JOB POSTINGS

Kaleidoscope Alberta Regional Coordinator

The Alberta Council for Global Cooperation (ACGC) is looking for a responsible, experienced person to fill the position of Alberta Regional Coordinator for the Kaleidoscope Video Challenge Project.

Responsibilities include:
• Promoting the Kaleidoscope Video Challenge Project in Alberta.
• Implementing a media strategy in consultation with the Kaleidoscope National Coordinator.
• Developing partnerships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Creating, facilitating, and producing presentations for schools, community organizations, and other partner groups throughout the province.
• Creating, facilitating, and producing video production workshops for youth throughout the province.
• In collaboration with other staff, organizing events, including a regional gala.
• Reporting (monitoring and evaluation – documenting best practices, lessons learned, etc).
• Other duties as required.

Desired Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
• Excellent interpersonal skills with expertise in public relations and presentations.
• Experience in event coordination.
• Experience in public engagement.
• Previous experience working with youth.
• Video production skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to travel.
• Experience working in international development an asset.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, internet, e-mail, web publishing packages).
• Driver’s License and an ability to drive in winter conditions as required.

Position Details
Wage: $18.25 / hour
Application deadline: 4:30 pm, Friday September 10, 2010
Start date: As soon as possible. Early October at the latest.

This position will report directly to the Kaleidoscope National Coordinator and will be based at the ACGC office in Edmonton.

The successful candidate must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends, and will be required to travel. This is a part-time contract position with flexible hours (14 hrs/week) for 12 months duration with the possibility of additional hours to be negotiated.

Please submit a resume with cover letter and the names and contact information of three references by email (kaleidoscope@acgc.ca)by 4:30 pm, Friday September 10, 2010. For more information, please contact Rose Yewchuk at 780-988-0200 or kaleidoscope@acgc.ca Thank you for applying. Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

Alberta Council for Global Cooperation (ACGC)

The Alberta Council for Global Cooperation (ACGC) is a coalition of voluntary sector organizations located in Alberta, working locally and globally to achieve sustainable human development. We are committed to international cooperation that is people-centred, democratic, just, inclusive, and respectful of the environment and indigenous cultures. We work towards ending poverty and achieving a peaceful and healthy world, with dignity and full participation for all. For more information about ACGC please visit http://www.acgc.ca

Kaleidoscope Video Challenge Project

The Kaleidoscope Youth Video Challenge is a joint initiative of the Provincial/Regional Councils for International Cooperation, acting collectively as the Inter-Council Network (ICN). Kaleidoscope aims to profile and support young Canadians (13 years and under and 14-18 years) who are engaged as active global citizens.

Building on the popularity of video-sharing as a method of communication, Kaleidoscope invites youth participants to prepare and submit a short video that addresses the questions, ‘What actions are you taking on global issues?’ and ‘Why do you think that active global citizenship is important?’

Submissions will be judged on the thoughtfulness of the participants’ responses and on the creativity of their videos. Workshops on video production will be offered to encourage youth with less experience and access to video equipment to participate. The project will help to draw out the perspectives, realities and visions of youth across the diverse regions of Canada. As a national Public Engagement project coordinated by ICN, it will unite and mobilize international development and global education organizations across the country in a new and creative way, and will raise the profile of the sector as a whole with a broad public audience.

Sessional Researcher – Alberta NDP

This temporary full-time position will support the research of Alberta’s NDP Opposition during the fall sitting of the Legislature. This is a ten week position beginning September 27, 2010.

Job Duties:
* Under the direction of the Research Director, analyze and provide factually accurate and timely information to Alberta’s NDP Opposition MLAs on provincial issues, government bills, motions, private member’s bills and motions.
* Assist in the preparation of policy materials and speaking notes for use by MLAs in the Legislative Assembly.
* Carry out administrative and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
* Demonstrated research skills including relevant post-secondary education and experience in researching policy issues.
* Research skills to include both print/electronic and personal contact.
* Strategic thinking ability to include organizing and interpreting complex data and presenting it in a clear and succinct format.
* A thorough knowledge of Alberta’s political landscape and an understanding of the Alberta NDP.
* Ability to work under tight timelines and shifting priorities as part of a highly motivated team.
* Strong computer skills including: MS-Office applications, word processing, email, and demonstrated ability in using the internet as a research tool.

