Program Officer, Labour Mobility (Atlantic Canada)

World University Service of Canada

11h•CA$53,000 - CA$62,000•Remote

About The Position

WUSC is seeking a Program Officer to support labour mobility candidates and mobilize welcoming communities in Atlantic Canada. This role will focus on supporting skilled refugee relocation and settlement through economic immigration pathways, building and maintaining relationships with community stakeholders to foster inclusive communities and workplaces for refugees and newcomers. The position is remote and based in Atlantic Canada (NS/PEI).

Requirements

A university degree in refugee studies, social sciences, global development, project management, business administration, or equivalent working experience.
A minimum of 1 year related professional experience, with significant experience in newcomer settlement; refugee sponsorship, and/or employer engagement.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in newcomer settlement & community integration or refugee sponsorship.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in newcomer employment and Canadian labour standards.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the Canadian immigration system and processes.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in data management and coordination.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in building and strengthening partnerships with private and public sectors.
Effective interpersonal and influencing skills, including the ability to build relationships, network, communicate and build capacity in a cross-cultural context are essential.
Proven ability to produce quality work and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders; under pressure or tight deadlines.
Strong computer skills including the use of Google Suite, and attention to detail.
Strong personal initiative, resourcefulness and capacity to work remotely both individually and as a team.
High degree of comfort working in changing and/or uncertain environments.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to multitask, adapt and problem solve.
Demonstrated diplomacy and patience.
Complete fluency in English is required.
Candidates must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Arabic and/or French is an asset.
Valid drivers licence or working towards obtaining one is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the review and submission of immigration forms and track immigration milestones and processes in collaboration with WUSC team and external partners.
Work collaboratively with overseas country staff to support beneficiaries information and training pre-departure that builds Canadian employment readiness.
Support the private sector with international recruitment processes, track employment offers, contribution fees, and associated administration.
Coordinate newcomer arrival plans with employer and other partners.
Help mobilize and liaise with economic development partners and settlement agencies to activate regional welcoming and retention strategies.
Develop tools, materials and resources to support the participation of community members in settlement support of refugee labour mobility beneficiaries.
Develop and deliver training to stakeholders as needed.
Advocate and support where gaps remain in settlement service access; monitoring the needs of current labour mobility beneficiaries.
Help maintain partnerships with employers, economic development partners, and community service providers; that support positive settlement outcomes and trust in novel labour mobility pipelines.
Monitor remaining Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program sponsorship cases, including the social and financial requirements, and provide support to overcome barriers faced during sponsorship.
Provide touch points with remaining Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) beneficiaries, as needed.
Maintain and update electronic program records in compliance with funder and WUSC.
Support data collection activities to monitor and evaluate the pilot.
Respond to information requests and contribute to preparation of reports, as required.
Identify best practices across the program to document and share lessons learned on scaling refugee labour mobility.
Promote and maintain an organizational culture that advances gender equality, reduces power abuse and inequalities, and fosters trust, respect and safety.
Create a working environment is free from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH).
Ensure high standards of prevention and response measures for SEAH are in place consistent with the WUSC's safeguarding policies and WUSC's Code of Conduct.

Benefits

35-hour workweek
ability to work flexible hours
Remote-friendly workplace
free access to our Ottawa office
4 weeks annual leave
Paid sick days (10)
special leave days (5)
Extensive health and dental coverage for you and your dependents, 100% covered by us
Group RRSP contributions, from day 1
$300 reimbursement for home office equipment
Being part of a friendly, caring and enthusiastic team!