Program and Partnership Coordinator

at  Muslim Legal Support Centre

WHO WE ARE

The Muslim Legal Support Centre (MLSC) is a pioneering organization dedicated to ensuring equitable access to legal services and fair treatment for Muslims within the legal system. Our mission is to increase access to justice for Muslims across Ontario by offering legal information, education, referrals, and summary legal advice while addressing systemic injustices.
Discrimination against Muslims in Ontario is on the rise, with the intersecting impacts of poverty, racialization, and Islamophobia leaving this diverse population particularly vulnerable. The MLSC was established to address the day-to-day legal needs of low- to middle-income Muslims and to empower them with the tools and support needed to navigate the legal system. Since our inception, we have supported thousands of individuals through public legal education sessions, pop-up clinics, and personalized legal services.
Rooted in a community-based and collaborative approach, the MLSC recognizes the diversity within Muslim communities while addressing shared challenges. We focus on the legal needs of Ontarians who self-identify as Muslim or are perceived as Muslim, fostering justice and equality through responsive, culturally competent services.

THE POSITION

The Muslim Legal Support Centre (MLSC) is looking for a motivated and dynamic Program and Partnership Coordinator to join our team. This full-time, contract position, reporting directly to the Executive Director, provides an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in expanding MLSC’s reach and community impact.
The Program and Partnership Coordinator will focus on identifying and cultivating relationships with new community partners, planning and coordinating MLSC’s workshops, and ensuring the successful delivery of programs. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and collaboration skills to support MLSC’s mission of fostering meaningful connections and delivering impactful programs to the community.
The successful candidate will work remotely.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree or College Diploma in social sciences, project management, public policy, human services, planning or a combination of equivalent education and related work experience.
• Proven experience in program coordination, workshop planning, or event management.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills to engage with diverse community partners.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Slack and data management tools.
• Familiarity with issues affecting the Muslim community in Ontario is an asset.
• Commitment to MLSC’s mission of delivering accessible, culturally competent legal services.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $28.00-$33.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 30 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote
Application deadline: 2025-02-14
Expected start date: 2025-02-2

Partnership Development

• Identify, establish, and maintain partnerships with community organizations to support MLSC’s mission.
• Serve as the main point of contact for community partners, coordinating collaboration on programs and workshops.
• Map and strategize opportunities for expanding partnerships and community outreach.

Program Planning and Coordination

• Develop, coordinate, and manage MLSC’s workshops and programs from inception to completion, including scheduling, resource allocation, logistical arrangements, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives..
• Work with community partners, lawyers, and facilitators to design programming that addresses community needs.
• Create and maintain a programming calendar, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.

Administrative and Operational Support

• Prepare program-related documents, including presentations, resource materials, and promotional content.
• Track attendance, manage participant registration, and compile program-related data for reporting purposes.
• Oversee program evaluations, collecting and analyzing participant feedback to improve future programming.
• Ensure program databases and mailing lists are updated and accurate.

General Responsibilities

• Attend program events, including after-hours workshops, to provide on-site support to staff, volunteers, and participants.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations on program activities for internal and external stakeholders.