United Way Centraide North East Ontario (UWCNEO)

Career Opportunity

Labour Engagement Officer 

The Labour Engagement Officer (LEO) at UWCNEO champions & inspires union members & citizens to work together to build better communities for everyone. Supporting all aspects of the relationship between UWCNEO & organized Labour, the LEO, with guidance from UWCNEO and the Canadian Labour Congress, will;

Foster strong partnerships between the Sudbury, North Bay, & Kapuskasing District Labour Councils, Canadian Labour Congress affiliated unions, organized Labour, & UWCNEO.

Support labour involvement in UWCNEO’s Board of Directors, Labour Executive, Always United Group, Campaign Cabinet & other volunteer roles leading United Way’s work.

Engage with unions, unionized workplaces & union locals, volunteers, and stakeholders, to develop & support engagement & fundraising initiatives that contribute to strengthening cultures & community relationships.

Identify innovative opportunities for United Way & Labour to collaborate on programs & partnerships that benefit our communities.

Foster & build strategic partnerships to ensure we make a meaningful difference in our communities.

Promote 211.

Develop, coordinate, & facilitate Labour Community Advocate education & training curricula for union workers & communities in NE Ontario.

Qualifications:

You are a self-driven, goal-oriented individual who is passionate about working collectively to make a difference in people’s lives. You will have a solid understanding the Labour movement & an awareness & understanding of community issues. A strongly collaborative team player, you are able to recognize strategic opportunities & can build & sustain strong relationships.

You will also possess the following attributes:

A minimum of a Grade 12 or equivalent; post-secondary education in Labour Studies will be considered asset an asset.

3 plus years involvement with a union as an active member & a current member in good standing.

Demonstrated commitment through volunteering or other activities.

Demonstrated project/program management skills, excellent organizational & communication skills, ability to lead meetings & make presentations to large groups.

Experience with public speaking, with demonstrated competencies in developing, organizing, & facilitating labour & social issues related curriculum an asset.

Proficient in online meeting platforms for hosting meetings, outreach, & facilitation methods.

Experience with database & application software, engagement with social media platforms, & demonstrate intermediate Excel, Word, Outlook, & PowerPoint skills.

Bilingualism (French/English) an asset.

Access to a reliable vehicle & clean drivers abstract.

Ability to work a flexible work schedule with some evenings & weekends.

This full-time position is based in our Sudbury office.

About United Way:

For over 40 years, UWCNEO has been a part of the social fabric that connects & mobilizes our community. Our strength is bringing people together & improving community conditions. Our efforts span the entire North East District as we address complex issues, invest in the most impactful programs, & advocate for our most vulnerable citizens.

UWCNEO was established in 1982 in Sudbury when USW Local 6500 & Vale (then Inco) worked together to lead the first fundraising campaign. Over 40 years later, UWCNEO has raised & invested more than $50 million into NE Ontario.  Labour remains a strong supporter of United Ways across the country, with labour representatives sitting on UW Boards, volunteering, fundraising & more.

What UWCNEO offers:

Starting Wage of $53,000 to $55,000, depending on experience.

Full benefit package.

Participation in DB Pension Plan.

The LEO will work 35 hours a week with the hours being flexible to meet the needs of the program. A typical work week is from Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30. Some travel may be required.

UWCNEO is an equal opportunity employer & is strongly committed to a workforce & Board that reflects the diversity of the populations we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including applicants from all cultures, racialized communities, abilities, diverse sexual & gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare.

UWCNEO thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.