Canada, Saskatchewan, Saskatoon

Applications due: 04 Aug, 2025

Job Synopsis

MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

MCC is the relief, development and peace agency of the Mennonite and Be in Christ churches in North America. MCCS staff reflect MCC’s mission, beliefs and values in the workplace and in interactions with individuals, agencies and businesses in the broader community.

The Community Development position is salaried, 0.5 FTE and available on an 12-month term covering a leave starting August 18, 2025 and ending no later than August 31, 2026. The community development programming includes projects with children and youth in a multi-cultural and multi-faith community. This program seeks to build up youth, their families and community; primarily through recreation and skill building activities for at risk youth. Peacebuilding is a critical aspect of this skill development.

Job Details

Salaried Employee -Part Time at .5 FTE

Qualifications

All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active church membership; and biblical nonviolent peacemaking.

• Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience (fields of social work, child and youth development, education or social justice).
• Demonstrated commitment to community development and Christian service.
• Demonstrated ability to connect effectively with children, youth and young adults, and nurture leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to MCC’s philosophy of exchange and mutual understanding.
• Cross-cultural experience is an asset.
• Ability to plan strategically for communication, education and advocacy.
• Well-developed tools for social analysis, including equity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituency and community groups.
• Ability to write grant applications and administer grants, including managing finances.
• Strong communication skills including listening, public speaking, storytelling and writing.
• Strong interpersonal and community networking skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to take individual initiative.
• Proficiency in computer skills including: MS Office tools, e-mail, Internet searches, web-based communication including social networking tools, visual presentation tools, skype and webex.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Police check required upon hire.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Contact/Relationships:
The Coordinator will represent the Principles and Practices of MCC in the supporting constituency, to the general public, and to agencies which relate to MCCS. The Coordinator will have ability to establish, sustain and foster relationships within the structures of MCC, in the constituency, and among community partners and other interested populations. Accountability is lodged in the MCCS Program Team. Communication tasks will be done in collaboration with the Communications and Donor Relations staff.

Supervision:
This role includes regularly supervising volunteers, associate and summer staff, and practicum students.

Complexity/Competencies:
The work with children, youth and young adults takes place in multi-cultural and multi-faith contexts. The Coordinator will maintain an awareness of equity issues (race, gender, ethnicity, economics). The Coordinator will keep current understanding of the concepts and practices of community development, experiential learning, and MCC’s PSEAH and Child Protection policy (#7405). S/he will have the ability to analyze and synthesize information to understand issues, and then interpret and communicate complex and sometimes controversial issues to the public with respect and compassion.

All MCC Staff are expected to work collaboratively to create and maintain an organizational culture that prevents and responds to situations of abuse of power (sexual harassment, child abuse, racism, exploitation, and fraud among other situations). All MCC managers are expected to work collaboratively to create and maintain an organizational culture that prevents and responds to situations of abuse of power (sexual harassment, child abuse, racism, exploitation, and fraud among other situations). Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support, promote, and develop systems that maintain this environment. In collaboration with the HR Director, keep an ongoing focus on an organizational culture that ensures a safe, diverse, inclusive and professionally rewarding environment.

Independent Action:
The Coordinator will be responsible for programmatic planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting (PME&R). The Coordinator will be capable of independent judgment and action to achieve outcomes, including responsibility for a flexible work schedule, in the context of Program Team accountability.

End Result:
The MCCS constituency and related communities are engaged in learning and service opportunities related to youth. The Coordinator is well-connected to related constituency and community networks.

Duties:

• Ensure that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is exemplified in the performance of all job responsibilities and through personal example.

• Participate in regular staff meetings, spending time in devotions and prayer with all in attendance.

• Model non-violent peacemaking through daily interactions with staff and the public.

• Participate in a local church and gatherings, being willing to use his or her gifts within the local faith community.

• Participate in the development of MCC’s Strategic Plans, together with the MCCS Program Team.

• Develop and implement an annual budget, monitoring financial statements.

• Communicate program activities through traditional and emerging tools, including MCCS website, e-newsletters, video, blog, and social media in collaboration with the communications staff.

• Engage in training and resourcing opportunities to support the role and increase MCCS’s value to the constituency.

• Maintain organizational relationships with community partners including camps, schools and ministries.

• Participate in monthly Program Team meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Responsibilities**(0.5 FTE):**

• Overall

  • Develop, implement, monitor, and report on community development programming.
  • Create and maintain funding streams and partnerships to support youth and sustainable livelihoods programming.
  • Create opportunities for employment and life skills training for newcomer and Indigenous youth.
  • Create opportunities for youth to learn about: trauma, effects of violence and displacement; as well as decolonization in a Saskatchewan context.
  • Incorporate conflict resolution and peacebuilding in all programming for youth.
  • Invite constituents and MCC staff to engage in local programs and projects.

• Child/Youth Programming

  • Implement protocols that ensure MCC Saskatchewan’s full compliance with the policy PSEAH (Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and Child Protection) # 7405.
  • Manage the community development project with children and youth in the Meadowgreen area.
  • Facilitate skills building and recreational opportunities, which also teach peacebuilding and conflict resolution, for youth through online and in-person programming (as permitted).
  • Create safe space for youth of diverse backgrounds to come together for relationship building and conversations around racism, discrimination and issues affecting their lives.
  • Deliver direct programming including weekly programs and a summer camp.
  • Manage and supervise a part-time program coordinator and volunteers which includes check-ins, training/equipping and scheduling.
  • Raise funds from external sources and administer current grant funds that support child/youth programming. This includes writing grant applications; tracking expenses; liaising with MCC’s finance department; and reporting to funders on activities, impact and use of funds.
  • Create and maintain relationships with community partners.
  • Communicate work to constituents to promote awareness and raise funds.
  • Learn from newcomer youth to inform MCC’s educational work on issues of migration and displacement, and how to support newcomer work on an ongoing basis.
  • Engage constituents, volunteers, and funders in Meadowgreen programming.

Start Date

18 Aug, 2025

Term Length

12 Months

Salary Details

Base salary: $31,620

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits package is employer-paid: Supplemental Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, global medical assistance, EAP, and RRSP contributions match - starts on day 1 of employment. LTD premiums are the responsibility of the team member. Critical illness insurance available as optional, employee paid benefit.

Location Description

Saskatchewan has approximately 1.2 million people. Saskatoon, with 270,000 people, is the province’s largest city, and a major service and distribution center supporting the surrounding area with commercial, technical, agricultural, transportation, health, educational, and other public services. The city is named after the saskatoon berry, which is native to the region and is itself derived from the Cree misâskwatômina. Saskatoon is a vibrant hub that includes strong Indigenous presence as well as many newcomer communities.
The MCCS office is located in the northwest* industrial area of Saskatoon. The building accommodates MCC staff, a Material Resources Centre, a gathering place, and the offices of several related organizations. MCCS is also represented by six Thrift shops across the province, from Rosthern to Swift Current. The MCCS constituency includes 96 churches, most belonging to Mennonite Church Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches, as well as Rosthern Junior College, a Mennonite high school.

The position would be located at the MCCS Office (600 45th St W., Saskatoon).