvement of youth and Indigenous participants, ensuring their voices and lived experiences shape the Collaborative’s work.</li>	<li>Building and maintaining relationships with BC’s First Nations and agencies that serve them, ensuring culturally relevant engagement and collaboration.</li>	<li>Facilitating the Collaborative Strategy Committee meetings and Communities of Action meetings that typically occur virtually to share, discuss, and reflect on innovative ideas, pilots, and prototypes.</li>	<li>Overseeing the Collaborative’s communications, outreach, and engagement, including one-on-one connections with justice sector leaders, volunteers, and current and potential participants.</li>	<li>Supporting and collaborating with Access to Justice BC’s (A2JBC) Strategic Coordinator and other contractors to align efforts.</li>	<li>Managing the Collaborative’s digital presence through website updates, newsletters, posts on LinkedIn and Bluesky and written reporting, assisted by&nbsp;an&nbsp;Administrative Coordinator.</li>	<li>Ideally, the Lead will also identify and show leadership in drafting and applying for grants to increase the Collaborative’s capacity and will be comfortable taking a team approach to support themselves and the work.</li></ul>The Lead is an independent contractor responsible to the A2JBC Steering Committee and guided by the Collaborative Strategy Committee. Agreed compensation will depend on experience and the amount of time dedicated to the role. If the services are provided at the equivalent of a full-time basis, this will be in the range of $80,000 to $95,000 annually, plus GST.&nbsp;&nbsp;A2JBC expects a full-time level commitment, or alternatively (upon negotiation) a minimum commitment of 4 to 4.5 days a week will be required. The contractor will be responsible for remitting their own tax, including GST. The contractor will submit monthly invoices for their fees and reasonable disbursements. The contractor will need to travel from time to time, as required. A2JBC related travel to meetings outside southern coastal BC is covered at A2JBC’s expense. Periodic A2JBC and TFJS Collaborative meetings take place in Metro Vancouver.Key Responsibilities1. Coordinating the Strategy Committee &amp; Communities of Action <ul>	<li>Organize and facilitate regular meetings of the Collaborative Strategy Committee, ensuring effective communication, agenda-setting, and documentation of outcomes.</li>	<li>Lead and oversee three to four virtual Communities of Action, supporting meaningful knowledge sharing, relationship building and collective input towards aligning efforts, furthering innovative ideas and prototyping.</li>	<li>Foster engaging, inclusive, and results-oriented discussions within all groups.</li>	<li>Ensure representation and meaningful participation of Indigenous and youth voices in all Communities of Action.</li></ul>2. Strengthening Indigenous and Youth Involvement<ul>	<li>Proactively engage with BC’s First Nations and Indigenous-serving organizations to build trusting, collaborative relationships.</li>	<li>Support meaningful participation of Indigenous partners in the Collaborative’s activities, ensuring culturally safe and respectful engagement.</li>	<li>Facilitate and promote youth involvement by identifying and collaborating with youth-serving organizations, ensuring that youth with lived experience in the family justice system have a platform for their voices.</li>	<li>Champion inclusive, accessible, and culturally safe spaces for youth and Indigenous participants to share their perspectives.</li></ul>3. Communications, Outreach &amp; Engagement<ul>	<li>Serve as a primary liaison with justice sector leaders, volunteers, Indigenous organizations, and Collaborative participants, strengthening relationships and promoting collaboration.</li>	<li>On a weekly basis, develop and post engaging content on LinkedIn and Bluesky, amplifying the Collaborative’s work and fostering dialogue with the broader family justice community.</li>	<li>On a monthly basis, manage and update the Collaborative’s website content.</li>	<li>On a bi-monthly basis, gather information from your own activities as well as those of fellow contractors to create cumulative, high-level update reports to share with the Collaborative Strategy Committee and A2JBC Steering Committee.</li>	<li>On a quarterly basis, create and distribute newsletters, featuring updates on Collaborative activities, innovations, and family justice sector news.</li></ul>4. Engagement in the Cross-Canada TFJS Alliance <ul>	<li>Participate in and engage with the Cross-Canada TFJS Alliance, representing the Collaborative and sharing insights.</li>	<li>Build connections with family justice systems change leaders across Canada, identifying opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange.</li></ul>5. Capacity &amp; Resource Development<ul>	<li>Actively contribute to strategic and sustainability discussions and planning, supporting the development and credibility of the Collaborative.</li>	<li>Work toward building a team of specialized contractors who can work with the Collaborative Lead to support the Collaborative’s objectives.</li>	<li>Ideally, work with the A2JBC Strategic Coordinator to develop volunteer guidance and supports and to identify and apply for grants and other opportunities to expand the Collaborative’s capacity and funding base.</li></ul>6. Collaboration with A2JBC and Contractors<ul>	<li>Work closely with A2JBC’s Strategic Coordinator to manage the TFJS Collaborative’s workflows and annual budget, alongside aligning and coordinating shared efforts with other contractors and sub-contractors.</li>	<li>Ensure consistent communication and collaboration with other contractors, involved representatives and participants and project or activity partners.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul>	<li>Three or more years of experience in the justice sector or closely associated sectors, in legal practice, program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation, inclusive of the non-profit, social service, or social innovation sectors.</li>	<li>Degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience, including lived experience.</li>	<li>Experience building relationships with Indigenous Nations and working in culturally safe and respectful ways.</li>	<li>Experience in youth engagement and participation strategies, with a focus on amplifying youth voices.</li>	<li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including sector leaders, Indigenous communities, and diverse volunteers.</li>	<li>Strong skills in designing and facilitating virtual groups and fostering collaborative, action-oriented discussions.</li>	<li>Proficiency in digital communications (e.g., website management and social media platforms).</li>	<li>Knowledge of family justice and Indigenous justice issues, including&nbsp;some familiarity with the concept of legal pluralism and Indigenous legal orders, and a passion for access to justice and systems change.</li>	<li>Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and with adaptability on multiple activities and tasks with overlapping needs and deadlines.</li>	<li>Understanding of issues related to the use of technology in the justice sector, and personal proficiency in the use of work-related technology.</li>	<li>An appreciation for detail-oriented human resources and fiscal management.</li>	<li>Experience with team development, grant writing and&nbsp;partnership management&nbsp;are assets.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul>	<li>Build upon existing aspects of your leadership skills and develop new ones in an initiative driving collaborative innovation in BC’s family justice sector.</li>	<li>Work alongside and develop relationships with inspiring inter-sectoral leaders and changemakers committed to transforming family justice.</li>	<li>Build and strengthen meaningful connections with Indigenous organizations and youth, ensuring their ideas and views influence systems change efforts.</li>	<li>Enjoy flexibility and autonomy while in a dynamic, purpose-driven role.</li>	<li>Contribute your experience and skills to meaningful, system-level change activities that support the well-being of children, youth, and families.</li></ul>Next Steps Upon ApplicationA2JBC will request references from candidates under serious consideration and interviews will be in August 2024. Interested individuals should submit expressions of interest as soon as possible with a first deadline of August 11 and second deadline of August 31. The start date will ideally be in August and a “soft start” can be negotiated.Thank you!

