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The goal of Local Immigration Partnership (LIPs) is to enhance collaboration, coordination and strategic planning at the community level in order to foster more welcoming and inclusive communities and improve settlement and integration outcomes for newcomers. The LIPs Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of the program: Liaise with organizations and newcomer hubs to develop partnerships for organized outreach and LIP committees; Facilitate monthly meetings of partners and stakeholders to stimulate development of innovative and collaborative action among stakeholders; Consult, guide and supervise partner organizations in developing all of the project deliverables to ensure that the project meets and exceeds the set targets; Initiate Research: on settlement priorities, current trends and gaps for the SW SK region and suggest intervention sectors to enhance the newcomers cultural and community integration and implement innovative ideas; Organize and participate in Immigration oriented events; Coordinate research streams for further funding and work closely with the program holder to develop grant proposals based on strategic needs; Work closely with the project partners to ensure coordinated progress on all project components. Participate in scheduled meetings with other LIPs from the PNT region. Complete required reports for funders; Design evaluation tools; Develop and maintain a website for the LIPs; Presentations to partner and stakeholders.
Requirements: Degree in community development or non-profit management is desired; University Degree in Human Services, Social Sciences, or Community Development or related field; Human Resources and Community Organizing degree/experience, fluency in another language would be an asset; At least 2 years experience in related field. Clean Criminal Record, with Vulnerable Sector Check, valid class 5 drivers license.
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