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.

Profile

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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

Additional Information

• 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