Bilingual Community Liaison

Achēv; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Achēv is looking for a Bilingual Community Liaison to enhance community partnerships for reducing gender-based violence in the Greater Toronto Area. The role involves developing resources, conducting workshops, and promoting community engagement strategies. Ideal candidates are bilingual in English and French and possess a background in social services.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in the non-profit sector, preferably with women or marginalized groups.
• Knowledge of community resources in the GTA.
• Experience with outreach and promotional materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist with outreach plans targeting community partners.
• Conduct workshops and information sessions to engage participants.
• Maintain communication with team members for effective cooperation.

Skills

Bilingual in English and French

Facilitation skills

Presentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in social services

Tools

MS Office

Zoom

Job description

Join us in applying for the Bilingual Community Liaison role at Achēv.

At Achēv, we believe everyone deserves an equal opportunity to build a better life and a successful future. For over 30 years, we have dedicated ourselves to helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential. We are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, and youth services in the Greater Toronto Area. Our team of nearly 400 staff delivers innovative, high-quality, and personalized programs that empower clients and communities to thrive.

Join us in helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential!
Achēv’s latest Impact Report: www.Achev.ca

Summary

The Stronger Together: Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Support Project aims to reduce gender-based violence (GBV) in the GTA through education, community capacity building, early intervention, and economic empowerment. Its goal is to create a supportive environment that addresses GBV comprehensively.

The Community Liaison (bilingual) will develop partnerships with community organizations to deliver resources and workshops on gender-based violence. The role involves assisting with workshop creation, resource gathering, and supporting the launch of interventions such as information sessions, workshops, and resource distribution. The position also involves developing best practices to prevent GBV.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager with developing and implementing outreach plans targeting community partners.
• Develop and deliver presentations to community partners, focusing on francophone organizations, to ensure program visibility and relationship building.
• Implement marketing strategies among community organizations, schools, places of worship, and at community events.
• Conduct consultations with Francophone-serving community partners to gather insights and identify best practices to reduce GBV.
• Conduct information sessions and workshops across the GTA to raise awareness and engage participants.
• Assist with program review, evaluation, and data collection, ensuring confidentiality and privacy.
• Execute marketing strategies with input from the project team.
• Provide monthly updates to the Manager and ensure accurate reporting of program activities.
• Maintain positive communication with team members to facilitate teamwork and customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in English and French, with strong written and verbal skills.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in social services or related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience in the non-profit sector, preferably with women or marginalized groups.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Cultural sensitivity, diplomacy, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of community resources in the GTA.
• Experience with outreach, promotional materials, and administrative tasks.
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Office, internet, and online meeting tools like Zoom.

We welcome applications from diverse groups and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment. If interested, apply via our website: www.achev.ca.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Non-profit Organization Management

This position is active and accepting applications.