Salary
* $25.16 per hour.
* Alberta’s NDP Opposition is an employment equity employer.

Send application letter detailing experience, resume and references (in confidence) by September 16, 2010 to:

John Ashton, Caucus Administrative Officer
501 Legislative Annex
9718 107 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta T5K 1E4
Fax: 780.415.0701
E-mail: john.ashton@assembly.ab.ca

We thank all applicants. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

For more information: www.ndpopposition.ab.ca

Peace Ambassador Volunteer Opportunity – Centre for Race and Culture

A Peace Ambassador is a youth mentor or leader who works within their community; Peace Ambassadors act as educational facilitators/role models for creating awareness of issues on race and culture in their community and promote peaceful outcomes to racial/cultural differences.

Skills and Experience:
* Some past volunteer experience would be nice but is not required
* Aged 15- 30 years
* Interest in social justice (interest in making the world a more equitable place)
* An open mind and comfortable with challenging your own assumptions and views
* Commitment of 4 hours /month minimum

Other requirements: A criminal records and child welfare checks may be required (arranged by CRC)

Training Provided:
* Anti-racism
* Conflict resolution
* Skills facilitation/train the trainer
* Theatre and social artistry
* Opportunities for other professional development

Other Benefits to Volunteer:
* Reference letters or references provided for jobs
* Volunteer recognition/Volunteer retreats
* Leadership and public speaking training
* Development of presentation skills
* Solid foundation in race, culture and human rights issues

Time: Flexible days and hours
Duration: 6 months +
Location: Volunteer opportunities available at various locations in Edmonton.

Contact:
Karen Chinaleong-Brooks
Tel: 780 425 4644, ext 112
Email: kchinaleong-brooks@cfrac.com

CRC works within the community to promote and support individual, collective and systemic change to address racism and encourage intercultural understanding.

Senior Manager, International Programs, War Child Canada

Deadline: September 6, 2010
Based in Toronto; regular international travel required

War Child Canada is currently looking for a qualified individual to fill the position of Senior Manager, International Programs. The successful candidate will report to the Director of International Programs and will be based in Toronto, Canada, with regular international travel.

The main role of the Senior Manager is to provide oversight and leadership to develop and implement high-quality programs. In collaboration with the Director, International Programs, the Senior Manager will manage the growth strategy and direction of the International Programs department, improving the consistency of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and supporting a team of Program Managers and Country Directors in the design and development of new areas of work while supporting the management of existing programs.

Program Management
• Provides leadership, oversight, and guidance to Program Managers responsible for the day to day management of WCC International Programs.
• Provides direct line management and support to Program Managers.
• In liaison with the Director, International Programs, drafts ToRs and job descriptions for new hires and takes a lead role in recruitment of field staff.

Program Development
• Contributes to the development and implementation of WCC international program strategy and provides guidance for individual country programs and staff.
• Assist with the development of War Child Canada and War Child International strategy in liaison with the Director of International Programs.
• Develop funding proposals and budgets, liaising with donors as required in co-ordination with Program Managers.
• Develops new programs and projects through orientation and assessment visits to war affected areas and international project sites.
• Review and draft proposals with input from the field and Director of International Programs.
• Leads the development and dissemination of WCC best practices in conjunction with relevant staff.
• Develop indicators with Program Manager and field staff to improve the quality and consistency of WCC programming incorporating the mainstreaming of gender and HIV/AIDS.
• Further develops and implements monitoring and evaluation systems, procedures and tools based on international humanitarian agency best practices and War Child Canada standards.
• Ensures that minimum quality standards of programming are in place in all country programs.
• Identifies and responds to gaps in programming areas.

