What can you expect from joining a leading organization in the global movement to advance children’s rights and equality for girls?

We are one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and here’s why: together, we have created a climate of trust and inclusivity – where diversity in people, ideas and approaches is not only respected, it’s encouraged.

Amidst the uncertainty of COVID-19, these qualities have come to the forefront as our organization evolves to remain agile. Though we will evolve in many respects, our mission and strategic ambition will not change – and our work has never been so imperative. We will never stop believing in the multiplying power of girls and that every child deserves that right to learn, lead, decide and thrive. Our future success will be founded upon Plan International Canada’s 80+ year history of focusing on our mission, our core values, responding to challenges and seizing opportunities with purpose, relevance and impact.

Summary

Organization:

Plan International Canada

Reports to:

Manager, Youth Engagement

Location:

Toronto (Hybrid)

Status:

Full-time, 16-week Contract (April 24 – Sept 1, 2023)

Hourly Rate:

$15.5/hour - $30,225/Annum

Contact level with Children: A

The Position

Program Execution:

Support in special events planning and logistics
Execute the developed outreach plan to promote the Girls Belong Here Program and other youth-focused programming and grow the number of participants
Support with managing the Girls Belong Here application and selection process
Support with the development of digital and in-person workshops and trainings for youth including our annual Girls Belong Here orientations, leveraging an interactive, experiential learning framework adapted to meet the diverse needs of young people
Create youth-friendly resources to support young people in Canada in their skill and knowledge development
Prepare internal and external communications, resources and reports tailored to stakeholders
Support to coordinating logistics for program implementation such as travel booking, expense submissions, mailings, and other tasks as required
Youth Alumni Network Development:
Support in setting up and establishing a Youth Alumni Network for Plan International Canada
Support in developing an outreach plan to promote the registration in the Youth Alumni Network
Support in creating youth-friendly resources to facilitate the onboarding of the first cohort of the Youth Alumni members
Other:
Ensure safeguarding standards and other youth engagement principles are upheld in all aspects of programming
Provide general administrative support as needed

What success looks like?

Successful outreach, recruitment, and selection process for Girls Belong Here participants implemented ensuring strong incorporation of an equity, diversity, and inclusion lens throughout the process
Execution of an interactive and experiential training that sets up Girls Belong Here participants for success in the program, ensuring they are well prepared for networking and career development opportunities
Creation of youth-friendly resources and communications to support Plan International Canada’s youth engagement programming and digital communities
Facilitation and support of workshops, events and trainings related to Plan International Canada’s youth engagement programming
Safeguarding and other youth engagement principles are upheld in all aspects of work

As our ideal candidate you will have:

Significant knowledge and understanding of how to engage diverse populations young people throughout Canada to support program growth in an inclusive manner
Experience planning and/or facilitating effective, interactive, and experiential youth programming in a virtual capacity
Experience developing comprehensive resources to support skill and knowledge building amongst youth population
Strong project management and organizational skills Excellent communication skills in both oral and written format paired with the ability to build lasting relationships with diverse and high-profile stakeholders, including government officials.
A demonstrated commitment and passion for supporting Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in your own work and in broader organizational and sector initiatives
An adaptable work style with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving work culture.
A passion for mission driven work and personal values aligned with those of Plan International Canada’s values.

How to Apply:

To express interest in this exciting opportunity at Plan International Canada, please apply with your resume and cover letter to https://plancanada.ca/apply by March 16, 2023.

Plan International Canada is a hybrid workplace. You will work from the office and from home.

Plan International Canada hires based on merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and to providing an inclusive workplace. Plan International Canada especially welcomes applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

If you have a disability that may affect your ability to perform in a role in which you are interested, we will be happy to discuss with you what adjustments or arrangements we can make to accommodate your needs. If your disability is likely to affect you adversely within the application process itself, please let us know (as soon as you feel comfortable to do so) by emailing gethired@plancanada.ca so that we can consider any adjustments to the process that will allow you to be considered fairly for the role.

Consistent with our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the work term. Proof of eligibility will be required.

Opportunities from Plan International Canada

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