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INTERNAL / EXTERNAL JOB POSTINGKitsilano Neighbourhood House

Seniors Programmer Part Time Position

Job Purpose:The Seniors Programmer will work collaboratively and under the direction of the SeniorsCoordinator to develop and implement the Seniors for Seniors Project. This is a senior-led initiative that will engage local seniors and community partners to create a one-stopSeniors Resource Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Actively engage seniors in project development and decision making

Develop annual Communication Plan

Facilitate meetings, community dialogues and group activities

Develop a Train-the-Trainer Manual for Info & Referral volunteer program

Implement community development principles in planning, capacity building,and working with committees

Build and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders of the project

Collaborate with staff and volunteers as part of a larger community supportteam Develop Outcome Measurement Framework for project

Monitor project outcomes and prepare annual report for funders

Collate project learnings into a Best Practices Manual and Asset Map

Provide leadership in the development of a Seniors Hub on the Westside

Qualifications: Post Secondary degree in a relevant field or suitable combination of education and

experience Demonstrated experience implementing a project to completion

Knowledge of seniors issues and local community resources

Experience training and supporting volunteers

Experience in group facilitation and community engagement

Commitment to the Neighbourhood House Model of service delivery

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to work flexible hours and participate in KNH special events

Strong computer skills in MS Office, data management, and presentation software Second language an asset Criminal record check required Drivers license and a car / access to a car required

Job Details:Salary: $18.47 / hour + benefitsSchedule: 21 hours weekly, schedule to be determined.

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Location: Kits House Seniors Resource Centre at 8th & Vine St., VancouverExpected Start Date: As soon as possible

Submit resumes and cover letters to Sandra at sandra@kitshouse.orgby Friday April 12th at 5pm

3683 West 4th Ave., Vancouver, B.C., V6K 1Y4, Fax: (604) 736-3640

*** No phone calls please ***We thank all applicants; however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be

contacted.Kits House is an equal opportunity employer.