Project Lead - Sexual and Reproductive Health Project

Association for New Canadians; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based organization in Newfoundland is seeking a Project Lead for their Sexual and Reproductive Health Project. This role involves overseeing initiatives aimed at enhancing health education for newcomers, emphasizing culturally appropriate resources. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Sciences, strong project management skills, and a commitment to equity and diversity. The position requires flexibility, a valid NL driver's license, and legal authorization to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of gender inequality and sexual and reproductive health rights.
• Experience working with at-risk populations, specifically newcomer women and gender diverse peoples.
• Ability to manage project plans and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Sexual and Reproductive Health initiative and engage key partners.
• Develop culturally relevant SRH modules for healthcare providers.
• Facilitate participation by removing barriers for newcomers.

Skills

Cultural awareness and sensitivity

Research and presentation skills

Project management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Second language proficiency

Education

Masters Degree in Social Sciences

Job description

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.

Job Title: Project Lead - Sexual and Reproductive Health Project

Location: St. Johns, NL

Position Type: 1 full-time position until March 31, 2027

Closing date: December 20, 2025, or until filled

Reporting to the Manager of Social Work and Health Services, the Project Lead - Sexual and Reproductive Health Project will oversee Phase 2 of its Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) initiative to strengthen health education and care for newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Project Lead will translate evidence into action by co-developing culturally and linguistically appropriate resources with newcomers, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders. Key project outcomes include newcomer and stakeholder consultations, needs assessments, and the adaptation of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) materials, oversee the creation of an online SRH resource portal, and develop training to be implemented with health care providers practicing in the regional health authorities. The Project lead is responsible for development, testing and evaluation of knowledge translation strategies, and oversees the work of project staff including a Project Assistant and specialized contract staff.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Establish and support a Newcomer Group comprised of immigrants and refugees, with special focus on women and gender diverse peoples, to guide materials design, and content development and implementation
• Engage key partners to ensure subject matter expertise is included at relevant project stages
• Develop and culturally relevant SRH modules based on established best practices to train practicing health care providers on newcomer SRH
• Facilitate project participation by addressing gaps and barriers to participation
• Develop and adapt sexual and reproductive health (SRH) materials, such as pamphlets, videos, pictographs, considering phase 1 evidence
• Implement training curriculum for healthcare practitioners using project materials
• Employ project management methodology, including maintaining project timelines as prescribed by the funding agreement, using principles of gender analysis, empowerment, engagement, anti-racism, and anti-oppression
• Submit weekly, monthly, quarterly and final project updates and reports as required by management and/or funders

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters Degree in Social Sciences with in-depth knowledge related to gender inequality, sexual and reproductive health rights, or related field
• Knowledge of trauma and resilience informed service delivery
• Knowledge of health care services and systems in NL
• Demonstrated skills in promoting cultural awareness and sensitivity working with diverse client groups
• Experience working with at-risk populations, specifically newcomer women, 2SLGBTQIA+ and other gender diverse peoples
• Demonstrated ability to complete research and develop presentations and/or training resources
• Demonstrated ability to manage project plans and schedules
• Ability to collaborate and lead provincial and community partners
• Strong skills in building relationships and rapport
• Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to speak a second language is an asset

Conditions of Employment

• Legal authorization to work in Canada
• Flexible to work outside of core hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm)
• Valid class 5 NL drivers license and daily access to a reliable personal vehicle is required
• Ability to travel is required
• Position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
• Valid First Aid Certificate is an asset

How to Apply

Please upload a cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to https://associationfornewcanadians.bamboohr.com/careers/248

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us online at: www.ancnl.ca.