General
• Fills in for the Director of International Programs as needed
• Supports other WCC activities and staff to ensure a well-functioning team and a coherent approach to activities
• Any other tasks as assigned by the Director of International Programs or the Executive team.

Essential experience, competencies and qualifications
• Master's degree in International Development /Relations or related subject.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize, work under pressure and manage multiple time-sensitive priorities.
• Minimum three to five years middle management experience in complex development programs in developing countries.
• Excellent management and leadership abilities; effective team builder; proactive thinker.
• Substantial experience in monitoring and evaluation methodologies, tools and systems.
• Very strong writing and verbal skills for project proposals, reports and communications.
• Strong technical skills in or specialization in at least one of the WCC program sectors
• Strong financial management skills.
• Organizational skills with strong planning and implementation skills.
• Experience with participatory methods of proposal development and writing successful proposals and reports.
• Experience of organizational development and capacity building strengthening in a complex international development environment.
• Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and spoken English and French. Spanish is an asset.

Personal Qualities
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Diplomacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to use initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Willingness and ability to regularly travel to insecure environments and to comply with security protocols.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

BENEFITS:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits, as per War Child Canada’s benefit policy after successful completion of a three-month review period, plus vacation allowance.

SALARY:
In the range of $55,000 - $60,000 CAN per year in accordance with experience and qualifications.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12 noon; Monday September 6th, 2010.

START DATE: As soon as possible.

CONTRACT: Permanent contract, provisional on successful completion of a probation period.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO SEND A CURRICULUM VITAE AND AN ACCOMPANYING COVER LETTER ELECTRONICALLY TO:
jobs@warchild.ca

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls please.

For more information about War Child Canada, please visit www.warchild.ca

War Child Canada (WCC), a registered Canadian charity based in Toronto, Canada works with children and communities to reduce poverty, provide an education and to defend and promote child rights.

Operations Manager, War Child Canada

Deadline: September 6, 2010

Based in Toronto; occasional international travel required
This a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are requested to not reapply.

War Child Canada is currently looking for a qualified individual to fill the position of Operations Manager. The successful candidate will report to the Director of International Programs and will be based in Toronto, Canada, with occasional international travel. The successful candidate will work closely to support the International Programs team based at the head office in Toronto and our staff based in our international field offices, providing operational, logistical, financial, HR and security management support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations, Logistics and Security
• Works closely with International Program Head Office and field staff to provide operational and logistical guidance and support to programs.
• Develops and supports the implementation of field based standard operational procedures and policies based on international humanitarian agency best practices.
• Ensures that operational security standards are applied to all programs in-line with WCC Safety and Security Guidelines, including the review and development of security plans and liaison with security providers and monitoring of field security, in conjunction with the Director of International Programs.
• Monitors field security in liaison with field staff and security specialists, supporting the Director, International Programs to manage on-going risks.
• Provides human resource management support for International Program operations including the recruitment of international field and relevant head office staff.
• Co-ordinate and implement logistical requirements including field staff visa applications, arranging flights, providing organization registration documents and ensuring insurance coverage as required.
• Develops budgets, provides financial analysis, distributes cost allocations and assists with other financial management support as required. • Contributes to report writing for headquarters, donors and partners as well as supporting evaluation processes, where relevant.

Program Development
• Leads the logistical and security components of project design, planning and budgeting of funding proposals.
• Drafts contracts, agreements and manages relationships with international or network bodies as required.
• Provides operational, logistical and security support during the establishment of new country programs when required.

General
• Support other WCC activities and staff to ensure a well-functioning team and a coherent approach to activities
• Any other tasks as assigned by International Program Director or WCC Senior Management.

