We are looking for a skilled professional, with superior writing, analytical and coordination skills to support CHRA’s work in programs, policy, advocacy and member services. The Program Officer will work closely with CHRA’s senior staff, especially the Director of Policy and Programs, and will support a wide range of activities, including CHRA’s Annual Congress, webinars, caucuses and committees.

This is a mid-level position with ample opportunity to work independently, assume responsibility and make a difference in the housing and homelessness sector in Canada. We are seeking an individual with pride in what they undertake and confidence in knowing what needs to get done next and how to go about doing it.

Responsibilities

• Policy, Advocacy and Research
  • Conducts policy analysis and background briefing papers for current and emerging issues in housing, homelessness and related issues.
  • Drafts reports, synopses, briefing notes and other written pieces for internal and external audiences.
  • Tracks government legislation and initiatives affecting affordable housing and homelessness sector.
  • Monitors Hansard, stakeholder and media activity regarding the issues.
  • Prepares formal correspondence for MPs, national stakeholders, etc.
  • Support CHRA’s advocacy program by coordinating lobby days, arranging meetings, preparing backgrounders, handling the logistics for grassroots approaches and campaigns.

• Annual Congress
  • Arrange and coordinate the participation of speakers, sponsors and other VIPs at Congress
  • Prepare session descriptions and speaker biographies.
  • Liaise with session moderators, preparing and providing introductory notes.
  • Coordinate Congress “mobile tours,” with responsibility for site liaison and all related logistics.
  • Work with communications staff to develop written Congress materials, such as promotional bulletins and media releases.
  • Handle on-site coordination of identified Congress logistics including troubleshooting unexpected developments.

• Webinars
  • Research potential topics and speakers for a series of 6 to 8 webinars annually.
  • Invite, coordinate and prep webinar speakers including technical trial runs.
  • Research targeted audiences for marketing and promotion.
  • Work with communications staff to develop promotional materials.

• Member and Program Support
  • Provide support for the activities of the CHRA Board of Directors, caucuses and committees such as the Aboriginal Caucus, the National Network of Community Advisory Boards, the Congress Local Host Committee and the Awards committee including the preparation of agendas and minutes, distribution lists etc.
  • Draft and post content for the website.
  • Provide content for CHRA’s biweekly newsletter, Dispatch.

• Other duties and responsibilities may be required from time to time as needed to assist in the management of the office

Requirements

• Post-Secondary education in a relevant field, e.g. public administration, political science, sociology, communications; a graduate degree would be an asset.
• Superior writing skills, with excellent coordination and communication skills.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a small office environment, preferably with a non-profit or membership organization.
• Understanding of the Canadian parliamentary system and political process.
• Proficient computer skills with all office software, web content management systems and social media.
• Team player, with the ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of housing policy in Canada an asset
• English and French.

Starting salary: $45,000 with excellent vacation and benefits package.

Deadline to apply: October 10.

Those who are interested may send a e-mail with an attached resume to Parliamentary Research Assistant Jesse Coady at Elizabeth.May.A3@parl.gc.ca.

This award is valued at $500.00
Deadline: February 3rd, 2014

The application form may be downloaded here: http://www.redquillbooks.com/Grants_Scholarships.html

This project was part of their coursework for Carleton’s Grad Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation (DPE).

The students were reviewing the impact of a water system that had been installed in two of eight villages that were set up for repatriated Burundians refugees from Tanzania and the Congo.

The Mallory Grant is meant to inspire continued interest in the parliamentary system of government. The purposes of the grant are: to sponsor original research on parliamentary institutions in general and parliamentary government at the federal, provincial and territorial levels in Canada in particular; to promote the publication of such research in the publications of the Canadian Study of Parliament Group (CSPG); and to foster a broader understanding of parliamentary government and institutions among interested Canadians.

Applications are encouraged from informed observers of parliamentary institutions including academics, journalists, professionals and others with a demonstrable research background. The grant enables the recipient to employ research assistance, to acquire unique resources necessary for carrying out the research, and/or to spend research time at the Parliament in Ottawa and/or at the legislatures in the provincial and territorial capitals.

