Current Opportunities
Program Coordinator
The Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA) is seeking an experienced Program Coordinator. The successful candidate will work directly with the Executive Team to assist to develop a Black youth led mental wellness program communications and administrative tasks for our mental health projects/initiatives.
The candidate would have to learn about our mandate, mission, values, internal and external structures, stakeholders, services and committees to be successful in this role.
As NACCA’s Project Program Coordinator, the candidate would need to be very comfortable supporting and uplifting youth who identify as Black and of African descent.
They would need to be proactive and productive in their work, and enjoy working independently while anticipating the project needs. The candidate will also assist with light research, drafting statements, communications and proofreading.
We are looking for a candidate who is technology literate, a strong writer, and showcases knowledge and enthusiasm towards supporting the Black / Afro Diaspora community and is passionate about youth and mental health.
The candidate would have to learn about our mandate, mission, values, internal and external structures, stakeholders, services and committees to be successful in this role.
As NACCA’s Project Program Coordinator, the candidate would need to be very comfortable supporting and uplifting youth who identify as Black and of African descent.
They would need to be proactive and productive in their work, and enjoy working independently while anticipating the project needs. The candidate will also assist with light research, drafting statements, communications and proofreading.
We are looking for a candidate who is technology literate, a strong writer, and showcases knowledge and enthusiasm towards supporting the Black / Afro Diaspora community and is passionate about youth and mental health.
| Full Job Description - Program Coordinator |
Youth Program Coordinator
The Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA) is seeking Youth as Program staff. The successful candidates will work directly with the Program Coordinator to assist in developing a Black youth led mental wellness program assisting to deliver a series of Youth led workshops.
The candidates will have to learn about our mandate, mission, values, internal and external structures, stakeholders, services and committees to be successful in this role.
As part of NACCA’s Youth Leadership team for this project, the candidates would need to be very comfortable supporting and uplifting youth who identify as Black and of African descent.
They would need to be proactive and productive in their work, and enjoy working independently while anticipating the project needs. The candidates will also assist with light research, drafting statements, a youth panel discussion and youth created support resources for ongoing consumption.
We are looking for candidates who are technology literate, have writing competence, and showcase knowledge and enthusiasm towards supporting the Black / Afro Diaspora youth community and are passionate about youth and mental health.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE
The candidates will have to learn about our mandate, mission, values, internal and external structures, stakeholders, services and committees to be successful in this role.
As part of NACCA’s Youth Leadership team for this project, the candidates would need to be very comfortable supporting and uplifting youth who identify as Black and of African descent.
They would need to be proactive and productive in their work, and enjoy working independently while anticipating the project needs. The candidates will also assist with light research, drafting statements, a youth panel discussion and youth created support resources for ongoing consumption.
We are looking for candidates who are technology literate, have writing competence, and showcase knowledge and enthusiasm towards supporting the Black / Afro Diaspora youth community and are passionate about youth and mental health.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE
Subject Matter Expert - Mental Health
The Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA) is seeking a Subject Matter Expert. The successful candidate will work directly with the Executive Team to assist in developing a Black youth led mental wellness program, communications and administrative tasks for our mental health projects/initiatives.
As the Subject Matter Expert for NACCA’s project team, the candidate will need to be very comfortable supporting and uplifting youth who identify as Black and of African descent in the development of a youth led mental wellness program. The candidate will provide expertise in the development of the program and foundational expertise to assist to guide the project coordinator and youth leadership team for this project.
Please see the full job description below.
As the Subject Matter Expert for NACCA’s project team, the candidate will need to be very comfortable supporting and uplifting youth who identify as Black and of African descent in the development of a youth led mental wellness program. The candidate will provide expertise in the development of the program and foundational expertise to assist to guide the project coordinator and youth leadership team for this project.