Essential experience, competencies and qualifications
• Degree in management, business, international development or related subject. Advance degree preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize, work under pressure and manage multiple time-sensitive priorities.
• Experience in providing operational or logistical support, ideally within an international NGO.
• Experience of developing and implementing standard operating procedures.
• Experience of administrative work, project and financial management.
• Experience in developing, monitoring and reviewing security systems and procedures.
• Experience of writing proposals and reports.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office.
• Excellent written and spoken English. French and/or Spanish is an asset.
• Experience of working overseas in difficult operating environments is an asset.

Personal Qualities
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Diplomacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to use initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Willingness and ability to travel to insecure environments and to comply with security protocols.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

BENEFITS:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits, as per War Child Canada’s benefit policy after successful completion of a three-month review period, plus vacation allowance.

SALARY:
In the range of $45,000-$50,000 CAN per year in accordance with experience and qualifications.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12 noon; Monday September 6th, 2010.

START DATE: As soon as possible.

CONTRACT: Permanent contract, provisional on successful completion of a probation period.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO SEND A CURRICULUM VITAE AND AN ACCOMPANYING COVER LETTER TO:
Attention: Operations Manager Recruitment
War Child Canada
401 Richmond Street West, Suite 204
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5V 3A8

Or electronically, to:
jobs@warchild.ca

With a subject heading of Operations Manager Recruitment
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls please.

For more information about War Child Canada, please visit warchild.ca

NEW CAPI INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Application Deadline: September 7, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. PST

With funding support from CIDA through their International Youth Internship Program (IYIP), The Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives (CAPI) is offering the following exciting six-month placements for 2010-11:
• Community Development Advisor with the Centre for Marinelife Conservation and Community Development in Hanoi, Vietnam
• Environmental Communication and Outreach Specialist with the Centre for Marinelife Conservation and Community Development in Hanoi, Vietnam
• Project Officer with Migrant Forum in Asia in Quezon City, Philippines
• Project Officer with the Center for Migrant Advocacy in Quezon City, Philippines
• Communication and Media Specialist with Isis International in Quezon City, Philippines
• Project Officer with The Worldfish Center - Philippines in Los Banos, Philippines
• Project Officer with the Community Based Natural Resource Management Learning Institute in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for our CIDA International Youth Internship Program placements you must:
• Be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred • Be 30 years of age or under as of October 1, 2010 • Have completed a post-secondary (i.e. College or University) degree or diploma and NOT currently registered in any educational program. Note: You need to be finished your studies before your placement begins (i.e. by October 1, 2010)
• Be unemployed or underemployed and not collecting Employment Insurance (EI). Note: Applicants who have already had significant work experience in their field are not eligible for this program • Be genuinely interested in permanently entering the workforce and starting an international career

In addition:
• This must be your FIRST placement with the Career Focus Program of the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment Strategy (YES) program
• This must be your FIRST paid, career-related international work experience

To Apply:

Applicants should apply directly to the Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives. Further information about the program, eligibility requirements, and full application details are available on CAPI's website.
capi.ca
Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday September 7, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. PST.

For more information:
Kristy Farkas
Program Assistant
Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives
Sedgewick Building, Room C 145
University of Victoria

Tel: 250.721.7023
Fax: 250.721.3107
capi.ca

Volunteering - Youth Council Application on Now!

Youth Council Application on Now!

Youth 13-23 years old who want to make a difference in Edmonton, are invited to apply to be a General Assembly Delegate for the City of Edmonton Youth Council. The deadline for the 2009/2010 term is September 26, 2010. Application forms can be found at www.ceyc.ca and can be submitted online, by fax or mail.

The Youth Council has monthly meetings to learn about the projects and plans of the city government and to discuss the youth perspective on these issues and make sure that the voices of young Edmontonians are heard. There are also other working committees where projects, events and ideas come together and make a positive impact on the issues that YOUTH think are important.

