Social Planner

Social Planner - Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton Hamilton, ON Job details Position Status: Four days/ week (27 hours) Hours: 8:30 – 4:00 p.m. Placement: October 2024 - January 2026 (15 month maternity leave, fixed contract) Application deadline: September 27, 2024 About Us: The Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton promotes equity, informs policy and planning decisions and increases community engagement to improve social conditions. We accomplish this through research, policy analysis, community partnerships and program delivery. Our vision is for Hamilton to serve as a sustainable community that is caring, inclusive, empowering and accessible for all. Location: 350 King Street East, Hamilton Position Summary: The successful candidate will: Conduct community research on social issues relevant to our mission and community need. Serve as the Coordinator for the Women’s Housing Planning Collaborative (WHPC), supporting the implementation and fulfillment of the project requirements of Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy. Conduct social policy analysis and research on issues related to housing, poverty, food security, and other priorities of the SPRC. Prepare policy briefing notes and articles. Design and conduct program evaluations using evidence-based practices. Respond to community inquiries for information. Prepare funding applications and reports. Prepare and make public presentations on behalf of SPRC Hamilton. Encourage the growth of relationships with community organizations. Provide group facilitation and coordination. Other duties as required to support the mission of the organization and its programs. Educational and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field (ex. social work, community development, public policy, research). Knowledge of program evaluation best practices and experience conducting program evaluations and working with logic models. Knowledge and practical experience with community development and community based research, particularly participatory research methods. Practical experience with policy analysis and knowledge of basic statistical analysis methods. Knowledge of social planning theory and techniques. Skills and Qualifications: Exceptional facilitation, interviewing, and presentation skills. General knowledge of Hamilton community and social services including knowledge of legislation, policies, and programs. Knowledge of the housing shelter issues affecting women and non-binary people in Hamilton and the housing supports available to them. High proficiency working with Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Forms); virtual meeting hosting platforms; survey software; knowledge of Canva is an asset. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to work independently within structured timelines. Strong organizational, project management, and administrative skills. Experience working with volunteer committees, including persons with lived experience of poverty and marginalization. Ability to work well with individuals and groups from diverse communities and sectors. Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours when required. Assets: Credentialed Evaluator designation with the Canadian Evaluation Society. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Must be able to do computer work for long periods of time. Why work with us? Our team at SPRC is committed to an inclusive, safe, and respectful work culture that values the contributions of all staff and volunteers. Your work will intersect with other program areas and you will have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues on projects and community initiatives. We currently offer our employees: A competitive total rewards package including health, dental benefits, and EAP benefits, four weeks’ annual vacation. Professional development and training opportunities. Paid parking. Optional 1 day per week hybrid work arrangement on Fridays. The Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives. We strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve and especially welcome applications from Indigenous (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ and women. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests. PLEASE NOTE: We seek a recruitment and hiring process that is equitable and informed by anti-racist, anti-oppression practices. To reduce bias in the selection process we ask all candidates to please follow the directions below when submitting their applications: Submit one document with your cover letter and resume included. Your cover letter should expand on your suitability for the position based on the job ad. Include only your initials on your resume and cover letter, omitting your full name. Include only your city of residence, omitting your full address. Include an email address and phone number that we can use to contact you. Those selected for interviews will be asked to provide further details in advance of the interview. Please apply using the link provided. We thank all applicants for their submissions, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr