Job Posting: Project Coordinator – Seniors Initiative
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Position Type: 1-Year Contract (hybrid)
About Canadians For A Civil Society
Association of Canadians For A Civil Society (CCS) is a non-profit organization committed to advancing human dignity, a culture of peace, and the full enjoyment of the human birthright to a life free of fear and want: The Foundations of a Civil Society.
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CCS is seeking a passionate and experienced Project Coordinator to lead a seniors-focused initiative centered on peer education, empowerment, and abuse prevention. This project will bring together seniors from diverse backgrounds to build community, share real-life experiences, and provide mentorship to one another. The goal is to reduce isolation, enhance awareness, and support seniors in recognizing and responding to situations of abuse.
Design and implement a needs assessment to identify the knowledge gaps, challenges, and strengths among participating seniors.
Plan and coordinate project activities, including:
Recruiting seniors from various cultural and community groups
Finding facilitators to conduct peer learning sessions that combine theoretical knowledge with lived experience
Organizing workshops and roundtable discussions focused on senior abuse awareness and response
Document the collective knowledge and resources into a final booklet or binder, highlighting shared stories, learning outcomes, and available community supports.
Collaborate with CCS staff, community partners, and relevant service providers to ensure inclusive and impactful programming.
Masters degree in Human Services, Social Sciences, Social Work, or a related field
Extensive experience working with seniors, particularly in educational, mentoring, or community outreach roles is an asset
Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills, with sensitivity to issues of elder abuse and cultural diversity
Demonstrated ability to manage community-based projects from planning to completion
Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently and collaboratively
This is a 1-year contract position based in Edmonton, Alberta
Some evening and weekend availability may be required depending on the needs of participating seniors
Multilingual candidates and those with lived or professional experience in diverse cultural communities are strongly encouraged to apply
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