Ontario Federation of Indigenous

Friendship Centres
JOB POSTING

Social Economy Developer

The OFIFC is an award winning leader in culture-based management providing innovative
research, policy, training and community development to 28 Friendship Centres and other
urban Aboriginal service providers across Ontario. Located in downtown Toronto, the OFIFC
engages all levels of government and mainstream agencies.
OFIFC is a purpose-driven organisation which offers unique and challenging work. A
rewarding and enriching career awaits if you are skilled at critical thinking, building
relationships, take personal accountability for getting things done and enjoy working as part
of a team to collaboratively solve problems.
Responsibilities:
Working as part of a team in a fast paced environment where the main responsibility is to
build capacity of the member Friendship Centres for greater engagement within the social
economy with a goal of self-sufficiency and assists the OFIFC with its social economy
approach. A job description is attached.
Qualifications:
Awareness of Indigenous culture;
Post-secondary education in relevant field, combined with minimum 1 year experience
in social innovation and social enterprise;
Minimum 1 year experience delivering training;
Experience working in Aboriginal community economic development desirable;
Ability to develop strategic partnerships;
Proven ability to develop and deliver presentations;
Knowledge of the social economy sector, particularly social enterprise;
Strong listening, oral and written communication skills;
Proven ability in Project Management;
Public speaking skills;
Knowledge of Business Administration desirable; and
Criminal Reference Clearance (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance are
requirements of the employment offer.
Contact Information:
If you are interested in qualifying in this role that offers an exceptional compensation package,
please send your resume and cover letter to:
Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres
219 Front Street East, Toronto, ON M5A 1E8
Website: www.ofifc.org
Date Posted:

6/29/2016

Tracy Syrette, HR Manager

Fax: 416.956.7577
Email: hr@ofifc.org

Posting Deadline: Until Filled

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres

Job Description
Position Title:
Grade: 4

SOCIAL ECONOMY DEVELOPER

Created: February 2015

Workgroup: Education and Employment

Approved: October 15, 2015
Employed by the OFIFC, responsible to the policies and directions as
Supervision: determined by the Board of Directors and under the direct supervision of
the Executive Director, or designate. Daily supervision is designated to
the Education and Employment Manager.

VISION
Primary Objective:
To build capacity of the member Friendship Centres for greater engagement within the
social economy and with a goal of self sufficiency and assists the OFIFC with its social
economy approach.

KNOWLEDGE
Core Competencies:
Culture - Takes personal responsibility to increase sensitivity, awareness and
implementation of OFIFCs Neha (bundle) including foundational teachings and
organisational practices in both professional conduct and work-related deliverables.

Accountability - Takes personal ownership and responsibility for the quality and
timeliness of work commitments.

Critical Thinking - Applies systematic, logical reasoning when addressing problems

or situations in order to arrive at an appropriate solution or outcome.

Building Relationships and Strategic Partnerships - Builds, develops and

sustains business relationships / strategic partnerships that are mutually beneficial,
reciprocal and grounded in trust and respect. It is recognising we are all
interdependent and working towards the common good of the organisation.

Results Orientation - Accomplishes established goals, delivers the outcomes

required and achieves the results. It includes the efficient and effective use of all
resources (time, financial, people and technology).

Teamwork and Collaboration - Works collaboratively with others and addresses

conflict in a win-win productive manner. This includes a mindset of sharing with
others whether it is knowledge, recognition, information and skills. Working towards
a common purpose for the good of OFIFC and the communities of people it serves.

Communication - Effectively delivers information in a transparent, honest and clear

manner. It includes actively listening, comprehending and responding appropriately
when interacting with people. It is about being respectful when expressing opinions
and points of view.

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Technical Competencies:
Ability to develop strategic partnerships
Proven ability to develop and deliver presentations
Knowledge of the social economy sector, particularly social enterprise
Strong listening, oral and written communication skills
Proven ability in Project Management
Public speaking skills
Knowledge of Business Administration desirable
Behavioural Competencies:
Time Management
Public Relations

Interpersonal Skills
Research/Data Gathering

Education/Work Experience:
Post-secondary education in relevant field, combined with minimum 1 year
experience in social innovation and social enterprise
Minimum 1 year experience delivering training
Experience working in Aboriginal community economic development desirable

REASON
Work Environment:
Works in a safe and suitable office environment faced with simultaneous and tight
deadlines.
Working Hours:
Some evening/weekend hours may be required to attend meetings, special functions
and to meet work deadlines. Travel to Friendship Centres/event venues/other meetings
and across Canada 6 10 times per year for the purposes of workshop delivery,
support and stakeholder engagement.

ACTION
Scope:
To provide support and expertise in increasing overall Social Economy capacity within
Friendship Centres that supports the Self-Sufficiency priority of the OFIFCs long-range
strategic plan.
Key Contacts/Relationships:
Internal
Primarily communicates with the Education and Employment Manager, Research,
Policy and Kitigan staff in a collaborative integrated approach.
External
Acts as a technical resource and supports Friendship Centres through their Social
Economy projects. Communicates with special project partners, participants, contract
workers and Social Economy partners/stakeholders/government and funders for the
purposes of sharing and exchanging information, providing feedback, and collaborating.

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Key Responsibilities:
Social Economy Projects, Education and Training (60%):
Reviews and assesses current legislation, regulation and policy approaches
relevant to the development of Social Economy capacity in Friendship Centres,
and identifies gaps and barriers;
Develops training and educational materials and tools for distribution and use
ensuring their availability through electronic means;
Delivers and develops information presentations related to Social Economy;
Monitors progress, assesses incoming information, establishes promising
practices and assists in local capacity-building and training;
Writes annual reports outlining developments and progress on Social Economy
projects;
Aligns work with the OFIFCs Urban Aboriginal Social Economy Framework;
Stakeholder Engagement and Support (35%):
Develops strategic partnerships to support Social Economy activity in Friendship
Centres, all levels of government, the private sector and other agencies as
required;
Provides expert direction, guidance and coordination to specialised support for
Social Economy initiatives;
Develops Requests for Proposals for Friendship Centre Social Economy projects
and advises on selection of projects targeted for support;
Creates Plans of Action for selected projects and assists with complex project
management support in fulfilling the objectives of each project, including
technical support and training as required;
Identifies funding options and opportunities for member Friendship Centres;
Participates in OFIFC organisational social economy approaches as identified;
Participates in research, policy and program design to ensure Friendship
Centres social economy needs are considered;
Other (5%):
Maintains and upgrades professional skills;
Promotes a healthy, safe work environment; and
Performs other duties, related to the position, as assigned by the Executive
Director or designate.

By signing this document, I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to the
above description related to my position at the Ontario Federation of Indigenous
Friendship Centres (OFIFC).
Employees Name:
Employees Signature:

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