Community Engagement Manager

Full-time temporary position for a one-year term, with possible extension based on funding and organizational needs | Monday to Friday with evenings and weekends as required | 40 hours per week

Summary of Position

The Community Engagement Manager is a key leadership role within the Hope Grande Prairie Project, reporting to the Director of Education and Engagement and working closely with community partners and stakeholders. This position provides strategic oversight and management of collective impact initiatives, community engagement efforts, partnership development, and project implementation. The Manager leads the coordination of collaborative activities, oversees key operational and administrative functions, and drives the advancement of shared community goals and outcomes. Through relationship building, stakeholder engagement, and effective project leadership, the Community Engagement Manager fosters cross-sector collaboration, strengthens community partnerships, and supports initiatives that enhance the well-being and autonomy of individuals accessing local services.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide day-to-day coordination and facilitation of the Hope Grande Prairie Project
• Organize, support, and engage community partners in advancing project goals and work plans
• Complete required administrative tasks related to meetings, reporting, and partnerships
• Lead and document meetings as well as provide training to community partners and external stakeholders on the use of the Hope Hub database
• Coordinate events and activities that engage the community in the project’s work
• Collect, analyze, and report on data and outcomes as part of the collective initiative
• Maintain and oversee the project’s collective database to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and functionality
• Engage with Restore Hope to support professional development and ongoing learning for the project
• Build and sustain relationships with community partners to advance the mission of ending domestic and sexual violence
• Work collaboratively with Odyssey House departments to ensure effective service delivery
• Provide leadership, supervision, and performance management for assigned staff, including supporting professional development, conducting performance evaluations, and overseeing timesheet review and payroll approvals

Qualifications

The successful applicant will possess one or more of the following:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counselling, or other Human Services related field (or comparable experience)
• Minimum three years working within the human and/or social service field, including 1 or more years of proven community collaboration and committee coordination experience
• Minimum one year management experience
• A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered

Skills and Abilities

The successful applicant will possess the following:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Creativity and energy
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of dynamics of domestic violence and women’s issues
• Understanding of the experiences related to equity deserving groups within our community
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships with diverse community partners such as social services, multi levels of government, faith based and health services
• Above average written and oral communication skills
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong knowledge of social service community agencies and protocols for referrals/advocacy

What We Offer

• Hourly wage ranges from $29.80 - $31.35 per hour
• Excellent employer-paid benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid wellness days and sick days
• Pension plan with employer matching
• Employer-paid training opportunities

Other Information

The successful applicant will be required to submit the following documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment: Criminal Record Check, Child Intervention Record Check (C.Y.I.M), First Aid & CPR certification, and Suicide Prevention Training Program.

While we sincerely thank all applicants who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $29.80-$31.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grande Prairie, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Have you accessed Odyssey House services within the last two years?

Experience:

• Social Service: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person