• Job Description

  Req#: 13526

  Job Description

  Coordinator, Community Investment

  Human Services – Social Development, Planning and Partnerships

  Status: 1 Regular Full Time

  Salary Range: $69,273 to $86,593 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

  Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.

  Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON; occasional travel required to community agencies within the Region of Peel

  Hours of Work: 35 hours per week; Monday to Friday

  Who we are:

  The Social Development, Planning and Partnerships division works collaboratively with our community partners and multiple divisions within the Human Services department to enhance effective service delivery, identify gaps in services and efficiencies, and plan, influence and create solutions that positively impact the residents of Peel. We achieve this through program priorities including Poverty Reduction, Community Investment and Community Safety & Well-being. We provide services such as research, analysis, data analytics, technology, recoveries, appeals, eligibility review, business and policy support, training and development, planning, evaluation, continuous improvement, document services, and project expertise.

  The Community Investment Program provides funding investments to support a strong and sustainable Peel not-for-profit sector that meets the needs of residents and advances community impact. These investments provide essential funding to Peel not-for-profits that are building community by; providing programs to the most vulnerable; supporting capacity and resources for marginalized and equity-seeking populations; and enabling upstream systems change that addresses complex social challenges.

  What you will do in this role:

  The Coordinator supports the work of the Community Investment Program (CIP) and Community Capacity and Intelligence (CCI) teams. The Coordinator will support the Gov Grants CIP funding streams, capacity building, community level intelligence gathering and other assigned projects. Duties and responsibilities include a supporting role in the coordinating, planning, implementing, and evaluating the delivery of the CIP/CCI programs. The Coordinator will provide excellent customer service to Community Partnerships internal and external stakeholders while ensuring seamless delivery of the program.

  • Responds, triages, and resolves all related Gov Grants inquiries from both internal and external sources, liaising with the REI, D&IS, and other internal stakeholders (i.e., legal, finance, Accounts Payable) as needed.
  • Plans, coordinates, implements various initiatives and events.
  • As the first point of contact, the Coordinator, liaises with Peel not for profits and other internal and external stakeholders resolve issues, providing guidance and following up on inquiries.
  • Assists the teams with reports and compiling of relevant statistical documentation for Community Partnership leadership, Regional Council and other various stakeholder as required.
  • Responds to and resolves related Gov Grants and CIP/CCI inquiries from both internal and external sources, liaising with the D&IS, REI, Accounts Payable, Legal and Finance departments as needed.
  • Creates, coordinates, and distributes community information which support the Community Partnership programs.
  • Performs data entry, tracks key statistics; maintains filing system and processes applications for the Community Partnerships division; updates and verifies information in existing database as needed.
  • Assists with preparing slides, organizational charts, spreadsheets and presentation materials.
  • Book and coordinates team meetings prepares presentations and supporting material as required.
  • Collects, revises and coordinates the distribution of surveys, inquiries, complaints and focus groups, incorporating identified trends and results into reports and recommendations for program improvements.
  • Attends meetings, take minutes specific to the Community Investment, Community Capacity and additional Community Partnership Council directed projects and/or initiatives.

  What the role requires:

  • Post secondary education in Human Services or related field and a minimum of 3 years related work experience, or a combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Working knowledge of the non-profit sector and community development initiatives.

  Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent computer knowledge and demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point). Experience using EIM and GovGrants (or similar program) would be considered an asset.
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Well developed verbal and written communication skills to address a variety of audiences.
  • Interpersonal and customer service skills in order to maintain effective relations with all levels of internal (staff and management) and external contacts.
  • Proven self starter with a demonstrated ability to work well independently.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills with an ability to manage in a changing priority environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of discretion, judgment, tact, diplomacy, confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

  Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date)
  • Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
  • Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis (where applicable) up to 3 weeks per annum
  • 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
  • Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
  • Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance (where applicable)
  • Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
  • Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources

  Work Mode & Job Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON worksite and occasional travel required to community agencies within the Region of Peel. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

  The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

  Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

  Assessment: There will be an Assessment to be completed as part of the recruitment process. All communication will be sent to the email address attached to your application submission.

  Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

  If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

  As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.

  About Us

  Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.

  We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

  Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

  Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

  Additional Information

  Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca

  Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.

• About the company

  The Regional Municipality of Peel is a regional municipality in Southern Ontario, Canada.

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