Application deadline: Friday, April 21st, 2017
Applicants must have the right to work in Canada
Equitas is seeking a Program Officer – level 2 to lead implementation of its human rights education programs with children and youth in Quebec and across Canada.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Programs (Canada), the Program Officer 2 will be responsible for:
- leading program strategy and overseeing the implementation, administration, financial management, and evaluation of the programs under his/her responsibility with the project team
- developing and maintaining relationships with funders and with key partners and stakeholders
- contributing to the development of Equitas’ program strategy in Canada
- contributing actively to communications related to the Canadian program and knowledge building and sharing activities (KBS)
- collaborating closely with other members of the project team, staff from the Equitas Program, Education and Finance and Administration Units, as well as with interns, volunteers, outside consultants, and partners
- other duties as determined in consultation with the Associate Director of Programs
Qualifications
Skills and experience:
- 3-5 years demonstrated experience in project management: excellent planning, budgeting and organizational skills
- Proven experience developing project proposals, securing funds and managing relationships with donor agencies
- Facilitation skills and experience working with community organizations and/or schools delivering programs for children and youth
- Knowledge of human rights education and/or social justice issues in Quebec and Canada
- Experience in partnership development and experience working in the NGO sector, experience at a national level is an asset
- Excellent communication and writing skills in French and English
- Analytical skills and the ability to act independently
- Ability to do multiple tasks at the same time in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work as part of a small team in a cross-cultural environment with a diversity of partners
- Enthusiasm, tact and adaptability
- Strong skills in information management (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; experience in InDesign is an asset)
Language Requirements:
- Fluently bilingual in French and English
Other Considerations
- Commitment to Equitas’ mission and values
- Ability to travel up to 4 to 6 times a year for an average of 4-5 days at a time
Equitas is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Equitas offers a competitive salary and benefits for a program position in the NGO sector.
Equitas thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please send 1 attachment (cover letter and C.V.) with your name and PO2 Canada in the subject line by Friday, April 21, 2017 to:
Anne-Sarah Côté : ascote@equitas.org