(Full-time Contract until March 31, 2028)

CCS is a settlement agency providing a wide range of services to immigrants and refugees regardless of race, religion or immigration status.

We aresearching for a Project Lead who will be responsible for the establishment and implementation of the Bridge Together project. The incumbent will be responsible for hiring project staff and consultants, setting up the program delivery structure, further develop an Advisory Table, work with the consultant for establishing the project evaluation process and completing an evaluation report on the project findings.

If you want to your skills, experience, and talents to an organization that is making a difference in the lives of newcomers then this is the opportunity for you!

Why join us?

We ensure our employees are reflective of the diverse clientele that we serve. We thrive on supporting our community, performing meaningful work, learning from our colleagues, making a difference and having fun!

What do we offer?

We offer competitive compensation, paid sick time, learning and development opportunities, employee recognition programs, and a great workplace culture!

#What you will be doing?

• Lead all project staff and consultants throughout project delivery, including outreach, maintaining strong stakeholder relations, and ensuring the project meets contractual requirements and deliverable timelines.
• Lead the Advisory Table meetings and activities, comprised of representatives from Service Provider Organizations (SPOs), refugee sponsorship groups, and resettled refugees.
• Work with consultants and vendors to assist with framework development, testing and refinement; support the review, update, and implementation of the project’s evaluation plan; work with developers in creating, testing, and updating the project’s platform.
• Maintain a structured feedcollection process and establish clear and effective communication channels.
• Analyze challenges faced by service providers, refugee sponsorship groups, and resettled refugees, and collaboratively devise solutions to bridge service gaps.
• Develop and share need-based tools and resource guides
• Effectively develop and use digital platforms to share information.
• Supervise, direct and evaluate the work of the project team (Project staff and consultants)

What are we looking for?

• University degree or a combination of relevant education and experience
• 3 to 5 years of experience, preferably in a non-profit or community sector environment, with a focus on settlement, sponsorship group community, and refugee support
• Minimum of two years of experience managing and leading teams
• Strong knowledge of government funding processes
• Experience writing proposals and managing government funding
• Experience facilitating capacity –building activities and developing leadership skills in others
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the newcomer and refugee service delivery sector
• Knowledge of community engagement and capacity-building processes
• Ability to build and maintain productive partnerships with diverse stakeholders

**Location:**Peel and Toronto, ON

Compensation:$35.31 to $39.31 based on experience

Hours of work: 35 hours per week, including evenings, weekends and occasional overtime as required.

**How to apply:**Please refer to the CCS job portal on https://ccs.sutihr.com/jobs requisition code P457

**Application Deadline:**Until Filled

**CCS is committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the populations we serve. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion.**We encourage qualified candidates from Indigenous, Black and other racialized persons, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities to consider working with and for CCS.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact hr@ccscan.ca for assistance.

We strongly encourage all those who are interested to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement**!**

Screening & Vacancy Information:

CCS does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for candidate screening. This position is for a current, active vacancy.