Plan Institute is Seeking a Program Coordinator

Plan Institute is seeking a Program Coordinator (1-Year Contract, Part Time)

Plan Institute is a nationally registered charity, whose mission is to empower people with disabilities to lead a good life.

As part of the Programs team, the Program Coordinator will support the planning, implementation, outreach, and evaluation of several key Plan Institute projects and initiatives. The individual in this role must be able to work independently and in collaboration with Plan Institute team members, contractors, and partner organizations. The Program Coordinator must also be comfortable offering direct support to a variety of community members over the phone and via email.

PI welcomes and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Accessible formats and communication supports are available for applicants by request; please contact info@planinstitute.ca.

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Job Posting: Communications/Social Media Assistant

Duration: 15 weeks, 25 hrs/week starting ASAP autumn-winter 2023-24

Rate of pay: $25/hr

This position is fully remote.

Students must be registered in an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution.

Who We Are

Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.

We work to support people with all disabilities to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community.

Job Description

The key tasks and responsibilities of the Communications/Social Media Assistant include social media marketing, understanding and monitoring social media analytics; creating, scheduling and distributing multimedia content on behalf of DABC and partner organization ACE-BC; and managing and moderating DABC’s social media communities, particularly on new platforms, but also on existing platforms as needed. Our current networks include over 5,000 subscribers each on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn followers. We hope to grow new subscriber bases on Instagram and TikTok with the help of the Communications/Social Media Assistant. While performing the duties mentioned above, the successful candidate will need to:

• Create branding-consistent templates for the posting of various content formats across multiple platforms
• Grow reach and engagement within DABC’s existing social media networks, including:

– Twitter (5,070 followers)
– Facebook (7.5 k followers)
– LinkedIn (701 followers) 
– Community Groups receiving monthly E-Newsletter (3200 organizations including disability,
seniors and Indigenous groups)
– Transition Magazine subscribers (1,700 recipients)
– Members (approx. 400)
– Donors (approx. 400)
– Google Ads (reach TBA, currently beginning Google Ad Grants program for nonprofits)

• Expand audience and engagement through managing new DABC social media accounts on Instagram and TikTok.
• Consistently use language sensitive to people with disabilities, both in person when communicating directly with clients, as well as public-facing when posting content or engaging dialogue online in a moderating capacity on behalf of DABC.
• Work independently and with various departmental teams in creating and posting regular image, text, audio and video content
• Work with management in building regular reporting tools on performance and social media analytics against the company’s baseline targets for engagement.
• Use blog reader apps to follow the contents and blogs of the company’s key clients, partners, and competitors
• Track key social media web site use analytics regularly
• Use tools to identify and monitor key Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok influencers, journalists and community bloggers
• Use SEO and Engagement Optimization to track and improve key metrics related to engagement
• Other relevant duties as determined by management

DABC is an open and diverse organization that promotes inclusive hiring practices. We encourage applications from qualified applicants who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and brief covering letter addressed to Kimberley Payne at kimberley@disabilityalliancebc.org. No phone calls or faxes please.

Job Posting - Community Advocate

Community Advocate for DABC – Provincial Disability Assistance

Who We Are

Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.

We work to support people with all disabilities to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community.

DABC is partnering with MOSAIC through a new project to increase access for newcomers with disabilities in applying for provincial disability assistance. Both DABC and MOSAIC are each hiring a Community Advocate that will provide greater support newcomer clients in a way that addresses and respects their language and cultural needs.

Job Description

DABC is seeking a Community Advocate to join our Advocacy Access Team. The Advocate will be responsible for individual and community advocacy relating to provincial disability benefits (known as PWD).

Responsibilities:

• Assist people with disabilities with applications and appeals relating to provincial disability (Persons with Disabilities and Persons with Persistent and Multiple Barriers)
• Conduct workshops/webinars about provincial disability benefits for community organizations, people with disabilities, healthcare professionals, and other interested individuals and groups
• Be a provincial resource for community advocates and individuals on policy and legislation governing PWD/PPMB

Working hours and location

• This position is full-time for 5 days per week at 8 hours a day (including 1 hour as a paid lunch break).

The position offers a hybrid work opportunity; the successful candidate may be required to work at the office two or three days a week, and at home the rest of the time. The position may also require occasional travel to other BC communities.

The position is located in downtown Vancouver, on the Unceded, Traditional, and Ancestral Territories of the Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, and Squamish Peoples.

The successful applicant must:

• Have a minimum 2 years combined post-secondary education and/or applicable work experience
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate complex concepts in plain language
• Be able to work effectively with people with disabilities from a client-centered approach
• Be self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively with a team
• Have strong analytical and research skills
• Have excellent organizational skills
• Be computer literate and proficient with word-processing software including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive client information

The following are strong assets for this position: 

• Experience with provincial disability benefits (PWD/PPMB)
• Experience in the non-profit sector
• Background in law, social work, or a related field
• Lived experience with a disability and/or supporting people with disabilities
• Experience with legal research
• Understanding of anti-oppression principles

Salary: $48,000 per year

This position offers the following benefits after a three-month probationary period:

• 15 days of paid vacation annually
• 18 days of paid sick leave annually
• 100% of the cost of extended health and dental care benefit premiums
• 2 weeks of paid time off during DABC’s annual holiday office closure in December.

DABC is an open and diverse organization that promotes inclusive hiring practices. We encourage applications from qualified applicants who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Importantly, we are looking for people who want to make a long term commitment to our organization and have a strong desire to uphold the rights and dignities of people with disabilities.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and brief covering letter addressed to Sharareh Saremi, Program Manager of Advocacy Access at sharareh@disabilityalliancebc.org No phone calls or faxes please. 

Applications are due no later than midnight on April 24th, 2023. DABC welcomes all applications, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.