Connections Youth Coordinator

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation Become our Connections and Youth Coordinator! Inspired by our Christian values our unique culture fosters diversity and a workplace that strives to ensure all our employees feel respected and included. At ADRA Canada we offer challenging careers that play an important role in positively impacting the futures of vulnerable families and especially the lives of women and girls all over the world. We offer flexible working arrangements competitive compensation and generous benefits ongoing learning and development opportunities and a supportive and meaningful environment where we work together to achieve our goals. Come and be a part of our highperforming team where together we are working to lift people out of poverty establish hope empower communities and create positive and longlasting change!

The Connections & Youth Coordinator is the key point of contact for ADRA Canadas youthcentered programs and is a passionate advocate for empowering and engaging youth in ADRA Canadas mission. Embodying ADRA Canadas values of being Connected Courageous and Compassionate the Connections & Youth Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and leading ADRAs youthfocused fundraising efforts and youth trips to deepen their understanding of ADRA Canadas work and purpose to deliver justice compassion and love.

Reporting to: Philanthropy & Marketing Director

Department: Philanthropy & Marketing

Location: ADRA Canada Headquarters in Newcastle ON Canada is preferred. However remote work within Canada will also be considered on a casebycase basis.

Employment Type: Fulltime

Travel: International and/or National travel required approximately 68 times per year year.

Work Hours: 38 hours per week with a 4day work week option as well as hybrid option 3 days in office and 1 day work from home).

Application Closing Date: April 24 2025

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Seventhday Adventist Church Relations/Ministry 10 of each workweek)

• Participate in daily worship and prayers. All employees take turns in leading worship for all employees.
• Be prepared to counsel callers (including church members and others) on role of Seventhday Adventist mission and pray with them.
• Encourage partners (including Seventhday Adventist Conferences and congregations in Canada other Canadian and foreign Seventhday Adventist entities and the worldwide ADRA network) in the mission of ADRA and the Seventhday Adventist Church. Educate them as necessary about the ministry role of ADRA Canada as part of the worldwide Seventhday Adventist Church movement consistent with the religious teachings of the Church.
• As requested contribute to corporate publications and represent ADRA Canada and its mission at presentations/speaker appointment requests particularly with ADRA Canadas partners.
• Ensure that all ADRA Canada activities are carried out in accordance with the values and religious beliefs of the ADRA network and the Seventhday Adventist Church.
• As part of the ADRA Canada ministry act in a way that reflects the religious beliefs and practices of the Seventhday Adventist Church both on and off duty.

B. Operations/Technical 90 of each work week)

PEERTOPEER FUNDRAISING:

• Strategic development and implementation of a peertopeer fundraising platform that encourages greater youth (individual church school etc. involvement.
• Provide guidance resources and support to peertopeer fundraisers ensuring success in their campaigns.
• Cultivate and grow the youth donor base utilizing platforms like social media to increase engagement.
  

YOUNG FUNDRAISERS INITIATIVE:

• Develop and oversee a Change the World Young Fundraisers initiative to engage younger generations as a recognition system for Think Tanks HackaThons and individual campaigners.
• Build relationships with young potential fundraisers offering them tools and motivation to raise funds for ADRAs initiatives.
  

CHAMPIONS/ADVOCATES SCHOOL POINT OF CONTACT:

• Serve as the primary contact for schools and organizations engaged in the Champions/Advocates program.
• Develop partnerships with schools to involve students in ADRAs mission.
• Facilitate communication and create opportunities for young advocates to get involved in awareness campaigns projects and events.
  

HOPE HARVEST FUNDRAISING POINT OF CONTACT:

• Function as the point of contact for promoting any fundraisers.
• Collaborate with schools universities youth groups and churches to mobilize them for any fundraising campaigns.
• Provide support and guidance to ensure that young people are equipped and motivated to fundraise for ADRA initiatives.
  

CONNECTIONS TRIPS

• Expand the ADRA Connections brand/program within key constituencies including Canadabased universities churches conferences corporate groups and others through activities speaking engagements presentations and promotions.
• Develop ADRA Connections volunteer units across Canada.
• Work with international ADRA offices and National program teams to establish relevant ADRA Connections projects to engage various groups including youth professionals church members and corporate groups.
• Liaise between interested groups and ADRA Country offices to organize ADRA Connections trips.
• Coordinate with the Director to set annual budget targets and manage budgets as well as identify new ADRA Connections sites.
• Monitor & support ADRA Connections fundraising efforts and liaise with finance staff regarding funds.
• Ensure marketing materials are developed to promote ADRA Connections to different target groups including universities churches corporate groups and others.
• Coordinate and lead 68 youthfocused trips per year ensuring all logistics communication and travelarrangements are handled effectively.
• Lead training and prepare induction resources for volunteer groups and leaders.
• Liaise regularly with group leadership to ensure compliance with Adventist Risk Management (ARM) regarding risk management services and insurance and that safety measures are in place.
• Review and monitor compliance with risk management plans.
• Mentor and support ADRA Connection trip leaders.
• Foster personal connections between youth participants and the communities ADRA serves avoiding voluntourism and ensuring compliance with ethical photography and media sharing.
• Lead group activities and facilitate meaningful reflection sessions to deepen participants understanding of ADRAs impact.
  

