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[Tami Starlight]

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*Tami M. Starlight*
Unceded & occupied Coast Salish Territory
Vancouver, Canada
tamistarlight at gmail.com



[image: dtewclogo1]                                    *Centre Coordinator*
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*The Centre Coordinator works in partnership with the Management Team
reporting to the Board of Directors.  She is responsible for the overall
management of the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC).  She will ensure
that the services, programs and projects work toward the mission and
mandate of the society. *

*ROLE SUMMARY*:  The Centre Coordinator adopts and promotes the principles
and philosophy of the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre.  In partnership
with the Fund Development Coordinator, the Centre Coordinator is
responsible for the overall administration of the organization including
responsibility for the centre’s financial management,  policy and strategy
development and performance, human resources, and works closely with and
serves as a consultant to the Board of Directors. The Centre Coordinator
reports directly to the Board of Directors.  She will ensure that the
services, programs and projects work toward the mission and statement of
principles of the society.  ****

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*Centre Operations:*  Coordinate the day to day centre operations ensuring
DEWC policies and procedures are maintained within services and programs
which includes maintaining an open-door policy with Centre members and
community volunteers.****

*Human Resources*:  Working with Human Resources Administrator, oversees
all aspects of Human Resources ensuring personnel practices are up-to-date
and in line with the mission and mandate of the DEWC as well as the
collective agreement and other relevant policies and legislation.
Supervises staff programs in accordance with funding contracts and DEWC
prioritize. Conducts discipline up to and including employment terminations
and handling of grievances.****

*Administration/Governance*:  Ensures compliance with governance and
society requirements. Liaises with and provides support to the Board of
Directors and Committees.  Ensure regular strategic planning and
organizational development and oversees implementation..****

*Financial*:  Reviews and approves payables including staff wages and
benefits ensuring compliance with the DEWC operating budget, governing
documents, and board policy.  Liaises with Finance Committee to ensure that
funds are expended in accordance with the society’s policy, budgetary
authority and the funding agreements****

*Programming/Community*:  Represent the DEWC on committees and community
processes that address issues affecting women within the DTES.  Advocate
for positions/issues that are identified by and effect women within the
community. Participates in the coordination of special events and in-centre
programming****

In collaboration with the management and staff teams, reviews DEWC programs
and services to ensure they meet policy guidelines, funding contracts, and
reflect established priorities.  Assist in the Drop-In program as necessary.
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*QUALIFICATIONS:*

**·         **Significant experience in non-profit management position,
preferably in a unionized environment with at least 3 years experience in a
Human Resource management or a combination of education and experience.****

**·         **Program development and supervision skills and/or experience *
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**·         **Knowledge and understanding of the issues, (anti oppression,
racism and addictions), that effect women in the DTES, with a particular
awareness of the struggles of aboriginal women, women of colour and women
with disabilities.****

**·         **Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, mediation and negotiation
skills****

**·         **Experience working with other agencies, service users, boards
of directors, staff and volunteers****

**·         **Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict
resolution skills****

**·         **Women with a history of addictions must be 2 years clean and
sober.****

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*Aboriginal women and women of colour are strongly encouraged to apply.*

Send cover letter and resume to Centre Coordinator Hiring Committee and
email to centre at dewc.ca****

*Application closing:  Friday June 1st, 2012 at 5:00pm*

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For a Candidate Information Package please send email request to
centre at dewc.ca****

*No phone calls please.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be
contacted.*

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