Specialist, Community Engagement; project

Position: Specialist, Community Engagement (2-year project contract)
sport, education and research, programming is focused on four As the organization expands into a new community facility in Weston (and Lawrence), we are seeking a Specialist, Community Engagement to ensure the new facility is community-rooted, youth-driven, and programmatically strong. This role acts as the community's voice within Launch Pad and Launch Pad's voice within the community.

You will support the design and execution of community consultations, build strategic partnerships, shape youth-centered programming, and support staff readiness. Your primary role is to continue to build trust, create relevance, and ensure that community feedback directly informs design decisions, programming, policies, and operations from construction through opening and beyond.

The successful candidate is a skilled facilitator and relationship-builder with deep experience in equity-focused community engagement and youth development- ideally as someone who is from, or currently lives within the York, South-Weston community.
** RESPONSIBILITIES*
* * Stay current on Sport for Development research and best practices
* Support values-based recruitment of coaches, facilitators, and additional program staff
* Co-design and co-deliver staff training and onboarding that reflects best practise in youth development, trauma-informed approaches, cultural competence, and community context
* Create resources to help staff understand local context, community priorities, and youth needs
** QUALIFICATIONS
* ** Post-secondary degree in Community Development, Youth Outreach, Social Work, Youth Development, Recreation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
* 5+ years in community engagement, youth development, or program leadership
* Strong relationship-building skills with diverse communities and youth-serving organizations with experience working in equity-focused, community-based environments
* Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills with familiarity of trauma-informed practice and positive youth development frameworks
* Knowledge of Sport for Development principles and youth programming
* Strong understanding of the Weston community context and local issues affecting youth
* Experience in onboarding and training young staff, or in regular staff development
* Strong organizational and project coordination skills
* Authentic, approachable, and trustworthy, you are a skilled listener able to adapt in dynamic environments
* Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, and basic digital communications platforms

Please apply by:
Sunday, March 1st at 11:59 pmacation, competitive benefits, and many exciting perks.
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