Please see the full job description below.
| Subject Matter Expert - Mental Health |
Job Posting
Executive Assistant and Program Coordinator - Position Filled
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE
- Organize meetings among internal as well as with external parties, with close attention to availability and time zones; identify and address conflicts and reschedule appointments; provide daily briefings as needed
- Email Management: Manage mailboxes for the Executive Team. Keep mailboxes organized; conduct daily inbox review and act as a triage system, identifying and prioritizing what needs to be seen
- Conduct light research and provide reports on various items as needed.
- Assist in onboarding and training new employees
- Provide administrative support to the Executive Team where needed including updating and maintaining content on the shared google drive
- Assist in the planning and coordination of meetings and events
- Work independently and communicate with internal and external stakeholders/customers in a manner that promotes positive and respectful relationships
- Participation in special projects and activities with collaborators
- Support the management and development of NACCA’s social media calendar, tracking and creating content for important dates, topics, celebrations and issues related to mental health
- Assist in preparing correspondence, reports, documents and presentations
- Contribute to researching, writing and proofreading of publications (includes but not limited to press releases, e-newsletters, annual reports, website copy, corporate blog, etc.).
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE
Strategic Planning Request for Proposal
Objective
Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association is seeking an experienced professional consultant to develop a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan for the organization that includes a significant focus on capacity building using a methodology effective for Black focused, Black serving organizations.
Deadline for receipt
Proposals must be received via email by 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday, January 24th. Proposals should be addressed to the Board Chairperson, Jerisha Grant-Hall, and emailed to chair@naccacommunity.ca.
Inquiries
Inquiries must be made via email. Please address all inquiries to: chair@naccacommunity.ca. Telephone inquiries will not be addressed. Answers will be provided within 3 business days. All questions must be received no later than Tuesday, January 18th.
Description
Download Strategic Planning Request For Proposal HERE
Download Instructions to Proponents Here
Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association is seeking an experienced professional consultant to develop a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan for the organization that includes a significant focus on capacity building using a methodology effective for Black focused, Black serving organizations.
Deadline for receipt
Proposals must be received via email by 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday, January 24th. Proposals should be addressed to the Board Chairperson, Jerisha Grant-Hall, and emailed to chair@naccacommunity.ca.
Inquiries
Inquiries must be made via email. Please address all inquiries to: chair@naccacommunity.ca. Telephone inquiries will not be addressed. Answers will be provided within 3 business days. All questions must be received no later than Tuesday, January 18th.
Description
- Community-driven and community-focused
- Experience working with non-profit/charity
- Has both practical and lived-experiences and education to support their role
- Has a minimum of 10 years experience in strategy planning
- An understanding of the concepts of systemic/structural racism and bias and their impact on Black communities
- An individual from the GTA is preferred
Download Strategic Planning Request For Proposal HERE
Download Instructions to Proponents Here
PALOMINO GORDON LAW INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
We presently provide opportunities for students to fulfill their internship, co-op or other academic obligations. Our aim is to give participants an extensive experience on working generally and on working in a law office. With this in mind, we provide clerical, administrative, substantive and professional experience thereby ensuring, as much as possible, that participants receive a balanced view of working in an office or virtual environment.
Criteria for participation:
1. Referral through and monitored by a school/college/university
2. WSIB in place
3. Interest in learning and engaged
4. No requirements re grades (grades by themselves do not determine ability, success)
Contact by email - info@palominolaw.ca
We presently provide opportunities for students to fulfill their internship, co-op or other academic obligations. Our aim is to give participants an extensive experience on working generally and on working in a law office. With this in mind, we provide clerical, administrative, substantive and professional experience thereby ensuring, as much as possible, that participants receive a balanced view of working in an office or virtual environment.
Criteria for participation:
1. Referral through and monitored by a school/college/university
2. WSIB in place
3. Interest in learning and engaged
4. No requirements re grades (grades by themselves do not determine ability, success)
Contact by email - info@palominolaw.ca
Canada Summer Job Opportunity - NACCA (past opportunity)
Position: Communications/Program Researcher
Type: Summer Position / Age 30 and under
Organization: Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA)
Location: Work from Home
Position Time frame: June 30 – August 31, 2020
Application Deadline: June 25, 2020
Contract Position: full time/part time, $15hr
To apply: position filled - we are no longer accepting applications.
