Community Engagement Manager

Location

Ontario | Canada

Job description

Looking to  leverage your expertise in community engagement to make a tangible difference? Do you thrive in roles where your efforts directly contribute to shaping vibrant, inclusive communities?

Revolutionizing rental housing development for people and planet, our client, Kindred Works , is on a mission to build 20,000 net new rental homes by 2037 that are beautiful, sustainable and desirable. With an unrivaled pipeline of projects, the organization is seeking an exceptional individual ready to drive and expand Kindred Works' community engagement efforts, creating lasting impacts and fostering meaningful connections in communities where they build.

Currently, Kindred Works has 17 projects in its active pipeline, including Wexford Heights (Scarborough), Trinity Commons (Uxbridge), Portland Commons (Saint John, NB) and St. James (Hamilton).

In this newly created role, you will play a pivotal role in amplifying Kindred Works' impact through dynamic and meaningful community engagement. Reporting to the Head of Corporate and External Affairs, this role is responsible for the design and execution of strategic community engagement programs and processes to cultivate lasting and mutually beneficial relationships within the communities Kindred Works serves.

You are the right candidate for this role if you:

• Have at least 5 years of experience in community outreach and public relations, including community economic development and stakeholder engagement;
• Hold a university degree in social sciences, public policy, communications, or public/media relations;
• Have a proven track record for successfully planning, developing, and leading projects or programs involving diverse stakeholder groups;
• Bring knowledge of the planning and construction industry ( preferred );
• Possess a strong background in public reporting and are skilled at communicating complex information clearly to a broad audience;
• Are an organized self-starter with exceptional communication and presentation skills, able to effectively engage diverse stakeholder groups;
• Are seeking an environment where your competency, contributions, and drive can pursue limitless opportunities to grow your career.

We are looking for an extremely talented individual with a passion for community engagement and a strong desire for results, who thrives in collaborative, dynamic environments. If you are ready for a new challenge, a place where you can grow your career and work with an awesome team, then we want to hear from you. Experience alone will not drive the selection decision, and the actual role offered will reflect the experience of the selected individual.

Kindred Works offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work environment (three days a week expected in the office located in Downtown Toronto). Some travel may be required for site visits.

Learn more about Kindred Works: Kindred Works |LinkedIn .

We encourage all people, including women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and persons of aboriginal descent, to apply. Kindred Works is an equal-opportunity employer.

Upon your request, we provide accommodation for disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you request accommodation, HR will reach out to consult with you so that we can tailor our arrangements to suit your needs. In addition, all new employees are advised of our policies for accommodating employees with disabilities.

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