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Apply by: October 1, 2024

ENGAGE DELANEY IS HIRING DIRECTOR of ENGAGEMENT Fall 2024

About the Position

Location: This is a hybrid position with some in-person requirements in Vancouver and some travel based on the needs of clients.

Reporting to the CEO, this position will focus on the following priorities:

1. Engagement Planning: The Director will be responsible for developing engagement plans, working directly with the client and interested parties to develop accessible, equitable and realistic engagement plans. Drawing on the IAP2 core values and approach, the Director will develop plans that detail the engagement goal, objectives, approaches and measures of success.
2. Facilitation: The Director will be a confident and experienced facilitator who is able to hold space with small and large groups and have experience with a variety of facilitation approaches. Being a certified professional facilitator is not a requirement, but a considerable asset.
3. Project Leadership and Management: Supported by a team, the Director can manage a number of projects simultaneously, sometimes with competing deadlines, while continuing to invest in building strong client relationships.

Experience and Qualifications

You are a seasoned engagement professional with in-depth engagement experience. You appreciate working on a variety of projects in diverse sectors, including health, housing, municipal government, education and environmental. You have progressive experience in managing teams and projects and bring strategic thinking, coupled with strong planning and implementation experience.

• You have a minimum of five to seven years of direct community engagement experience.
• You have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or higher.
• You have experience in at least two of the following areas: facilitation, qualitative analysis, engagement planning, strategic communications, and/or project management.
• Having completed the IAP2 certificate in public participation is a strong asset, but not a requirement.
• Being a CP3 is not a requirement, but a strong asset.

To learn more visit:

engagedelaney.com

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Apply by: September 27, 2024

Are you interested in expanding your skills in developing community engagement approaches in beautiful British Columbia? Are you ready to pull together public participation on important topics that impact our cities livability such as active transportation, land use, social policy planning, transportation infrastructure, and parks planning and so much more?

The Community Engagement Coordinator will work out of the Burnaby office and join our B.C. engagement team to shape and deliver engagement services for projects and proposals across B.C. for our public and private-sector clients. The B.C. team also works collaboratively with the Alberta engagement team on projects and proposals. ISL’s Community Engagement Team collaborates with our clients to develop, design, and implement community engagement and communications strategies to involve interest holders and the public in the projects within the communities that we serve.

The Community Engagement professionals you will be working with are trained by the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2). Our expertise lies in leading community engagement and developing communication strategies that align with our clients' corporate policies and adhere to the IAP2’s Core Values.

Learn More: https://islengineering.com/join-the-team/

Apply by: September 9. 2024

The RMOW Council has tasked staff with the goal of building and strengthen connections between the RMOW and residents as well as between residents themselves. The purpose of the Community Engagement Working Group (CEWG) is to provide strategic advice and guidance to staff on how the RMOW can use its engagement activities and other interactions with the public to enhance community connection and trust, design inclusive and accessible engagement processes, measure outcomes and support community resiliency in a changing world.

Learn More: https://www.whistler.ca/municipal-gov/municipal-governance/working-groups/

Apply by: September 5, 2024

Metro Vancouver's External Relations Department is seeking a Senior Engagement Specialist who will coordinate public, Indigenous and stakeholder engagement processes to support water infrastructure and policy projects for the water services department.

You are:

• A strategic thinker with experience coordinating engagement initiatives on large infrastructure and policy projects. 
• You bring strong communication, planning, and facilitation skills to the table along with experience in leading public, Indigenous, and stakeholder engagements. 
• You are a confident team player who enjoys working on complex projects and is able to multi-task. 
• You enjoy working on multiple diverse projects simultaneously. You are motivated to deliver quality work and pay close attention to detail. 
• You are strong in expressing your perspective and also value listening and learning from your colleagues. 
• At Metro Vancouver, they operate in a dynamic and fluid environment so the ability to think strategically as well as adapt to changing conditions will be important.

Learn More: https://metrovancouver.org/about-us/careers

                    Senior Engagement Specialist - External Job Posting (T24389) - Aug 2024.pdf

Apply by: September 1, 2024

SaskPower is seeking an experienced consultant to lead public engagement in support of planning and power infrastructure projects.

Their successful candidate will have significant experience developing multifaceted engagement and communications strategies that include relationship-building, consultation and issues management aspects. To be successful in the position, you’ll need to thrive in a collaborative environment where relationships and results matter. If you love diving into the subject matter while helping to drive big-picture thinking, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Learn More: https://jobs.saskpower.com/job/REGINA-Consultant%2C-Stakeholder-Relations-SK/583866317/

Apply by: August 29, 2024

Metro Vancouver's External Relations Department is seeking a Senior Engagement Specialist who will coordinate and deliver strategic communications, issues management, and engagement work in support of planning and construction activities for the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant Program. This position will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical advice to senior staff; planning and executing various communications materials, including plans, briefs, presentations, reports, and public notifications; and developing and managing communications and engagement strategies to mitigate potential impacts of project activities.

