Shorenet Education Lead
About The Position
The Shorenet Education Lead will focus on developing Shorenet's learning content and carrying the educational thought leadership that flows through the network. This includes creating new learning resources and modules, developing a micro credential in place-based economic development, and building the curriculum for the "[Name] in Place" programmes. The role involves content development rather than logistics and will also include a share of the Institute's consulting portfolio. The Shorefast Institute for Place-Based Economies is a program of Shorefast, a large social enterprise organization in Canada, dedicated to supporting communities in shaping their economic futures through place-based approaches.
Requirements
- Experience in instructional or curriculum design would be a strong advantage.
- A strong writer, able to translate practice into clear learning content and publications.
- Familiarity with community economic development and place-based practice.
- Facilitation credentials and experience leading workshops and learning sessions.
- Based in Newfoundland and Labrador or Ontario.
- Energized by building things, whether modules, curricula, stories, or publications.
- Clear communicator and collaborator across the team, practitioners, and partners.
- Willing to travel to Fogo Island and other partner communities as required.
- Committed to the values and mission of Shorefast, and treats communities as economic actors with assets and agency.
Nice To Haves
- A relevant degree is welcome.
- Bilingualism in English and French would be an asset.
Responsibilities
- Develop new Shorenet learning resources and modules, and design and deliver the learning programmes across the membership tiers and the online learning offering.
- Develop a micro credential in place-based economic development for Shorenet, from curriculum design through to delivery.
- Build the curriculum and content for the "[Name] in Place" programmes, in partnership with the Manager, Shorenet and Convening.
- Develop and maintain Shorenet's toolsets and resources library, including the ABCDE methodology, keeping content current and accessible to members.
- Lead the educational and practitioner thought leadership carried through the network, including articles, publications, and the community economics webinar series.
- Support the Cases for Places series, turning the network's practice into usable, shareable content.
- Represent the Institute as a speaker at programme-related gatherings and events as required.
- Deliver some consulting workshops, sharing the wider consulting portfolio with the Manager, Shorenet and Convening.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($75,000–$85,000 per annum)
- Health and dental benefits
- Access to an employee assistance program for mental health support and work/life services
- Team member discounts within our businesses (Fogo Island Inn and Fogo Island Workshops)
- The technology necessary to complete your work
- Cellphone plan
- Travel to Fogo Island, and allowances for travel
- An engaged, highly supportive, and collaborative environment that encourages creativity and curiosity
- The opportunity to work in a thriving social enterprise
- Continued learning and professional development training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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