ABOUT
We are a cities’ research and innovation nonprofit that helps communities prepare for the future. We inform the public, inspire action, and act as a catalyst for creating collaborative solutions that guide cities through a rapidly urbanizing world. We envision cities as vibrant inclusive spaces where engaged residents are informed and inspired to build smart urban solutions. These cities enable residents to contribute to the social fabric of their communities and foster opportunities, belonging and happiness.
POSITION SUMMARY
Our Creative Neighbourhoods Lab is a digital tool that connects neighbourhood organizations with talent from post-secondary institutions to complete projects that improve the wellbeing of local communities. These projects are diverse in-nature and have different requirements that coincide with individual organization and neighbourhood needs and interests. As our Program Analyst, you will help further develop the Creative Neighbourhoods Lab, alongside the Relationship Manager, to improve the program’s operations, administration, and
delivery for Imagine Cities and its Lab Partners. This includes an ongoing review of existing policies and documentation, appropriate integration of new and pending program decisions, and ensuring consistent implementation of proposed decision-making. You are committed to increasing program accessibility and sustainability. Communications will primarily be performed through regularly-scheduled written reports, individual discussions with the leadership team, and group-based departmental discussions.
QUALIFICATIONS
● Graduated or enrolled in a University degree, College diploma or certificate program
● A possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and/or Program Management Professional (PgMP) Certification is an asset
● Have an interest in project/program evaluation, marketing and communications, stake- holder engagement, urban development and sustainability, or a related field
● Strong, motivational, verbal and written communication skills
● Possess creativity, the ability to think outside the box, and are adaptive to changing circumstances
● You are organized, detail-oriented, and motivated
● You possess analytical, innovative thinking, and problem-solving skills
● Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
● Have a passion for strong neighborhoods and sustainable communities
● Highly organized and able to maintain workload
● Able to commit to one year with the organization
● Sound computer skills including operating Google Suite
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your resume to talent@imaginecities.com.
444 7 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0X8, CA
We inform the public, inspire action, and act as a catalyst for creating collaborative solutions that strengthen the capacity for cities to adapt in a rapdily changing world.
We are a cities research and innovation nonprofit preparing communities for the future.
We envision cities as vibrant inclusive spaces where engaged residents are informed and inspired to build smart urban solutions. These cities enable residents to contribute to the social fabric of their communities and foster opportunities, belonging and happiness.
Guided by our indicators and supported by systems thinking, we collect and share cities research from around the world in an effort to more fully understand challenges and opportunities in cities.
We bring together digital content that will not only give you the skills needed to better understand the complexity of your city and community, but also the tools needed to effectively respond to improve life in your neighbourhood.
The greatest leaps in human progress have always been the result of our ability to work together in large numbers. Through activation, we provide resources to community organizations to make the incremental steps needed to build great neighborhoods. Whether it's connecting organizations with each other or to post-secondary students, we will find creative ways to provide the support needed to advance local change.
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
September 16, 2024
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