Job Order Detail

Description

Southeast Newcomer Services is accepting applications for the position of Information Services Advisor.  The Centre will provide a safe and hospitable environment for the clients to obtain information and service to assist in their settlement and integration into southeast Saskatchewan. The Information Services Advisor will be principally responsible for providing services to newcomers and operating the centre on a day to day basis.

Duties:
- Answer general questions from newcomers
- To direct and assist newcomers in locating and accessing relevant online and/or print information materials and resources
- To assist newcomers in accessing relevant programs and services, including assistance with booking appointments
- To schedule appointments for language assessments and with the Settlement Advisor
- Responsible for maintaining and updating all relevant online and printed materials related to the SE Newcomer Service
- Complete media releases, design of material and participate in on-air interviews; complete regular articles for the local newspapers & newsletters
- Provide support or deliver presentations to interested groups

OUALIFICATIONS
- Respect and sensitivity to the needs of newcomers
- Ability to handle competing demands and prioritize for maximum efficiency
- Demonstrated experience in the use of computer applications, specifically in the use of email, word processing, spreadsheet, and web based applications.
- Demonstrated communication skills, including written and oral, and effective public relations skills

Education / Experience:
- Minimum of a two year relevant post-secondary certificate
- One year of demonstrated experience in working with people from diverse cultural groups in a cross-cultural setting
- Must possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and be willing to travel
- Must provide a criminal record check /  Vulnerable Persons Check

* For a complete job description, please contact Debbie Hagel at 306-634-9554.