La Boussole is a Francophone charitable organization that has been serving the Vancouver community since 1992. Our mission is to support Francophone and Francophile individuals experiencing vulnerability by promoting their social, community, and professional inclusion.
We provide personalized, accessible, and client-centered support through a holistic approach that places each individual’s needs at the heart of our services. Our programs include newcomer settlement, social services, employment support, food security, and community activities.
Our community centre is a welcoming space where people can build connections, strengthen their independence, and fully participate in the Francophone community in British Columbia.
At La Boussole, we believe in a collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate approach. Every member of our team contributes to providing coordinated services, ensuring that clients are connected with the resources best suited to their needs.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Community Centre Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and developing La Boussole’s community programming. The successful candidate will ensure that activities respond to the needs of the Francophone community, encourage community engagement, develop partnerships, and oversee the smooth operation of the community centre’s programs and events.
Key Responsibilities
1. Community Programming Development
- Develop, coordinate, and evaluate the annual programming for the community centre.
- Design new activities that respond to the evolving needs of the community.
- Gather feedback from members and clients to adapt programming accordingly.
- Evaluate participation, satisfaction, and the impact of activities, and recommend improvements.
2. Activity & Event Coordination
- Plan, organize, and coordinate the community centre’s regular activities.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee La Boussole’s annual events.
- Manage all event logistics, including registrations, bookings, suppliers, materials, and timelines.
- Ensure activities remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational objectives.
- Prepare post-event evaluations and recommendations for future improvements.
3. Community Development & Partnerships
- Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations, institutions, schools, businesses, and community groups.
- Identify collaboration and funding opportunities to support community programming.
- Promote civic engagement, volunteerism, and a strong sense of belonging within the Francophone community.
- Represent La Boussole at partner meetings and community events as required.
- Recruit, onboard, train, coordinate, and support community centre volunteers.
4. Administration & Project Management
- Oversee the administrative and financial management of activities and projects.
- Prepare reports, statistics, and accountability documents required by funders.
- Contribute to grant applications related to community projects.
- Support the continuous improvement of programs, processes, and participant experience.
5. Organizational Participation
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure integrated service delivery.
- Participate in La Boussole events and activities as required.
- Help promote La Boussole’s services and visibility within the community and among partners.
- Perform other related duties assigned by management.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
- Project management skills.
- Experience coordinating volunteers.
- Creativity and innovation.
- Ability to build and maintain community partnerships.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
Qualifications
- College diploma or university degree in Project Management, Community Development, Recreation Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience coordinating projects or community programs.
- Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
- Excellent written and spoken French.
- Good written and spoken English.
- Successful Criminal Record Check.
Working Conditions
- Full-time position: 36 hours per week.
- Salary: $29/hour.
- Primarily daytime schedule, with occasional evening or weekend work for activities and events.
- Vacation: Three (3) weeks of paid vacation per year.
- Sick leave: Ten (10) paid sick days per year.
- Extended health benefits: Eligibility after three (3) months of employment.
- Occasional travel for activities, client support, meetings, and partner engagement.
- Participation in La Boussole events and activities as required.
- Start date: As soon as possible.
Eligibility
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Candidates eligible under the Francophone Mobility Program are also encouraged to apply.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
La Boussole values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and newcomers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents in French through this job posting:
- A résumé (CV)
- A cover letter
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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