The Canadian-Muslim Vote is seeking a Communications and Project Coordinator (CPCO). You’ll work as part of our nonprofit team, servicing multiple grassroots projects based in the GTA, with reach across Canada. The CPCO is responsible for organizing, controlling and driving forward project activities, under the direction of the Board of Directors.

Typical duties would include but are not limited to the following:

• Facilitate the determination of project requirements and scope and document the same
• Prepare project organization and communication materials
• Organize and chair status meetings, including distribution of agendas and minutes to all project team members
• Track the progress, budget and quality of work being completed
• Use project scheduling and control tools to monitor projects’ plans, work hours, budgets and expenditures and prepare regular reports
• Effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to all stakeholders
• Ensure stakeholders needs are met in a timely and cost effective manner
• Maintain project schedules and RAID logs
• Track & manage scope, timeline and budget changes
• Communicate ideas for improving organization processes with a positive and constructive attitude
• Keep all stakeholders informed of project status and issues that may impact projects
• Regular follow up and driving project activities forward with operating board members and peer coordinators
• Networking, communication and warm&cold calling in support of TCMV outreach activities
• Key projects and activities for 2017 will include:
  • Communications and Marketing Coordination
  • Mosque Ambassador Recruiting and Canadian Flag Raising Initiative
  • Education Program Coordination, Survey Program Coordination

Qualifications:

• 3‐5 years of experience supporting Communications and/or Project Managers in the delivery of projects
• Proficient in G Suite, MS Project and the MS Office Suite of products
• Nationbuilder and/or Trello experience an asset
• Effective communication skills including verbal, written and presentation skills
• Energetic, creative thinker with the capacity to see the larger picture and detailed steps needed to achieve it
• Highly organized with excellent writing, copywriting, editing and communications skills
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-based environment
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities as an enthusiastic self-starter
• Strong multi‐tasking and organizational skills
• Bilingualism (French) preferred but not mandatory

About The Canadian-Muslim Vote (TCMV):

TCMV is a non-profit, grassroots, non-partisan organization that encourages civic engagement within the Canadian Muslim community. TCMV’s successful campaign helped dramatically increased voter turnout among Canadian Muslims during the 2015 Federal Election. The organization continues to inspire, motivate, and educate Canadian Muslims on the importance of civic engagement as the only way to participate in our democracy.

How to apply: 
Interested candidates can apply by sending a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line "Communications and Project Coordinator - [FULL NAME]".

TCMV is committed to access and equity and is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information: www.canadianmuslimvote.ca