Successful applicants will also be asked to come to a personal interview in early October to complete the process. Please email youth.council@edmonton.ca if you have other questions or would like recruitment posters to display at your school, organization or office.
youth.council@edmonton.ca
ceyc.ca

International Development and Research Centre Internship

The main goal of the International Development and Research Centre Internship Award is to provide exposure to research for international development through a program of training in research management and grant administration under the guidance of IDRC program staff.

Internships are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences in research program management - in the creation, dissemination and utilization of knowledge from an international perspective.

Nomination Deadline: September 12, 2010

For more information, please go to the IDRC website

Volunteer Opportunity – Research Project on Mixed Race Identity – Deadline Open

Are you of a mixed racial background? Do you identify as ‘mixed’ or ‘mixed race’? Do you identify with a mixed racial identity? Do other people identify you as 'mixed' or 'mixed race'?

This project is being conducted for a Master’s thesis in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alberta. The purpose of the project is to explore a whole range of perspectives and experiences, and the multiple ways that ‘mixed race’ can be understood. Male and female participants between 20-30 years of age, who are of ‘mixed racial’ parentage and who grew up in Canada are being recruited, including those who have two ‘minority group’ heritages.

Interviews will be conducted with participants, and will take approximately one hour. If you would like to be part of this study, please contact Jillian Paragg at paragg@ualberta.ca or if you know of someone who may be interested in participating, please pass this message on to them.

Volunteer Opportunity – Multiple Positions – Edmonton Immigration Services Association – Deadline Open

The Edmonton Immigrant Services Association (EISA) is a non-profit organization that provides programs and directs services relating to Integration, Settlement, Adaptation and Education for new immigrants, refugees and first generation Canadians living in the Greater Edmonton Area. We assist newcomers regardless of age, gender, religion, nationality, socio-economic status or ethnic origin to assist them make a smooth transition into Canadian life. We currently have ongoing volunteer opportunities for the following programs:

TUTOR AND MENTOR (YOUTH PROGRAM)

Tutors and Mentors with the EISA Youth Program help meet the needs of young newcomers who are adjusting to the academic requirements of a new country, learning a new language or needing a little extra social support. As mentors, we listen to the youth and assist them in meeting their goals and following their dreams. The programs are active, fun, and energetic, and help young newcomers meet their academic and social needs.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT VOLUNTEER (NEW NEIGHBOURS PROGRAM)

The New Neighbours Program aims to help newcomers overcome the stress and frustration of moving to a new home. Volunteers are Edmontonians who are knowledgeable of and well adapted to Canadian culture and lifestyle, and are matched with a newcomer based on compatibilities we gather from our intake processes. Volunteers for the program will be asked to commit a minimum of one hour per week of their time each week to share their knowledge to assist newcomers in:

Practicing conversational English.
Familiarizing themselves with Edmonton and what it offers.
Overcoming isolation and building a social network.

COMMUNITY TRANSLATOR/INTERPRETER (LANGUAGE BANK PROGRAM)

The EISA Language Banks is looking for volunteers to share their skills of proficiency in languages other than English. Use and develop your translation and interpretation skills to help newcomers and refugees to Edmonton, and assist with document translation and on-site interpretation to assist clients with settlement. Volunteers with the program will have a very flexible schedule in which to donate their time and can even work from home.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER (HOST/MENTORSHIP PROGRAM)

Volunteers with EISA's Host/Mentorship Program help integrate adult and senior newcomers adjust to life in Edmonton in the following ways:

Building friendships in order to break social and cultural isolation.
Sharing information on the Canadian culture and life style.
Familiarizing them to available community services and resources.
Introducing them to social and recreational activities and healthy living.
Helping newcomers practice conversational English skills.

In return, Volunteer Host/Mentors will benefit by increasing awareness and knowledge of other cultures living in their midst and gain personal growth and satisfaction.

Our volunteers will have the opportunity to take skill development workshops offered at EISA, meet new people and expand their social networks. For more information, please contact Alexandru Caldararu (Volunteer Coordinator) at 780-474-8445 or at acaldararu@shawbiz.ca. You can also visit www.eisa-edmonton.org.

