Renfrew County Committee for Abused Women
Employment Opportunity

Public Education Coordinator
To coordinate county-wide public education programs on
violence against women to schools and community groups

May 2010 – March 2011/Part-Time Contract – 602 Hours

See Job Description Below

Submit cover letter and resume to:
RCCAW – Hiring Committee
c/o valiquettej@renfrewhosp.com

Closing date: April 23, 2010 4:00PM

Interviews to be held April 29, 2010

We appreciate your interest in VAW work
however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

 

Job Description
Public Education Coordinator (Contract)
May 2010 – March 2011 Part-Time
602 Hours Flex-Time ($12,040.00 inclusive)

Reporting to: Chair of the Sexual Assault/Public Awareness Sub-Committee of the RCCAW

Responsibilities and Key Duties

  1. To coordinate a sexual assault prevention project in 2 Renfrew County High Schools
  2. To coordinate/provide county-wide education, and training to raise awareness of violence against women and children through established project plans
  3. To enhance community knowledge of Renfrew County violence against women services and how to access services
  4. To coordinate outreach to school, youth, military, francophone and aboriginal communities
  5. To coordinate the RCCAW Web Site
  6. To enhance the ‘Neighbours, Friends and Families’ (NFF) media campaign and distribution of materials in Renfrew County www.neighboursfriendsandfamilies.on.ca 
  7. To communicate and consult on a regular basis with the chair of the Sexual Assault/Public Awareness(SAPAW) Sub-Committee of the RCCAW through weekly telephone consults, monthly reports and budget reviews and participating in SAPAW meetings
  8. To perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills Required

  1. Thorough knowledge of feminist analysis of violence against women
  2. Thorough knowledge of the aims, philosophy and goals of the RCCAW and a commitment to these issues
  3. Experience in violence against women project coordination
  4. Thorough knowledge and experience in effective public education techniques with youth
  5. Thorough understanding of media relations and ability to deal effectively with media, press conferences and press releases
  6. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.  French an asset
  7. Internet and computer proficiency. Understanding of website design an asset.
  8. Demonstrated initiative and leadership skills
  9. Ability to work independently
  10. Ability to work to deadlines
  11. Ability to organize and analyze quickly
  12. Knowledge of Renfrew County resources
  13. Ability to travel throughout Renfrew County, work some weekends and evenings
  14. Ability to work harmoniously with groups and individuals from diverse perspectives and experience
  15. Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required
  16. Access to computer and internet in a confidential setting