Reports to: Neighbourhood Program, Director
Positions: 1
Type: Contract, Full-Time
Location: Leamington, Ontario
Salary: $45,500/ Year ($25 /hour)
United Way Centraide Windsor-Essex Chatham-Kent has made a promise to the community – to change the odds for children and their families so they have equal opportunities for success in school and life. We have adopted the community problem-solving approach called collective impact and have committed to working alongside community partners to realize the vision of improving population-level outcomes for children and youth from Cradle to Career.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Neighbourhood Lead, Community Connector is an enthusiastic individual who is responsible for building relationships with residents, supporting engagement efforts, and ensuring that the P2P Neighbourhoods Program is inclusive and reflects community needs. This role plays a crucial part in mobilizing local leadership, strengthening social connections, and supporting resident-driven initiatives at the neighbourhood level.
In your role as Neighbourhood Lead, Community Connector, you will be joining a team of professionals dedicated to realizing a prosperous community where all children can achieve their dreams and reach their potential. We offer a friendly and supportive work environment and embrace a lifelong learning mentality, with tailored professional development opportunities for our staff. We are committed to staff equity and inclusion and to providing a workplace where all our staff can thrive and feel they belong.
CORE COMPETENCIES & DUTIES
Core Competencies –
- Neighbourhood Familiarity: Has current or previous lived experience in the neighbourhood and a good grasp on community culture, assets and challenges.
- Mission Steward: Empowers residents by ensuring community voices shape engagement efforts and local initiatives.
- Community Collaborator: Builds trusted relationships with residents, service providers, and partners to foster collaboration.
- Values Champion: Advocates for equity, inclusion, and resident-driven change in all program activities.
- Executive Functioning: Manages multiple priorities efficiently, ensuring outreach and engagement remain accessible and impactful.
Duties – You are someone who thrives in using their knowledge and skillset to do the following:
Resident Engagement & Outreach:
- Act as a trusted liaison between residents, service providers, and local organizations.
- Facilitate door-to-door engagement, focus groups, and community meetings to understand neighbourhood priorities and elevate resident input.
- Empower residents to take leadership roles in identifying and addressing local challenges.
Community Mobilization & Leadership Development:
- Support the Community Action Network (CAN) by assisting with recruitment and ongoing initiatives.
- Help coordinate local events, advocacy efforts, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
- Guide residents in accessing local services and participating in programming.
Action Planning & Human Centred Design
- Lead the implementation of actions plans that reflect resident priorities and lived experiences.
- Facilitate resident-led discussions and workshops to identify community needs and solutions.
- Ensure programming is accessible, inclusive, and community-driven using human-centered design.
- Support residents in problem-solving and initiative development to strengthen their neighbourhoods.
- Engage residents in planning and decision-making using simple tools and materials.
- Adapt strategies based on resident feedback and program evaluation data.
Evaluation Support
- Conduct surveys and focus groups as needed.
- Work with Data and Evaluation staff to identify changes needed to program and work with Team Lead to bring forward to the Neighbourhood Advisory Committee.
- Work with the Team Lead to ensure program activities align with resident needs and feedback.
Marketing & Communications:
- Create marketing materials, social media posts, and website updates.
- Share key program updates, events, and opportunities with residents.
Technical Skills
In addition to the above, you are proficient in the use of the following technology:
- Basic Computer & Tablet Proficiency: Ability to use a laptop, tablet, and smartphone for work-related tasks, including communication, data collection, and reporting.
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word – Creating and editing reports, outreach documents, and engagement summaries. Excel – Tracking community engagement, basic data entry, and reporting. PowerPoint – Preparing presentations for community meetings and events. Outlook – Managing emails, scheduling meetings, and coordinating with stakeholders.
- Survey & Data Collection Tools: SurveyMonkey – Conducting community surveys and gathering resident feedback.
- Social Media & Community Engagement Platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X) – Posting updates, promoting events, and engaging with residents. Canva – Designing simple flyers, social media graphics, and outreach materials.
- Virtual Meeting & Collaboration Tools: Zoom / Microsoft Teams – Hosting virtual meetings, training, and engagement sessions.
EDUCATION
- A post-secondary education in a relevant field is preferred but not required
- Demonstrated experience in community-building and relationship development is most important
- Lived experience in West Windsor, Downtown Windsor, or Leamington communities is highly valued
EXPERIENCE
- Lived experience in the neighbourhood and a strong understanding of local community dynamics.
- Experience engaging with residents, supporting community initiatives, or assisting with local programs.
- Comfortable building relationships and having conversations with diverse neighbours, organizations, and service providers.
- Experience in customer service, informal leadership, advocacy, or grassroots organizing.
- Familiarity with using social media or online platforms to share community information.
- A commitment to equity, inclusion, and ensuring all residents feel welcome and heard.
- Bilingualism or experience working with multilingual communities is an asset.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & BENEFITS
Contract Details
- 12 Month Contract, with opportunity for annual renewal
- Full-Time, 35 hours per week
Working Environment & Benefits
- Work Model: This role requires predominantly in person working hours with some virtual. There will be evening and weekend work as needed.
- Travel Requirements: Candidates must have reliable access to transportation to attend work at designated locations. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the UWWECK travel policy.
- Background Check: A police clearance, including a vulnerable sector check, is mandatory for successful candidates. This process will be conducted in compliance with all relevant privacy laws to ensure the confidentiality and protection of personal information.
- Employee Benefits: Enrollment in the United Way benefits plan.
APPLICATION PROCESS & ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have the above-mentioned qualifications, please submit your resume and cover letter by 12:00PM, May, 3rd, 2025, to career@weareunited.com. We thank all applicants for their interest.
United Way recognizes that a diverse team strengthens our impact. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ candidates, and those with lived experiences relevant to our mission.
If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at careers@weareunited.com to ensure an inclusive recruitment experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit:
- A resume and cover letter outlining your leadership experience and alignment with United Way’s mission.
- Shortlisted candidates will be scheduled in for a 15 min screening phone or virtual call.
- Selected candidates will be invited to an interview.
- Candidates will be asked to provide two references (one supervisory and one community-based).
- Final candidates will be required to complete a police background check in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies. A prior record does not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and United Way will consider relevant factors to ensure a fair assessment.
- Applications should be sent to careers@weareunited.com by 12:00PM, on May 3rd, 2025.
Last updated on April 24, 2025