Coordinator, Mobile Hub
CNIB Foundation, Canada

Full Time, Contract (1 year)

Prince George, BC (Home Based)

Reports to: Manager, Programs amp; Operations

Direct Reports: No

Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward, will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today.

We're looking for a mission-driven Coordinator, Mobile Hub who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.

• Coordinates the logistical planning and project execution of Mobile Hub events in BC and Yukon.
• Coordinates and maintains strong and effective partnerships with key community organizations that are aligned to and/or can help further our mission, including other blindness and service delivery organizations, agencies, etc.
• Completes various administrative duties as required: location bookings and evaluations, expense reconciliation, data entry, etc.
• Outreach to participants and community partners to maximize participation and introduce new participants to the Mobile Hub and CNIB.
• Provides ongoing feedback, testimonials and other relevant project information for continuous quality improvement of Mobile Hub strategy and funding opportunities.
• Provides orientation and training to volunteers, and community partners working within the program as needed.
• Supports on location set up and tear down of the Mobile Hub as needed.
• Acts as a key local ambassador for CNIB, representing and promoting the organization at all relevant external events.

Requirements

Education and Certifications

• Degree or diploma in related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience and Qualifications

• 1-3 years of project and/or event coordination experience.
• Experience in comparable position within a non-profit, voluntary organization an asset.
• Event and/or project coordination skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge in Salesforce an asset
• Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.
• Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.

Benefits

We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
• Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.
• Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.
• Enticing internal employee referral program.

If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application. Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

Closing date: March 15, 2024

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Our diversity is our strength we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

Learn more about our mission here.

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