Access to Justice BC

Collaborative Lead

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CETP Exams &amp; Professional Standards Analyst 

Job Type – Non-management 

Salary Range: This position offers a salary range commensurate with experience and aligned with competitive 
benchmarks for similar roles in the non-profit sector. 

Location: This is a hybrid position. While we have a collaborative Ottawa-based office, team members 
typically work in the office 1-2 days a week, with flexibility to structure additional remote work. Standard hours 
are 37.5 per week, with some flexibility to accommodate life and family needs. Occasional evening or weekend 
work may be required for exam cycles, with time off in lieu provided. 

Term: 1-year contract (with strong possibility of extension) 

Start Date: September 1st, 2025 (flexible) 

Deadline to Apply: August 4, 2025 

About the job: 

Speech-Language &amp; Audiology Canada (SAC) is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented CETP Exams &amp; 
Professional Standards Analyst to support the development, administration, and quality improvement of the 
regulatory Canadian Entry-to-Practice (CETP-AUD/SLP) Exams for Speech-Language Pathologists and 
Audiologists. This dynamic, full-time position, offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the 
future of professional excellence while fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across the speech-language 
pathology and audiology professions in Canada. 

About the role: 

Reporting to the Manager, CETP Exams and Professional Standards, the Analyst plays a key role in coordinating 
exam logistics, analyzing data to support program improvement, and contributing to the development of new 
services and resources for exam candidates. The role requires a strong operational mindset, excellent 
organizational and communication skills, and a customer service approach. 

This position is ideal for professionals with experience in exam or program delivery, analytics, or member and 
community engagement, particularly in a regulatory or standards-based context. 

What will you do? 

As the CETP Exams and Professional Standards Analyst, you will play a central role in supporting the 
coordination and delivery of SAC’s high-stakes national certification exams. You’ll manage logistics, track 
deadlines, and liaise with vendors, candidates, and partners to ensure smooth and professional exam 
experience. 