You are:

• A strategic thinker with senior-level experience managing communications and engagement initiatives on large, multi-phase projects.
• You bring strong communication and planning skills along with experience in public, Indigenous, and stakeholder engagement, particularly to communicate and mitigate potential impacts of project activities.
• You are a confident team player who enjoys working on complex projects and is able to multi-task.
• You are motivated to deliver quality work and pay close attention to detail.
• You are strong in expressing your perspective and also value listening and learning from your colleagues.

Metro Vancouver operates in a dynamic and fluid environment so the ability to think strategically as well as adapt to changing conditions will be important.

Learn More: 

• https://metrovancouver.org/about-us/careers 
• Senior Engagement Specialist - External Job Posting (T24354).pdf

Apply by: September 3, 2024

ICBC is seeking a Senior Stakeholder Relations Advisor to join the Customer Experience and Public Affairs Division. In this role, you’ll work with a talented and inclusive team of professionals in the development and implementation of Stakeholder Relations strategies that enable ICBC to build authentic relationships with diverse stakeholders, as you work together to create an insurance system that is moving all forward. You’ll be providing expert advice to senior leaders and executive on major projects, enabling ICBC to build strategic business partnerships with key stakeholders.

Learn More: https://careers.icbc.com/job/North-Vancouver-Senior-Stakeholder-Relations-Advisor-Brit/583622617/

Apply by: August 26, 2024

The Comox Valley Regional District is accepting applications for a full-time Communications and Engagement Specialist to join their Solid Waste team.

The Specialist develops and implements communication and public engagement strategies in alignment with International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) standards and CVRD corporate guidelines. Under the direction and guidance of the Manager of Solid Waste Planning and Policy Development, the Specialist works on a variety of engagement, education and communication projects in support of the Comox Strathcona Waste Management Service (CSWM) service. The CSWM service manages over 65,000 tonnes of waste and recycled material annually and oversees a number of diversion and education programs for the CVRD and the Strathcona Regional District. 

Learn More: https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/about/careers/current-opportunities/communications-and-engagement-specialist-cswm-tue-08062024-1200

Apply by August 16, 2024

IAP2 Canada Seeks Consultant Proposals for an Engagement Consultant

IAP2 Canada is seeking an Engagement Consultant to support the adaptation and implementation of these international engagement materials for Canadian community members. This initiative aims to foster meaningful engagement with key communities, ensuring their perspectives enrich the broader international process.

Description of IAP2 Canada

IAP2 Canada is an association dedicated to advancing the practice of public participation (P2) among professionals across Canada and globally. Comprising over 1000 members from diverse sectors such as government (local, provincial, federal), education, healthcare, energy (power, oil & gas, renewable energy, mining & forestry), non-profit, academia, infrastructure, and property development, IAP2 Canada fosters collaboration among professionals, citizens, academics, and decision-makers to ensure inclusive decision-making processes. Members are actively engaged through various volunteer opportunities, including serving on boards, steering committees for conferences, contributing to newsletters and webinars, thereby expanding their professional network and knowledge base.

Description of the Project

The IAP2 Spectrum of Public Participation helps define how the public engages in participation processes worldwide. \We are conducting an international review to assess current Spectrum usage, its evolution over the past three decades, and its alignment with contemporary practices. This review will also consider the cultural, economic, and social diversity across different regions of IAP2.

An international Project Team is leading this review and engagement effort, and facilitating online engagements open to the entire IAP2 community worldwide. The team is developing engagement materials for IAP2 Regions to conduct additional activities, with input feeding into the international review and subsequent recommendations.

Overview of the Role

Review International Engagement Materials:

• Understand and review existing international engagement materials.
• Adjust the Canadian engagement plan based on the international process

Community Member Mapping and Engagement Strategy:

• Identify key communities, groups, and parties relevant to the engagement process.
• Develop a community members map outlining primary community members and their influence.
• Recommend appropriate methods and levels of engagement based on community members mapping.

Engagement Implementation:

• Develop a comprehensive engagement plan for a 6-8 week period (late August to December).
• Coordinate and host engagement activities tailored to community members groups including dialogue sessions, workshops, surveys, and other relevant engagement methods.
• Engage with membership at the 2024 North American Conference (NAC) in Ottawa.
• Ensure engagement activities are inclusive, accessible, and effective in gathering diverse perspectives.