*Perform other duties as designated by the Director.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND CORE COMPETENCIES

MustHaves:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field (i.e. Education International Development Youth Ministry etc..
• Demonstrated experience in youth leadership/youth ministry managing school partnerships and international/national youth trips.
• Experience with international development humanitarian aid or community service projects (volunteer or professional).
• A citizen or permanent resident of Canada or the ability to legally work in Canada by virtue of holding a current valid work permit (if required).
• Superior planning & organizing skills Able to set clearly defined objectives; plan activities and multiple projects well in advance and take account of possible changing circumstances.
• Dynamic leadership & supervisory skills Able to lead inspire and motivate youth providing clear direction and setting appropriate standards of behaviour.
• Excellent presentation & communication skills Able to speak clearly and fluently in English; express opinions information and key points of an argument clearly; and build relationships with a wide range of individuals.
• Creative and innovative thinker Able to produce new ideas approaches or insights; and creates innovative designs.
• Selfstarter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problemsolving skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with local communities and partners in a respectful way.
• Understanding of and commitment to programming and communications that respect the human rights of all persons ADRA serves especially the rights of women and girls.
  

NicetoHaves:

• Masters degree in relevant field.
• First aid & CPR C HEAT and psychological and mental health first aid certification or willing to obtain.
• Experience traveling internationally especially to lowresource or highrisk areas.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Task Management software virtual communication platforms and awareness of CRM software webpage logistics and fundraising tools.
• Fluent written and oral communication skills in French.

ADRA CANADA DESCRIPTION & PURPOSE STATEMENT
ADRA Canada(the Adventist Development and Relief Agency Canada) is the Canadian relief and development agency of the Seventhday Adventist Church. ADRA Canadas purpose is to serve humanity so all may live as God intended.

ADRA Canada and all its employees are engaged in supporting the vision of the Seventhday Adventist Church in Canada SDACC which is Proclaiming Christ Nurturing Believers and Serving Humanity. The ministry of ADRA Canada is an important part of the Christian mission of the Seventhday Adventist Church and is done in harmony with its religious beliefs and practices.

Therefore being employed by ADRA Canada requires personal commitment to its mission and lifestyle. The holder of this position will reflect in their personal and professional life the Christian values as taught by the Seventhday Adventist Church as referenced in the employment contract. The employee acknowledges and agrees that this position is one of ministry within the Seventhday Adventist Church and that membership in the Seventhday Adventist Church and adherence to the fundamental faith and religious beliefs and practices of the Seventhday Adventist Church is essential to the proper performance of the duties of the position. The employee must conduct him/herself both on and off duty in accordance with the religious beliefs and teachings of the Seventhday Adventist Church in all respects so as not to damage ADRA Canadas reputation or harm the employees ability to fulfil all of the positions obligations. The employee must inform the Chief Executive Officer if they no longer adhere to or maintain belief in the fundamental faith and religious beliefs and practices of the Seventhday Adventist Church.

WHY A CAREER WITH ADRA CANADA

ADRA Canada is one of the leading humanitarian and development organizations in Canada. Our reputation has been built by our amazing and dedicated team of knowledgeable skilled and experienced staff who carry out ADRAs mission each and every day. At ADRA Canada we offer exciting and challenging careers that play an important role in positively impacting the futures of vulnerable families and especially the lives of women and girls all over the world. Inspired by our Christian values ADRA is active in over 130 countries globally delivering justice compassion and love so that all may live as God intended.

ADRA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a inclusive barrierfree recruitment and selection processes including our work environment. We especially welcome applications from women Indigenous peoples and members of racialized communities.

ADRA Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please inform us within your application if you require any accommodations and every effort will be made to meet your needs.

Consistent with our Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Harassment Exploitation and Abuse Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check including a vulnerable sector screen as a condition of employment.

Due to a high volume of applicants only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are chosen to move forward our interview process typically follows this sequence:

• One hour inperson/virtual get to know you interview with a member of the HR team Hiring Manager and sometimes another senior staff member. This interview will evaluate values and culture fit.
• One hour in person/virtual technical interview with a member of the HR team and the Hiring Manager and/or the Department Director.
• Depending on the role in some cases a 30 minute to 2hour technical skills test will be required.
• Reference checks.
• A decision is communicated and an offer is extended subject to criminal background check.

At ADRA we aim to complete the entire process above within six 6 weeks. If at any time we decide to end your candidacy you will be notified of this by a member of our team in writing. We would appreciate it if you extend us that same courtesy.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The terms and conditions shall be read in conjunction with theADRA Canada Human Resources Manual(as amended from time to time) the contents of which form part of the employees obligations to ADRA Canada. The obligations of ADRA Canada are as set out in theADRA Canada Human Resources Manualand the applicable employment standards legislation and regulations whichever obligations are greater. The employer will have no other obligations except as expressly set out in a written employment contract.

Performance Review: A Performance Review will typically be conducted after the first three months in the position. All employees will be required to participate in semiannual Performance Reviews.

Job Description Continuous Review:This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and can be modified at any time to meet the needs of ADRA Canada.

Physical Requirements:Must be able to read speak and hear. Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Some standing walking bending kneeling carrying of light items etc. are required. Standard work hours as defined by theADRA Canada Human Resources Manual are required.

Working Conditions: Essential responsibilities are performed either in the office or in travelling conditions.

• Within the office the work is primarily in a sedentary and comfortable environment with tasks usually performed under normal office conditions with little or no noticeable discomfort. The work area is well lit and ventilated.
• If travelling (international and/or domestic) there will be difficult conditions and challenging environments particularly to destinations in the developing world.