You will also be responsible for collecting and analyzing candidate data to generate meaningful reports, 
dashboards, and insights that drive quality improvements and inform strategic decisions. Drawing on your 
analytical mindset, you will help identify trends, support issue resolution, and contribute to program 
innovation. 

<a href="https://www.sac-oac.ca/" target="_blank">https://www.sac-oac.ca/</a>
<a href="https://cetpexams.ca/" target="_blank">https://cetpexams.ca/</a>

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This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a 
regulated, standard-driven environment. The successful candidate will also bring strong written 
communication skills, a proactive approach to documentation, and the ability to collaborate with internal 
teams, expert volunteers, and external partners. 

What you'll need to succeed 

Education and Experience 

 • Post-secondary education in a relevant field such as public administration, education, business, health, 
or a related discipline. 

 • Experience supporting operations, program delivery, or data analysis in a professional, customer-
focused, or regulated environment. 

 • Experience working directly with service users, students, or regulated professionals is a strong asset. 
 • Bilingualism in English and French is considered a strong asset. 

Skills and Attributes 

 • Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and deadlines. 
 • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports, standard 

operating procedures, and partner updates. 
 • Confident presenting to large groups and facilitating virtual meetings. 
 • Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively across internal teams, volunteers, 

and external partners. 
 • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, collaborative tools (MS Teams, SharePoint, Planner), and 

experience with web content management platforms such as WordPress. 
 • Ability to create process flows and documentation using flowcharting or project management tools. 
 • Analytical mindset with experience generating dashboards, reports, and insights from data. 
 • Adaptable and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, standard-driven environment. 
 • Customer-oriented approach with a focus on service quality and responsiveness. 


Why join SAC? 

At Speech-Language &amp; Audiology Canada (SAC), you’ll be part of a mission-driven national non-profit that 
champions professional excellence and advocacy for speech-language pathologists and audiologists across 
Canada. Your work here directly contributes to maintaining the highest standards in regulated health 
professions, ultimately supporting safer, stronger care for Canadians. 

We’re a collaborative, supportive team that values trust, respect, and shared purpose. SAC is deeply 
committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging, we celebrate diverse perspectives and strive to ensure 
everyone feels welcome and heard. 

If you don’t meet every qualification but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply and tell us how 
your experiences and passions make you a great fit. 

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How to apply: 

Submit your resume and cover letter / letter of intent by August 4, 2025, to <a href="mailto:careers@sac-oac.ca" target="_blank">careers@sac-oac.ca</a> with the 
subject line: CETP Analyst Application. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline. Start date: 
September 1st, 2025 (flexible). 

<a href="mailto:careers@sac-oac.ca" target="_blank">mailto:careers@sac-oac.ca</a>

Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC)

CETP Exams & Professional Standards Analyst

As one of the world’s leading theatre companies and Niagara’s 20 largest employers, The Shaw is dedicated to 

an ongoing process of increasing diversity and inclusion in our audiences, our programs, and in all of our hiring 

for staff, artists, and in the recruiting of board members. The Shaw is committed to a future when our theatres 

joyously draw on and include all peoples, fully reflective of the world around us. As such, the Shaw Festival is an 

equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and 

invite applications from applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black or as persons of colour (IBPOC), the 

LGBTQ2+ communities and those identifying as gender fluid. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians 

with Disabilities Act (AODA), and in keeping with our wish to ensure a fully inclusive environment, please advise 

Human Resources if you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We will be happy 

to assist.

We acknowledge and honour the land upon which we gather as the historic and traditional territory 

of First Nations peoples. In particular we recognize and thank the Neutral Nation, the Mississauga and the 

Haudenosaunee for their stewardship of these lands over millennia.

Position: Senior Associate, Events 

Job Type: Full-time 

Salary Range: $58,000–$65,000/annually (plus benefits)

The Senior Associate, Events is responsible for working with staff and volunteers to oversee and implement a 

variety of events that support the goals of the Development Department. This position will play a key role in 

building donor relationships through activities/events and supporting our annual fundraising goals.

Reporting

This position reports to the Associate Director of Development (Annual Giving).

Working Relationships

This position will work closely with: Director of Advancement, and senior members of the Development staff 

team including the Associate Director of Development, Governors Council Manager, Membership Manager and 

Major Gifts Officer(s), as well as periodic involvement with the Executive Director; Artistic Director; Associate 

Artistic Director; Associate Executive Director, Food &amp; Beverage Manager, and Director of Education and 

Outreach.

