Community Development Worker (Canada Summer Jobs)

Action For Healthy Communities

Job Location:

Edmonton - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Duration:

This position will run from June 1st 2026 to July 24th 2026 with a duration of 8 weeks depending on the assigned summer program site. This period includes preparation training and program delivery.

Weekly Hours :

35.00 Hours per week

This position is available through the Canada Summer Job Placements.

To be eligible to apply you must:

be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
be a Canadian Citizen Permanent Resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

About AHC

Action for Healthy Communities (AHC) is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to building the capacity of individuals and groups to improve their lives and communities. Through mentorship training and community development AHC supports inclusive growth empowerment and well-being across diverse populations. Our work is grounded in the values of collaboration engagement participation personal development Inclusivity innovation and excellence.

Why Join AHC

Meaningful work supporting community development projects and staff PD.
A collaborative inclusive and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth training and development.
A role where your digital interpersonal and administrative skills make a measurable difference.

Job Summary

As part of the Community Development Unit (CDU) The Project Assistant will help our CDU Strategy Leads in implementing project activities focused on facilitating leadership training for community leaders and professional development trainings for staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities include:

Assisting CDU Strategy Leads in the creation of outreach material by using digital media platforms incorporating artificial intelligence and conducting outreach and assessment with the training target participants (community leaders staff and volunteers).
Supporting CDU Strategy Leads in the development and implementation of training strategies for each project target audience.
Provide logistic support to ensure training sessions are delivered effectively for the target audiences.
Coordinate planning and delivery of onsite offsite and/or virtual trainings.
Support planning and hosting of stakeholder interactions.
Completing administrative tasks such as writing summaries/reports collecting and tracking participants information ongoing communications with participants and stakeholders tracking and maintaining training records and conducting evaluations as needed.
Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.

We are looking for a passionate individual with experience in project execution. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. If you are interested in this position please submit your resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

2 years experience in a role facilitating project planning and implementation.
Strong organizational skills accuracy in documentation and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Adaptability & Stress Management.
Digital & Computer Proficiency (CRMs MS 365/Office other cloud tools)
Some experience in facilitation & coaching.
Fluency in English; additional languages an asset.
Cross-Cultural Communication & Interpersonal Skills.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving. Accuracy Documentation & Attention to Detail.

Working Conditions:

Working hours: Standard - Monday-Friday 9am-5pm(required flex schedule evening and weekend. Work hours will be modified when needed for training and stakeholder meetings scheduled to take place outside regular business hours.
Work location: AHC Main Office Centre in downtown Edmonton.
Occasional meetings or training sessions may take place offsite

How to apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role No Later than May 8th 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest!

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Duration: This position will run from June 1st 2026 to July 24th 2026 with a duration of 8 weeks depending on the assigned summer program site. This period includes preparation training and program delivery.Weekly Hours :35.00 Hours per weekThis position is available through the Canada Summer Job Pl...

Duration:

This position will run from June 1st 2026 to July 24th 2026 with a duration of 8 weeks depending on the assigned summer program site. This period includes preparation training and program delivery.

Weekly Hours :

35.00 Hours per week

This position is available through the Canada Summer Job Placements.

To be eligible to apply you must:

be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
be a Canadian Citizen Permanent Resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

About AHC

Why Join AHC

Meaningful work supporting community development projects and staff PD.
A collaborative inclusive and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth training and development.
A role where your digital interpersonal and administrative skills make a measurable difference.

Job Summary

Responsibilities include:

Assisting CDU Strategy Leads in the creation of outreach material by using digital media platforms incorporating artificial intelligence and conducting outreach and assessment with the training target participants (community leaders staff and volunteers).
Supporting CDU Strategy Leads in the development and implementation of training strategies for each project target audience.
Provide logistic support to ensure training sessions are delivered effectively for the target audiences.
Coordinate planning and delivery of onsite offsite and/or virtual trainings.
Support planning and hosting of stakeholder interactions.
Completing administrative tasks such as writing summaries/reports collecting and tracking participants information ongoing communications with participants and stakeholders tracking and maintaining training records and conducting evaluations as needed.
Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

2 years experience in a role facilitating project planning and implementation.
Strong organizational skills accuracy in documentation and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Adaptability & Stress Management.
Digital & Computer Proficiency (CRMs MS 365/Office other cloud tools)
Some experience in facilitation & coaching.
Fluency in English; additional languages an asset.
Cross-Cultural Communication & Interpersonal Skills.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving. Accuracy Documentation & Attention to Detail.

Working Conditions:

Working hours: Standard - Monday-Friday 9am-5pm(required flex schedule evening and weekend. Work hours will be modified when needed for training and stakeholder meetings scheduled to take place outside regular business hours.
Work location: AHC Main Office Centre in downtown Edmonton.
Occasional meetings or training sessions may take place offsite

How to apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role No Later than May 8th 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest!

Required Experience:

Junior IC