Social Development Consultant

Job Description

Job title: Social Development Consultant

Company: City of Saskatoon

Job description: Position: Social Development ConsultantDivision: Community ServicesDepartment: Recreation and Community DevelopmentTerm: 1 Temporary Full Time position(s) available for approximately 17 months.Closing Date: 10/29/2024Labour Group: CUPE 59Posting: 3686Job SummaryUnder the supervision of the Community Initiatives Manager, Community Development, this position facilitates the development and implementation of social development programs and initiatives for the City of Saskatoon.Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and implements strategies and programs that address social development issues and initiatives.
• Monitors social programs and initiatives to ensure that they are consistent with the Corporate Strategic Plan and continue to meet objectives set by both internal and external stakeholders and funders.
• Gathers public input related to programs and initiatives by developing and maintaining an appropriate professional network with other cities, government agencies, community organizations and businesses that provide social services to residents of Saskatoon.
• Develops and maintains a liaison with community-based social serving organizations.
• Conducts research, including reviewing existing literature, programs and policies, conducting community surveys and performing statistical analysis.
• Identifies gaps and/or potential issues with social development initiatives and develops recommendations for improvement.
• Assists with the administration and monitoring of social development grants and works to ensure the City’s social funding programs are aligned with community identified needs and solutions.
• Represents the Department to the community, other departments and outside agencies regarding the implementation and interpretation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the operating budget.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation, Training and Experience Requirements:

• University degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Community Development, Public Administration or a related discipline.
• Six years’ progressively responsible experience in research, development, operation and provision of social programs and policy.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence and a vehicle suitable and available for use in the performance of the assigned duties.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Considerable knowledge of the philosophy, theory, processes, and practices of social program development as it pertains to Saskatoon.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public participation processes, group facilitation, team building, and group dynamics.
• Knowledge of service delivery by public, private and non-profit sectors related to designated populations.
• Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and in writing, including formal presentations.
• Considerable knowledge of issues facing Indigenous, new Canadians and marginalized populations.
• Ability to research, analyze and summarize reliable information to determine a course of action using evidence based decision making including needs assessments and best practices.
• Demonstrated skill in planning, scheduling, budgeting, management reporting and time management.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of a computer with word-processing, database and spreadsheet software.

Weekly Hours: 36.67Salary Range: $74,549.76 to $82,191.36 CAD per annum (2023 rates)Diversity, Equity and InclusionThe City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visitAccommodationThe City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Job date: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 22:38:17 GMT