Further information is available on the CSPG Website:

http://www.studyparliament.ca/English/pdf/MalloryGrantSep2013-e.pdf

http://www.studyparliament.ca/English/awards_en.htm

www.smu.ca/ids

Critical Development & Environment Summer Field School

St. Vincent and the Grenadines

May 4 to 17, 2014

For Master’s Students & 4000 Level Undergraduate Students (3.0 credit)

Vulnerable states have faced multiple global crises recently: financial meltdown, the expansion of uneven free trade agreements, and the alarming rate of climate change. The Eastern Caribbean lies on the razor’s edge of these crises: its tourism industries hit by financial chaos; its traditional exports weakened by the decline of preferential trade; and its small island economies hit disproportionately by natural disasters and rising sea levels. At the same time, states and social movements have fought against these trends with unique development alternatives and forms of regional cooperation devoted to sustainable development, health, and education. St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is ideally suited for an exploration of the challenges of:

• the decline of preferential trade & rise of “free trade”
• fair trade bananas & other new agroexports
• new forms of South-South cooperation (ALBA, Petrocaribe…)
• (eco)tourism & the construction of SVG’s first international airport
• human development & the “post-colonial” Caribbean state
• climate change in small island developing states
• biodiversity conservation in marine & terrestrial environments

INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Gavin Fridell (course co-ordinator), Dr. Kate Ervine, Mr. Cecil Ryan (Projects Promotion Ltd). The course includes local speakers from government and social movements and is in partnership with the SVG Community College and the Critical Development Studies (CDS) network.

COST: $990.00     

Includes: accommodation, breakfasts, tours, and all costs associated with classes and instruction

Does not include:

• Tuition (standard SMU domestic and international tuition fees apply. See: http://www.smu.ca/servicecentre/ttn_undergrad.html)
• Return Airfare (From Halifax to SVG, approximately $1300-1600)
• Lunches, suppers, and basic incidentals

Course is contingent on enrollment. Students outside SMU are welcome. Registration limited.

For registration and further details, please contact Gavin.Fridell@SMU.ca. or go to: http://www.smu.ca/academic/arts/ids/news.html.

Company/Division: Public Health Agency of Canada

JOB ID: 33771

Number of Positions: 1

Location of Work: Ottawa, ON (785 Carling Ave.)

Duration of job: 4 months

Job Description:

The Public Health Agency of Canada (Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention, Program Performance Section) is looking for a student at the graduate level to assist with a variety of performance measurement projects. As a junior analyst, you will be required to assist with qualitative and quantitative research projects, assist with the development of performance measurement strategies including logic models and performance measurement frameworks, and assist with note taking, meeting coordination, and various other administrative duties. You should have qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis skills, good organizational skills, be a team player, be flexible, and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of program evaluation and performance measurement within the context of the federal public service would be considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates who have an interest in working in the area of performance measurement and/or evaluation.

Targeted Clusters

• All MA Graduate programs

Targeted Clusters and Programs:

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Financial and Business Analysis
• International Development
• Program/Project Administration
• Qualitative Research

Targeted Programs:

• Master of Arts – European, Russian and Eurasian Studies
• Master of Arts, International Affairs
• Master of Arts, Political Science
• Master of Arts, Public Administration

Application Deadline: September 23, 2013, 11:59PM

How to Apply:

Students can apply on myCo-op through this link https://mycareer.carleton.calmyAccount/co-op/coopjobs

The Bounce Back program is a peer-to-peer retention program designed to provide support and encouragement to first-year students struggling academically. Bounce back, entering its third year 2013-14, is a nine week program beginning at the start of the winter semester and concluding at the end of March, although Facilitators will also be participating in training sessions beginning in the fall.

This is an hourly paid position and a great opportunity for students looking to gain experience on campus.

Applications are due on October 1st by 4 PM to the Student Experience Office in 430 TB.