Entrepreneurship & Job-Readiness Coordinator

Huronia Transition Homes•Midland, ON

5d•CA$54,992

About The Position

The Entrepreneurship & Job-Readiness Coordinator is responsible for the facilitation and delivery of the self-employment program and employment programming at Operation Grow, and ensures the coordination of the rental spaces. This role will ensure the effective implementation of project initiatives and will work collaboratively with community stakeholders, ensuring project initiatives reflect a harm reduction, intersectional feminist, and anti-oppression frameworks.

Requirements

Relevant post-secondary education
3 – 5 years relevant work experience
Knowledge of the issues and complexities of the impact of violence against women
Strong counselling and assessment skills
Self-employment and/or entrepreneurship experience
Demonstrated leadership ability
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent community and interpersonal skills
Demonstrable knowledge of intersectional feminism, anti-racism, anti-oppression, violence against women, harm reduction, food sovereignty and poverty reduction
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse staff, volunteers and clients and an understanding of marginalized and diverse communities
An understanding of the new business supports in Simcoe County
Previous project management/project coordination experience
Previous experience working collaboratively with multiple community partners
Proven ability to develop, implement and evaluate work plans
Proven ability to lead and work with a variety of stakeholders
Experience preparing and tracking budgets
Teamwork: Work cooperatively and collaboratively with other members of the organization; demonstrate the ability to cooperate in achieving organizational goals and work objectives; share information and communicate effectively with team members; use effective conflict resolution skills.
Program Delivery: Able to understand the program needs of Operation Grow members and the ability to effectively meet complex needs. Communicate effectively with OG members.
Service Delivery: Recognize, meet, and effectively communicate regarding the unique service needs of individual women and children in service; role model and mentor others to develop the ability to apply a woman-centred approach to service delivery which demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s mission, beliefs and aims, anti-racist/anti-oppression/harm reduction framework.
Policy, Procedure and Process Adherence: Thoroughly understand and apply appropriate organizational and operational policies, principles, procedures, methodologies, rules, guidelines and interpretations in all aspects of daily work.
Judgment/Decision Making: Demonstrate ability to analyze relevant information and evaluate alternate courses of action within scope of position; anticipate consequences and assume responsibility for actions taken.
Adaptability/Innovation: Demonstrate initiative to respond effectively to challenges and responsibilities; demonstrate flexibility when considering concepts, ideas and work practice; able to initiate new ideas and recommend innovative methods, processes and strategies.
Listening, Understanding and Responding: Demonstrate the ability to practice active listening; to understand scenarios as they occur, and to respond appropriately when interacting with individuals and groups; liaise effectively and respectfully with team, supervisors, co-workers, service users and the general public.
Achieving Results: Able to achieve or surpass identified goals with appropriate use of supervision; consistently produce quality work by establishing priorities, implementing, monitoring and adjusting in order to meet objective and deadlines.
Technological Competence: Appropriately and efficiently use office equipment; use technology with fluency and ease; resolve routine problems without assistance; learn new technologies quickly and adapt to change easily; comply with computer and equipment use policy.
Intersectional Feminist Analysis: Provide all services and supports using an intersectional feminist approach which recognizes that social norms are set by the dominant social groups, and work towards dismantling those norms; recognize women’s individual and unique social locations and experiences of oppression; understand identities of gender, sex, sexual orientation, class, race, ethnicity, religion or spirituality, immigration status, and ability; understand the complexity of these identities, and connect these social locations to the multi-layered experiences of power, privilege and oppression, and how various social norms give or diminish power; Understand how oppression contributes to systemic injustice and social inequality; demonstrate a strong understanding of all forms of gender-based violence; demonstrate a commitment to continuing education as it relates to feminism and violence against women.
Work Within a Harm Reduction Philosophy: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of harm reduction principles as an evidence-based framework; understand use, effects and impacts of substances and able to communicate both practical and functional aspects of harm reduction practices to the women we serve; meet women “where they are at” with a non-judgmental approach; demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning in regards to trends, strategies, legislation etc.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and coordination in delivering the goals and initiatives identified for the self-employment Program.
Act as the primary point-of-contact for program participants.
Carry out outreach and intake responsibilities to engage program participants.
Ensure the effective delivery of program sessions, including the engagement of mentors and advisors.
Promote the program to potential participants, advisors, and mentors through marketing and outreach channels.
Ensure all project initiatives and activities reflect an intersectional feminist framework and uphold the values and philosophy of Huronia Transition Homes.
Facilitate the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework tools, including the completion of asset mapping with members.
Implement strategies to maintain ongoing engagement with program graduates through an Alumni Program, fostering continued participation and connection to Operation Grow.
Engage local female entrepreneurs to support and strengthen skills of OG graduates through mentorship.
Coordinate and support the use and programming of co-working space to enhance member engagement and business development opportunities.
Facilitate and deliver Part 1 and Part 2 of the entrepreneurship program, ensuring continuity and progression of participant learning.
Develop, coordinate, and sustain a structured mentorship program to support participants and graduates in their business and self-employment pathways.
Support participants and graduates to identify, apply for, and access business development opportunities, funding streams, and grants.
Plan, organize, and implement up to four (4) Maker’s Markets annually to promote participant businesses and community engagement.
Provide individualized and group-based support to participants in preparing for job interviews, including skill-building and confidence development.
Develop and deliver workshops focused on business development and self-employment skills.
Develop and deliver workshops focused on job-readiness skills, including interview prep, resume building, and job search.
Coordinate the development and maintenance of an online platform or website to showcase and promote Operation Grow graduates’ products.
Track and monitor businesses developed through the program, including progress, sustainability, and outcomes.
Support harm reduction programming on-site as needed.
Oversee the engagement of advisors and guest facilitators to lead program sessions when appropriate.
Engage individual and business collaborators/partners.
Identify and report on measurable project performance indicators and outcomes to the Program Supervisor.
Ensure compliance with project funding requirements and assist with preparing reports to program funders.
Report on program outcomes and impact to community stakeholders.
Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual project budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing budget variances; initiating corrective actions.
Active participation in staff and agency meetings.
Work collaboratively as a team member in the identification, development, and recommendations of changes for improved service delivery.
Work collaboratively with management, staff, and volunteers to ensure effective support and service provision.
Promote a healthy and respectful workplace.
Participate in applicable training, supervision, and team meetings.
Practice open, direct, respectful communication.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Abide by all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of HURONIA TRANSITION HOMES.