Workforce Integration Coordinator

at  Mount Royal University

Job Description:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent interpersonal skills, leading with authenticity and integrity
• Service driven, empathetic and responsive
• Demonstrated understanding of the refugee-serving and employment-development sectors in Calgary; and of barriers refugees face in entering the labour market
• Demonstrated experience working in a cross-cultural context; awareness of trauma informed approach is essential
• Understanding of social enterprise, preferably first-hand vs theoretical
• Knowledge of social innovation and systems-thinking approaches and mindsets is an asset
• Minimum of 5 years-experience in a related area in the public, private or social-impact sector
• An undergraduate degree (graduate degree preferred) in business, social work or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Exemplary organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and effectively manage time.
• Ability to be self-directed, self-motivated, and work independently
• A valid driver’s license

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Workforce Integration Coordinator is responsible for developing relationships and facilitating partnerships between participating refugees currently on Income Support. The position also develops partnerships with refugee-serving and employment-development organizations with pathways and resources to secure long term employment. This role provides a unique, hands-on opportunity to apply problem-solving skills to ensure a cohort of 40 refugees have the tools they need to remain gainfully employed for a minimum of 24 months. Strong inter-cultural and interpersonal skills and an understanding of the unique needs of refugees and their families will be essential. Experience in the social enterprise and/or nonprofit sectors would also be an asset.
This position is a full-time, limited term, conditionally funded role working 35 hours per week ending January 31, 2027. There is a possibility for this position to be renewed based on the success of this model.