This full-time position requires flexible work hours, working weekends especially during the height of the 

season (May to September), and some travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan and implement donor events associated with all Shaw theatre (10 Openings in 2025), collaborating 

with third party event managers as required.

2. Manage 2 Development Fundraising events, including all logistical elements (critical path, budgeting, 

analysis), in collaboration with Associate Director of Development. 

 • I n-house Events include The Shaw Shivaree with the potential for other/new fundraising events (virtual or 

otherwise) as agreed upon with supervisor. Includes working with and supporting a community volunteer 

team.

 • As the primary Development contact, assist in planning and implementation of any additional fundraising 

events, including Shaw Boxing, in collaboration with third party event managers.


3. In coordination with the Governors Council Manager, support both onsite and offsite Governors Council 

events, including but not limited to:

 • Invited Directors Project (GC invited)

 • GC Weekend, GC Cocktail events, and out of town donor cultivation events

 • Virtual events as needed. 

 • Support for AGM Weekend Dinner (whereby the AGM weekend seminar handled by Executive Assistant to 

the CEO)

4. In coordination with the Director of Advancement and Campaign staff, support onsite and offsite campaign-

related events, as needed.

5. Coach and lead the position of Development Events Coordinator.

 For the majority of these Development events, this position will be responsible for:

 • Ensuring accurate and complete tracking of activities through the donor database, Tessitura (e.g. Event 

invites/RSVPs, Opening ticket processing, contribution payments, tax receipts, depending on what the 

event requires);

 • Financial aspects, including:

 – Preparation of the event budget/cost estimate;

 – A post-event budget and summary of recommendations to assist with future planning;

 – Timely receipt, tracking and payment of invoices;

 • The coordination of print materials;

 • Interdepartmental communications including function sheets, identifying and communications with 

artists and creative team participation in events as required (eg. coordinate with Executive Assistant of 

the Executive Director, who will send invitations to what, whereby the Senior Associate of Events and 

their team will handle track RSVP’s)

In addition, this position will:

 • Maintain records of events, including critical paths as needed

 • Participate in regular Development Team meetings

 • Assist with department budget and goal setting strategic sessions

 • Keep up to date on digital platform requirements

 • Act as back-up if required for virtual events

 – GC Townhall Meetings/Season Announcement, etc.

Accountability

Performance will be measured by:

 • Successful execution of events;

 • Creation of post–event reports, including analysis of events (what worked well / what to improve for 

future);

 • Ability to work well with others in Development and cross-departmentally, and to direct staff as 

necessary, in order to foster strong communications and collaboration, meet deadlines and budget while 

adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization;

 • Ability to lead and motivate direct report (Development Event Coordinator).

 • Ability to work with volunteers;

 • Ability to provide creative solutions to problems as they occur;

 • Ability to protect the mission, goals and values of the organization.


Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume prior by 5pm, Friday, August 8, 2025 to:

Shaw Festival Theatre 

Att: Director Human Resources 

Email: <a href="mailto:dlg@shawfest.com" target="_blank">dlg@shawfest.com</a>

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be 

contacted.

