[CivicAccess-discuss] Position: Project Manager for the Community Information and Mapping System Project

[Tracey P. Lauriault]

*Hey gang;*

*I would normally not circulate a job posting on the list, but had to
circulate this one!  These folks are living and doing on a day to day level
what we aspire to achieve on this list.  If you know someone or if you are
interested please forward an application.  They are a bilingual
organization.*

*Cheers*

*t*

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*Position: **Project Manager for the Community Information and Mapping
System Project*

*Conditions: *

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   *8 month contract** *
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   *35 hours per week at $50,000 per annum** pro-rated *

The Social Planning Council of Ottawa (SPCO) is an independent, non-profit
charity working with the community for over 80 years to address social
issues and improve quality of life in Ottawa. We are a unique one-stop
resource for independent social research, community based planning, and
community development support for individuals, organizations and networks
creating positive change. To learn more about Social Planning Council of
Ottawa go to: www.spcottawa.on.ca

*Description of the Position*:

The Project Manager is responsible to implement a new project of the SPCO
called the Community Information and Mapping System (CIMS).

The CIMS is an on-line data and mapping infrastructure for the voluntary
sector in Ontario, through which groups can combine their own data with
other information relevant to them, and support each other in community
based research activities. The initiative is based on a population health
framework, specifically, the non-medical determinants of health. It is
developed in the tradition of participatory GIS initiatives, and will
include a consortium of fee paying users.

The Project Manager will play a leadership role in the implementation of the
CIMS. The main areas of responsibility are:

   1.

   To work with community partners and the technology consultants to ensure
   the web-based infrastructure is implemented and meets the needs of end users
   2.

   To develop partnerships, especially marketing to potential members
   3.

   To manage and monitor the first collaborative research project within the
   CIMS
   4.

   To design and implement the CIMS training and supports which will assist
   the capacity of community organizations to use data and mapping in their
   research, planning and evaluation
   5.

   To develop and manage the CIMS website
   6.

   To provide support for the collaborative governance structure

This position demands excellent knowledge of website development, geomatics
and either collaborative community based research processes or community
development / community education processes. As well, the candidate will
need a good understanding of the reality of the voluntary sector, especially
community and health organizations in Eastern Ontario.

 *Requirements*:

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   Good knowledge of geomatics
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   Website development experience
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   Experience in marketing
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   Knowledge of a broad range of social and economic issues, particularly
   population health
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   Experience in project management to achieve expected results on time and
   within available resources;
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   Bilingual (French / English)
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   Experience working effectively with volunteers, professionals and
   community groups;
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   Masters degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Social Work, Public Policy,
   Population Health, Environmental Studies or related field, or five years
   related experience;
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   Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team
   approach;
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   Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of consultants, student
   placements, and volunteers;
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   High level of computer literacy including database management, social
   statistics software (e.g., SPSS, PCensus, and Beyond 20/20), communication
   tools and ArcGIS;
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   Excellent writing, organizational, and presentation skills.

*Experience in any of the following are assets:*

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   Good knowledge of voluntary sector and health stakeholders, particularly
   related to the non-medical determinants of health
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   Good knowledge of the voluntary and health sectors in Eastern Ontario
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   Knowledge of research and evaluation methodologies, frameworks and ethics
   relevant to the voluntary and health sectors (re. non-medical determinants
   of health)
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   Knowledge of a non-official language
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   Provision of IT support
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   Experience in quantitative data analysis
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   Experience negotiating data sharing agreements and protocols
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   Data initiatives related to environmental issues
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   Ability to deal with multidisciplinary social policy issues and to relate
   research to community initiatives;

Please submit your curriculum vitae to:

Hiring Committee

Social Planning Council of Ottawa

501-280 Metcalfe Street

Ottawa, Ontario

K2P 1R7

E-mail: *office at spcottawa.on.ca*

Fax: 613-236-7060

*Closing Date: ** Friday, April 3, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.*

We regret that no phone calls can be taken with respect to this position and
only those offered an interview will be contacted.

The SPCO is an equal opportunity employer.


-- 
Tracey P. Lauriault
613-234-2805
https://gcrc.carleton.ca/confluence/display/GCRCWEB/Lauriault
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