Duties will include / Please see Job Description for full list of duties
Qualifications:
Relevant post-secondary education (e.g. human and social services, social work, public administration, communications/marketing, community planning and/or development or other relevant field)
Minimum three years related experience or a combination of experience and education
Extensive knowledge of resources and services in Greater Victoria, including an ability and desire to collaborate with internal and external service providers
Knowledge of community and economic development, and policy analysis
Appreciation for diversity, different opinions, lived experiences, backgrounds, and personality types, including experience working with vulnerable populations.
Experience in team direction, mentorship, supervision, as well as volunteer management
Analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent customer service
Strong interpersonal communication skills (both oral and written) and conflict management skills
Computer skills including MS Office suite and social media platforms
Clean criminal record check
Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle for transporting and distributing food
First Aid certificate
The OCA is committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace environment, and invites indigenous folks, people of colour, LGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities to apply. We foster a welcoming community-focused working culture, that provides our employees with opportunities to learn and grow. Necessary accommodations are provided for applicants to be successful in the role.

Primary Responsibilities
Community Resources, Outreach and Partnership Development
Community needs assessments and develop new initiatives based on community needs and interests,
Research and provide recommendations on Community Development opportunities,
Act as a liaison for community-driven endeavours,
Identify and minimize barriers to access OCA programs and events,
Provide referrals for residents to community support agencies as needed,
Engage local businesses and community organizations in Oaklands and Greater Victoria area,
Develop partnerships with other communities and Community Development staff in Greater Victoria
Policy analysis for municipal, provincial and federal government as it relates to Community Development programs.
Volunteer Coordination

Administration of volunteer programing, including
Coordination of volunteer pool including:
Intake, interviewing, appointing and recording volunteer hours
Callouts, recruitment, and retention
Volunteer appreciation
Food Services
Oversee the supervision of the Food Services Coordinator, including:
Oswald Park Community Garden
Seedling Distribution and Garden Materials Distribution
Oaklands food services
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Oversee the supervision of the Community Inclusion Coordinator including:
JEDI Working Group initiatives
Implement inclusive programming and events in collaboration with Market and Events Manger
Seek professional development opportunities on JEDI-related topics for staff
JEDI-related community outreach and social media content
Administrative
Attend and contribute to weekly manager meetings and professional development workshops
Collaborate in development of annual program budget and recording of annual spending,
Program planning, including succession planning and monthly reports,
Human Resources including hiring, training, professional development, and staff retention practices,
Fund development
Other duties similar in scope and complexity may be assigned by the Executive Directors

Apply to:
Co-Executive Director / Human Resources
#1-2827 Belmont Avenue Victoria, B.C. V8R 4B2
Email: ed@oaklandsca.com