Junior Community Development Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
Nepean Housing Corporation is seeking a Junior Community Development Coordinator to support tenant-focused programs and events across our housing communities. The position involves promoting and delivering programming, engaging directly with tenants, supporting communications (e.g., flyers, social media), and helping with administrative and logistical tasks. It’s ideal for someone dependable, people-oriented, and eager to grow within a community-driven team.
This is a temporary contract position with potential for permanent employment.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a mission-driven, supportive team committed to enhancing tenant well-being through vibrant community programming.
What You’ll Do:
- Help plan and run activities like craft groups, BBQs, and workshops for residents of all ages
- Promote programs through door-to-door outreach, social media, and bulletin boards (using Canva, Microsoft Office, etc.)
- Build strong tenant relationships and foster inclusive participation
- Handle on-site logistics like room setup, registration, supply procurement, and attendance tracking
- Support communications, outreach, and basic website updates
- Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and community partners
- Other duties may include supporting corporate events and perform related tasks as assigned
What We’re Looking For:
- Certificate or diploma in event management, community development, recreation, social services, communications, or a related field.
- Equivalent relevant experience will also be considered. 1-3 years' experience in community programming, events, customer service, or outreach
- Strong people skills, reliability, and ability to work semi-independently
- Comfortable using Office, Canva, social media, and basic website tools
- A diploma/certificate in community development, events, social services, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Daily access to a personal vehicle (required) with mileage reimbursed
- Criminal reference check required.
Additional Information
- Optional membership in the OMERS pension plan, with NHC matching contributions 100%
- 4% vacation pay paid out
- Work hours are 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with 1 hour lunch break between 12:00-1:00 PM (unpaid)
- Occasional Wednesday evening shifts for in-person programming or events
Work Location
- This position is primarily based at our main office located at 16 Kilbarron Road. However, it also involves travel to various locations in the West End of Ottawa. We pay mileage for work-related travel. Any increase in car insurance premium related to using your vehicle for work will also be reimbursed.
Nepean Housing Corporation welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. If you need accommodation during the application process or want more information, please contact us and we will work with you to address your needs. We are committed to representing the diversity of our community. If you’re adaptable, proactive, and want to support a community-focused organization, we’d love to hear from you!
About Nepean Housing Corporation
Incorporated in 1984, Nepean Housing Corporation (NHC) builds and maintains affordable rental housing for a diverse population with low to modest income. All our communities are situated within various neighbourhoods of Nepean. We offer market and rent geared-to-income (RGI) housing.
As a non-profit operation, Nepean Housing relies on government funding and strategic partnerships to provide and maintain a quality and effective offering to its residents and the community. With a management board of ten and employing 13 full-time staff, Nepean Housing and its residents take pride in its growth to over 500 rental units which are built on the premise of promoting strong, healthy, sustainable communities through leadership, corporate excellence, and community values.
Junior Community Development Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
Nepean Housing Corporation is seeking a Junior Community Development Coordinator to support tenant-focused programs and events across our housing communities. The position involves promoting and delivering programming, engaging directly with tenants, supporting communications (e.g., flyers, social media), and helping with administrative and logistical tasks. It’s ideal for someone dependable, people-oriented, and eager to grow within a community-driven team.
This is a temporary contract position with potential for permanent employment.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a mission-driven, supportive team committed to enhancing tenant well-being through vibrant community programming.
What You’ll Do:
- Help plan and run activities like craft groups, BBQs, and workshops for residents of all ages
- Promote programs through door-to-door outreach, social media, and bulletin boards (using Canva, Microsoft Office, etc.)
- Build strong tenant relationships and foster inclusive participation
- Handle on-site logistics like room setup, registration, supply procurement, and attendance tracking
- Support communications, outreach, and basic website updates
- Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and community partners
- Other duties may include supporting corporate events and perform related tasks as assigned
What We’re Looking For:
- Certificate or diploma in event management, community development, recreation, social services, communications, or a related field.
- Equivalent relevant experience will also be considered. 1-3 years' experience in community programming, events, customer service, or outreach
- Strong people skills, reliability, and ability to work semi-independently
- Comfortable using Office, Canva, social media, and basic website tools
- A diploma/certificate in community development, events, social services, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Daily access to a personal vehicle (required) with mileage reimbursed
- Criminal reference check required.
Additional Information
- Optional membership in the OMERS pension plan, with NHC matching contributions 100%
- 4% vacation pay paid out
- Work hours are 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with 1 hour lunch break between 12:00-1:00 PM (unpaid)
- Occasional Wednesday evening shifts for in-person programming or events
Work Location
- This position is primarily based at our main office located at 16 Kilbarron Road. However, it also involves travel to various locations in the West End of Ottawa. We pay mileage for work-related travel. Any increase in car insurance premium related to using your vehicle for work will also be reimbursed.
Nepean Housing Corporation welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. If you need accommodation during the application process or want more information, please contact us and we will work with you to address your needs. We are committed to representing the diversity of our community. If you’re adaptable, proactive, and want to support a community-focused organization, we’d love to hear from you!
About Nepean Housing Corporation
Incorporated in 1984, Nepean Housing Corporation (NHC) builds and maintains affordable rental housing for a diverse population with low to modest income. All our communities are situated within various neighbourhoods of Nepean. We offer market and rent geared-to-income (RGI) housing.
As a non-profit operation, Nepean Housing relies on government funding and strategic partnerships to provide and maintain a quality and effective offering to its residents and the community. With a management board of ten and employing 13 full-time staff, Nepean Housing and its residents take pride in its growth to over 500 rental units which are built on the premise of promoting strong, healthy, sustainable communities through leadership, corporate excellence, and community values.