Consolidation and Reporting:

• Collect and consolidate community members' input and feedback.
• Analyze and summarize findings to provide actionable insights to the project team.
• Prepare reports or presentations summarizing overall community members opinions and recommendations.

*Timeframes, scope, and details are evolving as the project progresses; Candidates should be prepared to be flexible and adaptable to shifting timelines.

Timeline:

Late August to December: Engage community members through coordinated activities over a 6-8 week period with richer engagement in August/September and a secondary phase aligned with the NAC.

Deliverables:

• Adapted Canadian engagement strategy and materials.
• Community member mapping report and engagement plan.
• Documentation of engagement activities and outcomes.
• Final report summarizing community members feedback and recommendations.

Budget

The IAP2 Canada Board has set a budget of $10,000 to complete the engagement consultation. Expenses related to conducting the engagement (translation of materials, etc.) will be reimbursed to a maximum of $3,000.

Criteria That Will Be Used to Evaluate Proposals

• Experience, Capacity, and Track Record (50%)
• Flexibility and Adaptability (25%)
• Communication and Collaboration with Diverse Groups (25%)

Please limit your proposal to 5 pages. A maximum of 5 additional pages of Appendices will be accepted.

The Process

IAP2 Canada distributes the call for proposals (July 2024).

Interested parties must respond by August 9, 2024.

Include information about your business/company and please respond to the following questions:

1. Please describe your level of bilingualism.
2. Describe your experience with similar projects involving international community members engagement and public participation processes.
3. What are some strategies or criteria you consider when ‘right-sizing’ an engagement project? Provide examples of projects where you have adapted materials to suit regional or national contexts.
4. How do you plan to conduct community members mapping to identify key communities, groups, and parties relevant to the Canadian engagement process? and how will you ensure that engagement activities are inclusive, accessible, and effective in gathering diverse perspectives?
5. Please include some of the challenges you foresee of this work and how you'll address them.

Please address each area of the scope of services indicating your ability to provide support as part of the contract. Also indicate services that you typically outsource.

The selection committee will review all proposals and will select the top 2-3 candidates (completed by August 23, 2024)

If needed, the committee will set up a meeting with the final candidates (completed by August 23, 2024)

A contract will be finalized with the selected party (completed by August 30, 2024)

The consultant hired by IAP2 Canada will be asked to attend the whole or part of the conference to facilitate engagement activities and observe the program. (October 24-26, 2024 in Ottawa, Ontario). IAP2 Canada will provide accommodation and conference registration. The consultant will be responsible for their travel expenses.

Please send Proposals to info@iap2canada.ca with the subject line “Spectrum Review: IAP2 Canada Engagement Consultant Proposal - Your Name” by August 9, 2024 11:59pm PT for consideration.

Apply by: August 30

The Member Experience and Administrative Coordinator is an integral part of the IAP2 Canada team both at the board level and with members across Canada.

Reporting to the Executive Director, this role is a home-based position working remotely part time (25-30 hours per week).

Responsibilities and how you will contribute:

General Administration:

• Manage the email inbox, responding or forwarding them to the appropriate parties - ensure timely responses and coordinate with other team members as necessary
• Coordinate membership processes, including new members and renewals, invoicing and aging receivables, membership database updates, and other related functions
• Update the monthly membership reporting documents for the board and Chapters, ensuring accurate and up to date information
• Administer the career center and related invoicing
• Attend and support staff meetings and other meetings as required
• Support and maintain various software systems, including Google Suite, Basecamp, Zoom, Wild Apricot, and other systems that are relevant and introduced
• Streamline processes, systems, and virtual file storage
• Assist in investigating benefit programs for employees
• Support other staff members as needed and where time permits

Accounting/Bookkeeping Support:

• Provide support for accounting and bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing, aging receivables and refunds/credit in collaboration with a third-party bookkeeping firm and the Executive Director
• Assist with visa reconciliation

Governance and Executive Leadership Support:

• Provide support to the Executive Director, including minute-taking and calendar coordination for board and committee meetings
• Assist and support the upcoming policy and procedure review

Committees, Programs, and Events:

• Assist with content creation and review for e-blasts, newsletters, event descriptions, social media and website updates
• Provide support to all Communities of Practice (CoPs)
• Provide support to various board and operational committees
• Perform general clerical tasks including scheduling meetings and capturing notes
• Support the coordination of the North American Conference

Please note that this job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations of the Member Experience and Administrative Coordinator and may be subject to change based on organizational needs.

Email resumes to info@iap2canada.ca by August 30 with the subject line "YOUR NAME Application for Member Experience and Administrative Coordinator".