Associate Coordinator – The Multicultural Coalition – Deadline Open

The Multicultural Coalition is an organization that has engaged emerging immigrant and refugee communities in enhancing the communities’ organizational capacity, facilitating partnership development, implementing community-developed advocacy strategies and civic engagement through community animation. Please visit our website at www.multiculturalcoalition.ca for more information.

Roles and Functions
The Associate Coordinator will work with the Community Based Research Committee to design and coordinate the research activities. The Associate Coordinator will also engage in literary research and writing the report and recommendations. The Associate Coordinator shares the responsibility for the over-all management and operations of the programs. He/she has the important responsibility of accurately reporting on financial progress, operational concerns, organizational problems and accomplishments. The Associate Coordinator will help design deliver and organize program activities based on the ideas expressed by the membership and board. The Associate Coordinator will share the coordination of the immigrant and refugee leadership, community animation and advancing social policy program activities.

Functions and responsibilities:

The specific functions of the Associate Coordinator include the following:

coordinates the community based research program of the Coalition
provides over-all coordination of program activities in consultation with the coordinator of the Coalition
builds and sustain relationships and partnerships with ethnocultural organizations, immigrant and refugee communities, voluntary organizations and public institutions
organizes learning opportunities for formal and informal community leaders on various aspects of civic participation and organization development
build and nurtures a pool of community animators skilled in facilitating first language dialogues and discussions
offer opportunities for service providers to learn and experience working with groups and communities with culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse backgrounds
seeks opportunities to ensure sustainability of the organization through ongoing initiatives and secure funding
liaise with funders, public and non-profit organizations and community organizations as well as the media and build strategic relationships with these organizations.

Administrative responsibilities:
Support the bookkeeping and accounting system; provide for its regular examination by competent outside auditors, selected by the board of directors, and at the regular annual meeting present a statement to the members of the Coalition’s financial condition.

Key Competencies

cross cultural sensitivity, flexibility and an understanding or appreciation for the complex dynamics of emerging immigrant and refugee communities
leadership and critical thinking skills to bridge the needs and struggles of immigrant and refugee communities with the interests and mandates of funders, policy-makers, agencies and other decision makers
facilitation skills and ability to design, develop and deliver workshops an asset
writing skills and plain language skills. proposal writing and report writing skills an asset
public speaking skills. media relations skills an asset
community based research skills an asset

Pay Range & Terms
This is a contract position starting part-time with a potential to increase to full–time. Wage negotiable $18/ hr to $23/hr.
Start date: ASAP

Please submit resume to: multiculturalcoalition@yahoo.ca

Dare to Volunteer in Bolivia

If you are aged between 19 and 30, have recently graduated, and are interested in taking up a challenge, Canadian Crossroads International (CCI) wants you! They are recruiting volunteers for overseas mandates in Bolivia lasting from 6 to 12 months in the following fields:

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
* System Manager
* ICT Specialist
* Database Designer

Marketing and Finance
* Fair Trade Marketing Specialist
* Youth Entrepreneurship Programme Designer
* Credit Risk Analyst

Visit the CCI website for more information at www.cciorg.ca

Dare to Volunteer Overseas

If you are aged between 19 and 30, have recently graduated, and are interested in taking up a challenge, Canadian Crossroads International (CCI) wants you! They are recruiting volunteers for overseas mandates lasting from 6 to 12 months in the following fields:

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Marketing and Finance
Fundraising

Available posts in South America (Bolivia) and in West Africa (Mali and Senegal)

CCI offers ideal conditions for a first-time oversears experience:

Personalized support before, during and after the mandate provided by a team that cares and is always available
Improve your professional skills and use them to promote social justice issues
Work closely with experienced local partners and help build sustainable changes within their communities
Get a global perspective of the world by living with a host family
All expensed are provided for (living allowance stipend, airplane ticket, lodging, local transportation, medical insurance and trainings)