Shaw Festival Theatre, Canada

Senior Associate, Events

Mission:&nbsp;&nbsp;To support and empower people affected by mental health and/or addiction challenges by providing inclusive peer-support programs.&nbsp;Vision:&nbsp;&nbsp;People with lived experience of mental health&nbsp;and/or addiction challenges live full lives of their choosing within supportive, inclusive communities. &nbsp;CONTRACT POSITION: 1 Full-time (37.5 hours per week) contract position, starting as soon as possible, up to December 31, 2025. Peer Supporter/ Group co-facilitator with the Pathways to Wellbeing Project.&nbsp;REPORTS TO: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism (EDIAR) Manager and Community Liaison&nbsp;LOCATION: York Region – various locations, including some work from home in a safe and confidential workspace.&nbsp;Please note:&nbsp; A valid Canadian driver’s license and access to use of personal vehicle for work purposes is required for this position. &nbsp;Introduction:&nbsp;Incorporated in 1998, Krasman Centre is a community based mental health and addiction Consumer/Survivor Initiative serving York Region, north Toronto, and South Simcoe County. All our staff and volunteers are individuals with direct lived experience, of mental health and/or addiction challenges and/or as family members/caregivers. We&nbsp; offer a wide range of peer-support based programs and services including:&nbsp;<ul><li>Peer Support Drop-In Centres </li><li>24/7 Warm Line and Peer Crisis Support Service </li><li>Mobile Peer Support Outreach </li><li>Family Support Program </li><li>Peer Support training programs </li><li>Peer Navigators embedded in hospital Emergency Departments&nbsp;</li></ul>More information about Krasman Centre can be found here: <a href="http://www.krasmancentre.com/" target="_blank">www.krasmancentre.com</a>&nbsp;Peer Support is a respectful relationship between the Peer Supporter and the individual&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that promotes empowerment, trust and mutuality and supports individuals to make changes and decisions to address their current level of distress and enhance their recovery and wellness. Peer Support uses recovery-oriented principles with individuals to help combat stigma, raise self-esteem, improve self-concept, and instill hope.&nbsp;Peer Supporters have gone through a process of recovery and have obtained peer support related training to assist others with mental health challenges. The Peer Supporter defines, models, and mentors' recovery values, attitudes, beliefs, and personal actions to encourage wellness and resilience. Activities of peer support promote self-directed recovery by emphasizing the person, rather than the identified&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; mental health, substance use/addiction challenge.&nbsp;POSITION DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;The Peer Supporter/ Group co-facilitator working in the Pathways to Wellbeing project will coordinate and facilitate multiple in person and virtual recovery series workshops (ie. WRAP, Pathways to Recovery).&nbsp;Drawing from their own personal lived experience of mental health/substance use/addiction challenges, the Peer Supporter will support individuals as they consider and determine their own unique goals and objectives in their personal recovery journey.&nbsp;Krasman Centre is seeking a reliable, emotionally intelligent, professional, and compassionate individuals with lived/ living experience with mental health and/ or substance use/addiction and&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;recovery, to deliver recovery-oriented workshops.&nbsp; The candidate must have group facilitation experience.&nbsp;DUTIES:&nbsp;<ul><li>Coordinate and facilitate Recovery Education Series workshops to program participants throughout York Region. </li><li>Orient participants to the Peer Supporter role including an understanding of the&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; non-clinical role and voluntary nature of peer support </li><li>Provide Peer Support (in both 1:1 and group formats), that reflects the values of Peer Support </li><li>As appropriate, support the development and revision of individual’s recovery / wellness plans </li><li>Encourage and support participants to identify their own strengths </li><li>Develop a work plan to deliver the project during the service term </li><li>Group Coordination will include but is not limited to: </li><li>Scheduling of groups </li><li>Researching and booking venues in various locations throughout York region </li><li>Group(s) promotion&nbsp; </li><li>Participant registration </li><li>Ordering supplies and food for groups </li><li>Group co-facilitation in partnership with an additional staff co-facilitator </li><li>Completion preparations, including certificates&nbsp; </li><li>Create and sustain a warm and supportive training environment that encourages wellness </li><li>Point of contact for participants </li><li>Manage and maintain attendance during workshops </li><li>Develop, prepare and maintain standardized documents and email lists </li><li>Develop monitoring tools to assess project effectiveness&nbsp; </li><li>Develop and/ or utilize pre-existing evaluation methods to measure the workshop and&nbsp; project’s success.&nbsp; Collect and analyze feedback for quality improvement </li><li>Create and maintain database to collect and maintain programming statistics for funders and/or stakeholders.