NORTH YORK COMMUNITY HOUSEExternal Job Posting Salary range:               $42,669 - $46,169 depending on qualificationsHours per week:          Full-time (35 hours per week)General function:         To open doors and build bridges between newcomer/ immigrant groups and public institutions and private sector businesses in their municipality, with the goal of building a welcoming, inclusive and well-integrated community.  Responsibilities include the following:1.     Facilitate the involvement, collaboration and co-education of community stakeholders;2.     Outreach and consultation with potential Host client and volunteer groups, including newer and more established ethno-racial and ethno-cultural groups;3.     Explore ways to involve “established” immigrant communities with newcomers; 4.     Outreach to service providers, businesses, public agencies and institutions to explore best practices and innovative ways in which they can engage newcomers and immigrants in their organizations; 5.     Organize educational tours, workshops, community meetings for the Host Program; 6.     Animate partnership-building sessions, and otherwise encourage the development of partnerships that may benefit or enhance the Host Program; 7.     Provide advice, referrals and direct support to public and private institutions in the delivery of diversity and anti-racism training; 8.     Map community assets, resources and newcomer needs, with the aim of matching needs with resources, and addressing identified gaps; 9.      Promote greater interest and involvement in volunteerism in the Host Program in all groups within the city; 10.   Ensure that program goals and objectives are understood by staff, and are integrated into program plans and activities.11.   Assist in the design and implementation of program evaluation tools;12.   Monitor program budget and manage expenses;13.   Maintain program files, statistical and evaluation data14.   Attend Host and NYCH meetings as required. Qualifications:1.      Minimum of 2 years’ experience in coordinator position in a social services organization, or equivalent position in the public relations/marketing field.2.      Post-secondary degree or equivalent.3.      Excellent understanding of issues affecting newcomer families and demonstrated skills and experience in working in diverse, anti-oppression environment. 4.      Excellent administrative skills, including monitoring program budgets and report writing.5.      Proven track record in community outreach/capacity building, partnership building, work with non-profit agencies, newcomer groups, businesses and public services; 6.      Flexible, team-oriented working style;7.      Experienced in development and facilitation of anti-racism approaches and cross-cultural awareness;8.     Strong commitment to organizational learning and social change;9.      Experience developing press releases and working with a variety of media;10.    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Additional languages an asset. Please submit your resume by Monday, November 10, 2008 to: Hiring Committee – Host Coordinator North York Community HouseFax: 416-784-2042  E-mail: nych@nych.ca