Hey y'all,

Here's the job posting for the mapping project coordinator. Hooray! Please
pass this along to folks who might be interested in applying.

<<Connecting the Dots Coordinator job posting.pdf>>

(sorry if you've got this a few times now)


devon



Grandview Woodlands Food Connection
Connecting The Dots Community Mapping Project
Project Coordinator

Connecting The Dots Project Overview: The GWFC designed the Connecting the Dots
Project as a first step to address food security (a high-priority health issue
in the neighbourhood) through a comprehensive mapping of the local food system.
By creatively determining the food related needs and resources in the
neighbourhood and providing tools to mobilize, the project will build
connections amongst diverse members of the community, reduce barriers
contributing to social isolation, build leadership skills and ultimately build a
foundation to make long term sustainable moves to support its local food
resources and address the necessary gaps.

The Connecting The Dots Project Coordinator is a community development position.
The Coordinator's key responsibilities include supporting local leadership
development and capacity building around food security initiatives. The
position encompasses tasks and related needed skills in planning events,
community and public relations, financial management and resource development,
and building partnerships with individuals, groups and organizations.

Qualifications
· Previous experience with community mapping, grass-roots community initiatives,
event planning and community development
· Ability to plan, mobilize and evaluate various initiatives
· Ability to supervise, inspire and communicate with volunteers of diverse
backgrounds
· Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to food security
· Strong interpersonal organizational, leadership and communication skills
· Knowledge of relevant community resources, both locally and regionally
· Previous experience and interest in working together with a diverse community,
including different cultures, economic backgrounds, etc.
· Ability to work cooperatively in and reporting to a non-profit and volunteer
based organization
· Ability to work flexible hours
· Knowledge of the Grandview-Woodlands Community

Line of Authority
· The individual reports to and receives direction from the GWFC steering
committee and the Britannia Arts and Culture Programmer.

Job Details
· This is a 12-week contract position for 28 hrs/week at $20/hr.
· Expected start date ASAP

Application Process
· As per GWFC Human Resources Policies and Procedures, all factors being equal,
first priority will be given to residents of the Grandview-Woodlands area and
applicants of all cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
· Deadline: January 16, 2006 4pm

Applications may be mailed, dropped off or emailed to Britannia Community
Services Information Centre: 1661 Napier Street, Vancouver BC, V5L-4x4 (Att:
Arts and Culture Programmer) Brenda.racanelli@...

We thank all applicants but only those short-listed will be contacted.