&nbsp;&nbsp; </li><li>Project reporting including narrative reports </li><li>Documentation, statistical data collection as needed, using strengths-based, recovery supporting language </li><li>Maintain group facilitator renewal/ requirements </li><li>Support organizational efforts to increase internal capacity for training </li><li>Support organizational efforts to expand fee for service training </li><li>Attend staff meetings and supervision meetings as scheduled </li><li>Participate in at least one internal committee&nbsp; </li><li>Other duties as assigned&nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;<ul><li>Personal lived experience with mental health and/or substance use/addiction challenges and recovery </li><li>Graduate or current participant in peer support training </li><li>Must have Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Level 2 (Facilitator Training) </li><li>Must have group facilitation experience and skills </li><li>Strong knowledge and grounding in Harm Reduction principles and practices </li><li>Strong knowledge and practice of anti-racism and anti-oppression principles and commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion </li><li>Awareness of issues faced by equity-deserving communities </li><li>Demonstrated Peer Support practice that is culturally appropriate and seen through a lens that is conscious of intersectionality&nbsp; </li><li>Ability to apply Recovery principles, strengths-based approach and empowerment-oriented philosophies and practices in work with participants </li><li>Strong knowledge, understanding and practice of trauma informed approaches to&nbsp;mental health, substance use and addictions issues </li><li>Possess excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills&nbsp; </li><li>Knowledge of systemic issues such as poverty, unemployment, stigma, medications, and the isolation felt by individuals with substance use/mental health issues and their families </li><li>Knowledge of local supports and services in GTA, including formal and informal resources </li><li>Effective leadership, decision-making, organizational and problem-solving skills&nbsp; are required </li><li>The ability to be flexible, self-directed, self-reflective, and supportive </li><li>Ability to work effectively with a co-facilitator&nbsp; </li><li>Demonstrate self-awareness and purposeful self-disclosure </li><li>Demonstrate awareness of diversity issues and the personal impact of barriers, stigma and discrimination faced by people with addiction/mental health challenges </li><li>Ability to use computers and software such as Microsoft Windows, Office, and Teams </li><li>Ability to speak a second language is a strong asset </li><li>Knowledge of the Ontario Mental Health Act, mental health reform principles, the Substitute Decisions Act, and the Health Care Consent Act and PHIPPA requirements </li><li>Current certificate in or ability to complete First Aid and CPR training&nbsp;</li></ul>PEER SUPPORT VALUES:&nbsp;<ul><li>Hope and recovery – acknowledging the power of hope and the positive impact that comes from a recovery approach. </li><li>Self-determination – believing that each person intrinsically knows which path towards recovery is most suitable for them and their needs, noting that it is the peer’s choice whether to become involved in a peer support relationship. </li><li>Empathetic and equal relationships – noting that the peer support relationship and all involved can benefit from the reciprocity and better understanding that comes from a similar lived experience.  </li><li>Dignity, respect and social inclusion – acknowledging the intrinsic worth of all individuals, whatever their background, preferences or situation.  </li><li>Integrity, authenticity and trust – noting that confidentiality, reliability and ethical behaviour are honoured in each and every interaction.  </li><li>Health and wellness – acknowledging all aspects of a healthy and full life.  </li><li>Lifelong learning and personal growth – acknowledging the value of learning, changing and developing new perspectives for all individuals. &nbsp;</li></ul>OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH &amp; SAFETY&nbsp;All employees are responsible for carrying out work in a way that does not adversely affect their own health and safety and that of others.&nbsp; All employees are expected to learn, understand and adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.&nbsp;Physical requirements of this job include but are not limited to sitting or standing for long periods of time, using technology (computer/ phone screens) for long periods of time, lifting/transporting of group related items and materials (eg. food, refreshments, books).&nbsp;&nbsp;SCHEDULE/ WORKING CONDITIONS:&nbsp;<ul><li>1 Full-time (37.5 hours per week) contract position, starting as soon as possible, up to December 31, 2025&nbsp; </li><li>Evening and Weekend shifts may be required for virtual and in-person work </li><li>Self-directed environment. Must be able to work well independently as well as within a team. </li><li>Personal Internet access in a safe/confidential workspace required </li><li>Wage range is $44,323.50 ($22.73/ hour) to $48,750 ($25/ hour) annually&nbsp;</li></ul>PLEASE NOTE: This position is conditional upon the candidate being in adherence with the current Covid-19 Vaccination policy of the Krasman Centre.&nbsp; &nbsp;Email your resume and cover letter to Linda Elwin at&nbsp; <a href="https://codebeautify.org/htmlviewer" target="_blank">l.elwin@krasmancentre.com</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://codebeautify.org/htmlviewer" target="_blank">info@krasmancentre.com</a> Your cover letter should include:<ul><li>Why you would like to work in this role.</li><li>How your experiences match the job requirements.</li><li>What specific skills you can bring to this role.</li><li>Please quote “Peer Supporter, Pathways to Wellbeing” subject line of your email. </li><li>This posting will remain open until position is filled. </li><li>While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.&nbsp;</li></ul>Krasman Centre is a progressive work environment committed to employment equity, and promotion of diversity in the workplace. Those who would contribute to the further diversification of the organization are encouraged to apply and include, but are not limited to, members of Black, Indigenous, racialized, immigrant, 2-SLGBTQ+ communities, and people with disabilities.If you require assistance with the application process or wish to receive this posting in an alternate format, please contact us:&nbsp;<ul><li>General email address: <a href="https://codebeautify.org/htmlviewer" target="_blank">info@krasmancentre.com</a>, Toll free phone #: 1-888-780-0724</li><li>Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process as per the Ontario Human Rights Code.</li></ul>

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