We Are Hiring!: Education Lead Position
Background:
The John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights is a leading non-profit organization based in Edmonton, Alberta, dedicated to advancing dignity, freedom, justice, and security through collaborative relationships and transformative education on peace and human rights. Our work spans Edmonton, Alberta, and the Prairie provinces, with ongoing collaborations at the national level.
We are currently seeking an Education Lead who will report to the Executive Director and oversee both adult and youth education initiatives. This position will collaborate with JHC team members to provide leadership in educational programming for children and youth, support professional development for educators, and manage adult education contracts and training.
Role Description
As the Education Lead, your responsibilities will include:
Providing strategic leadership for educational initiatives centred on young people, including the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of lessons and programs.
Engaging in the design, facilitation, and delivery of training and educational programs.
Leading collaborative efforts to enhance the skills and capacities of educators in integrating and delivering human rights and peace education.
Collaborating with the Communications Team to ensure effective outreach, marketing, and communication of educational programs.
Partnering with the Director of Adult Education to coordinate and facilitate adult education contracts and training, including promoting programs, organizing facilitators, responding to training requests, evaluating and liaising with organizations seeking services.
Providing coordination, coaching, and mentorship to youth, volunteers, and facilitators engaged in educational programming.
Building and maintaining relationships with educators and key partners involved in youth programming.
Driving the growth and development of educator networks and collaborations aimed at advancing human rights and peace education.
Collaborating with the Executive Director on project management tasks related to your portfolio of initiatives.
Leading assigned projects by delegating tasks, managing project outcomes, coordinating team meetings, and ensuring timely reporting.
Qualifications
Familiarity and knowledge of human rights and peace education, with a particular focus on popular education methodologies.
Degree in education or a related field.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, including oversight of timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships with educators, institutions, and community organizations.
Expertise in designing, developing, and delivering educational materials, including curricula that align with human rights and peace education principles.
Strong commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the ability to engage diverse participants and communities.
Familiarity with tools for virtual education, e-learning, and program delivery, including learning management systems (LMS) and online collaboration platforms.
Experience in monitoring and evaluating educational programs, including data collection, reporting, and impact assessment.
Ability to facilitate difficult conversations on topics related to human rights, social justice, and peace education.
Proven leadership abilities, including mentoring staff and volunteers, and fostering a collaborative and positive working environment.
Benefits
Play a key role in advancing human rights and peace education, empowering young people and educators, and contributing to meaningful social change.
Work with passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
Access continuous learning, professional development, and leadership growth opportunities.
Innovate in designing educational programs and community engagement initiatives.
Build and strengthen relationships with educators, non-profits, community organizations, and other partners in the human rights sector.
Take ownership of projects and work closely with the Executive Director to shape the organization’s education strategy.
JHC does provide health benefits following probation.
Traits and Values
Passionate about human rights, social justice, and social change.
Diplomatic and patient, with the ability to navigate diverse communication styles.
Upholds confidentiality and privacy standards in all interactions.
Committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism, with a focus on equity and inclusion.
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Demonstrates active listening, empathy, and relationship-building abilities.
Thinks analytically and critically, offering innovative solutions.
Takes initiative and works both independently and collaboratively.
Willingness to travel within Edmonton, Alberta, and occasionally across Canada.
Open to attending evening and weekend events when necessary.
Eager to learn and grow, with a commitment to self-improvement.
Displays empathy, compassion, and collaborative leadership.
Comfortable with digital tools and platforms for education delivery.
Values environmental and social sustainability principles.
Terms of Contract
Location: Based in Edmonton, AB
Earliest Start Date: October 1, 2024
Contract Duration: Maternity leave coverage ending December 31, 2025, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding.
Hours: 35 hours per week, with a flexible schedule.
Compensation: $32-36/hour, depending on experience.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including individuals of varying race, gender, sexuality, ability, and other marginalized identities.
Application Information
Please address your application to:
Renée Vaugeois - Executive Director, John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights
Submit applications by email to: info@jhcentre.org
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.