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Business Relations Specialist
Location:
Toronto, ON
Description:
Leave of AbsenceHours: 35 hours per weekStart/end date: ASAP – August 16, 2024, with possibility of extensionPosting Date: February 7, 2024Reference Number: CLNU-2024-02Deadline to apply: Open until filledCultureLink is a Not for Profit Charity settlement and community organization with 35 years of experience in developing and delivering services to meet the needs of diverse communities. Passionate about providing innovative services, we adapt to changes and create new programs that best respond to and address our clients’ specific needs.Our team of more than 70 staff members, speaking more than 30 languages, is dedicated, knowledgeable, and multicultural. We serve around 10,000 participants on average each year.Our services connect cultures to build welcoming communities. We assist newcomers looking for employment, help families navigate the school system, and provide youth with the skills necessary for bright and successful futures. We support refugees and bring together new and established Canadians.Job Summary:The Youth Employment Skills Strategy program (YESS) provides employment related settlement services for youth (15-30). The YESS program provides services including promotion, outreach, needs assessment and referrals, information and orientation, employment related workshops, individual coaching, job placement support, job retention support, facilitating and monitoring mentoring matches. The Business Relations Specialist is responsible for the successful implementation of the YESS program, achieving committed output and outcomes.The purpose of the position is to provide one-on-one coaching, support, and oversight to the YESS team consisting of 3+ direct reports, to ensure effective delivery of the program’s initiatives. In addition, the role will build, strengthen and coordinate business (employer) relations activities atCultureLink, by strengthening existing employer relationships and building new partnerships. On-site presence as well as periodic visits to business partners is required.Duties:Working closely with management team, staff, and business partners the Business Relations Specialist will:Program Leadership Manage all aspects of Program delivery Design, collect, and analyze data to assess community needs, to support program development efforts Identify CultureLink’s business needs, develop and implement results-oriented marketing and engagement strategy to employers Oversee tracking of all information using appropriate tracking tools, compilation of statistics and submission of reports as required Provide support to staff, addressing concerns or recommendations with regards to the program Responsible for setting performance parameters, monitoring of individual achievements and, conducting performance evaluations Mentor, support and develop team members through coaching and direction on training and development opportunities Programs Operations Ensure that staff are well equipped to provide clients with the necessary training and coaching to meet the recruitment needs of identified employers Liaise with external stakeholders and lead all employer focused events such as networking events, mentoring events, employer panels, job fairs etc. Lead, facilitate and perform program administration and HR related tasks relating to staff and management of physical resources and facilities Relationships Management Represent CultureLink to program stakeholders and partners, liaising with businesses to identify various corporate engagement opportunities including creation of employment/placement/job shadowing opportunities, and participating in networking/mentoring events Have an exceptional aptitude towards forming connections with diverse business partners and corporations Other Duties Any other duties assigned Required Work Capacities: . Physical Demands: sitting at desk for computer work (50% of the workday) and meetings; lifting (files, laptop and program supplies up to 5kg); working in an open office Non-physical demands: travel between worksites; businesses/community partners, monthly deadlines, variety of tasks; some evening and weekend work required Social/emotional demands: teamwork; relationships/network-building; working closely with clients and staff Cognitive/mental demands: attention to detail; multitasking; organizational ability/time management, adaptability, sound judgement Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Public Relations, Business Administration and/or any relevant field. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in program delivery/management, business relations and/or employment services Minimum of two (2) years of experience directly supervising a team Knowledge of program design, and evaluation Sensitivity and understanding of newcomer issues Strong oral and written communication skills Experience in a unionized environment is an asset Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening with the past six months; Legally entitled to work in Canada
Company:
Culturelink
Posted:
February 12 on Canadajobs
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