The Communications/Researcher is an exciting and comprehensive role that will support the ongoing work of the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA) alongside the Town of Newmarket. The Town of Newmarket is a partner in the job placement activities as a support to NACCA.
NACCA is a not-for-profit organization that is committed to building capacity for youth, families and community advancement. There are six grounding principles that guide our strategic planning: mentorship & education, youth engagement, innovation, cultural diversity and empowerment.
In the role of the Communications/Researcher, the successful candidate will connect with all areas of managing communications, study spanning program research, understanding the design and development of programming, advocating and educating for programming and working to address inequities in the Black community in the Newmarket / Aurora area.
Requirements:
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs and all applicants must:
The Communications/Researcher is suitable for an enthusiastic, motivated and proactive individual with the following qualifications:
Type: Summer Position / Age 30 and under
Organization: Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA)
Location: Work from Home
Position Time frame: June 30 – August 31, 2020
Application Deadline: June 25, 2020
Contract Position: full time/part time, $15hr
To apply: position filled - we are no longer accepting applications.
The Communications/Researcher is an exciting and comprehensive role that will support the ongoing work of the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA) alongside the Town of Newmarket. The Town of Newmarket is a partner in the job placement activities as a support to NACCA.
NACCA is a not-for-profit organization that is committed to building capacity for youth, families and community advancement. There are six grounding principles that guide our strategic planning: mentorship & education, youth engagement, innovation, cultural diversity and empowerment.
In the role of the Communications/Researcher, the successful candidate will connect with all areas of managing communications, study spanning program research, understanding the design and development of programming, advocating and educating for programming and working to address inequities in the Black community in the Newmarket / Aurora area.
Requirements:
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs and all applicants must:
- Be between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
- Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment: and
- Have a valid social insurance number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- Conduct research and analysis of key planning issues for NACCA
- Build an understanding of the development and execution of virtual research, organizing and engagement activities and programming
- Support the development of summer programming and for 2020 summer programming delivery
- Support the development of a food security program
- Support the development of communication materials, and contribute to social media e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram campaigns and ongoing communications
- Create and maintain relationships with vendors, community organizations and local governments on social planning for the Black community
- Assist to develop the framework for Black History Month 2020
- Assist with administrative tasks
The Communications/Researcher is suitable for an enthusiastic, motivated and proactive individual with the following qualifications:
- Background/Interest in Communications, Community Development, Public Relations or related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of digital marketing
- Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to exercise good judgment and solve problems quickly and effectively
- Experience with researching information
- Strong interpersonal and time management skills
Testimonial
Thank you for the opportunity to work with the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association this summer. As a young adult pursuing a Bachelor of Business and Society, this position has given me the opportunity to put my academic learning into practical action. I was able to utilize my academic marketing skills to produce a wide range of creatives to help generate promotion for the organization. Due to the great leadership from my managers, Janis and Jerisha, I learned how to develop my sense of empathy through the various projects I was given. They made my appreciation and love for Black artists grow immensely and helped me to step out of my comfort zone to co-lead a Robotic virtual summer camp.
My time with this organization was very eye opening and challenging. It also helped me gain confidence in the work field that I will always cherish. Being a completely new experience for me, Janis and Jerisha offered me a very positive and inclusive environment to grow.
The most meaningful part of the experience was that I worked for an agency that represented who I am in my community.
Thank you for the opportunity.
Sincerely,
Jordan Cangombe
My time with this organization was very eye opening and challenging. It also helped me gain confidence in the work field that I will always cherish. Being a completely new experience for me, Janis and Jerisha offered me a very positive and inclusive environment to grow.
The most meaningful part of the experience was that I worked for an agency that represented who I am in my community.
Thank you for the opportunity.
Sincerely,
Jordan Cangombe