Job Order Detail

Description

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR is responsible for promoting engagement of children, youth and adults in the community. Outreach activities occur in schools located in the Battlefords as well as surrounding communities, as well as off-site locations when requested. The EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR is responsible for scheduling and delivering BASAC programming in the Battlefords.
The EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR works on a variety of projects which further the gender-based violence prevention and early intervention work of Battlefords & Area Sexual Assault Centre, including in-person education of youth, service providers, community outreach and public education in the Battlefords and surrounding areas.  The EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR reports directly to the Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    Teaching BASACS gender-based violence prevention curriculum in schools
    Organizing and conducting in-service trainings and workshops for adult professions who work with youth on how to address sexual violence
    Developing program materials for volunteers, clients, and community members
    Participating in program data tracking, evaluation and reporting
    Scheduling BASAC prevention education programs
    Other education program-related and administrative duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
    BA degree or equivalent work experience
    Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail
    Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
    Demonstrated commitment to public interest work, especially experience working on issues related to gender-based violence
    Sound judgement, strong interpersonal skills and professionalism
    Ability to work with diverse groups of people
    Patience, enthusiasm and a positive attitude