Board Director   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. They will steer the organization towards a sustainable future by adopting sound, ethical and legal governance and finance management policies. 
Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Board Director will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer)  
• Various professional backgrounds are welcome 
• Make sure the organization has adequate resources to fulfill its mission 
• Attend regular board meetings 
• Make a commitment to actively participate in board and committee meetings (where applicable) 
• Stay informed about organizational and committee matters 
• Participate in fundraising for the organization 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Building and Maintenance Volunteer   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Building and Maintenance Volunteer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• In charge of basic lawn care and snow removal from driveway and sidewalk 
• Proper knowledge and safety skills to use basic power tools, snow blower, lawn maintenance equipment 
• Ability to perform simple home repairs 
• Fulfill work order requests in a timely manner 
• Attention to detail 
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve heavy lifting, standing or sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Communications Director   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston
       
    • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
    • Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
    • Development of all communication plan activities and building external relationships with the organizations constituents, including funders and the media 
    • The creation and distribution of press releases 
    • Understanding of marketing concepts in a not-for profit setting 
    • Able to lead and work collaboratively with the Marketing Committee and Social Media Manager 
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently and with minimum supervision 
    • Share our passion and dedication to making a real different in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
    • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
    • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
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Community Engagement Lead   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Community Engagement Lead will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Oversee each aspect of the solicitation of community involvement and development for Imani’s Place in an effort to increase the visibility of the organization, its programs, and fundraising events, as well as increase the number of active supporters. 
• Act as a community ambassador for the organization 
• Be open to delivering presentations in the community 
• Able to effectively lead and schedule a team of volunteers at community events 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve heavy lifting, standing or sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Fundraising and Special Events Committee Lead   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of creating awareness in the community of the services that we provide and who we provide them for. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Fundraising and Special Events Committee Lead will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Build a strong committee of volunteers 
• Design and develop a Signature fundraising event for Imani’s Place 
• Oversee the planning and execution of the Signature event 
• Organize additional activities and special events with a goal to increase funds for the organization 
• Work with Team to prospect and solicit major and corporate donors 
• Maintain relationships with current donors and funders 
• Act as a community ambassador for the organization 
• Able to effectively lead and schedule a team of volunteers  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve heavy lifting, standing or sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Gender-Based Violence Specialist   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston
       
    • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
    • Have a clear understanding of gender based violence and associated trauma 
    • Listen to clients to assess their needs and recommend resources to meet those needs 
    • Work with Program Manager to ensure the application of effective Program Planning 
    • Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
    • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
    • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
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Grant Researcher/Writer   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community and ensuring our operational sustainability. Working toward getting the story of inequality, marginalization and oppression out to the mainstream funders gives a voice to the women who have experienced it and how they are working to overcome these challenges while working with Imani’s Place. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Grant Researcher/Writer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Research, develop, write and submit proposals, letters, reports and other materials as necessary to secure grant support from foundation, corporations and government funding sources to support the organizations operations and programming initiatives. 
• Compassion, empathy and patience is a must 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Work cooperatively with the Communications Director and Programming Manager 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Graphic Designer   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community and ensuring that developed promotional material aligns with Imani’s Place brand and logo use. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team the Graphic Designer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Create visual communications to convey messages in an effective and aesthetically pleasing manner. This incorporates several tasks and responsibilities. 
• Design web pages, annual reports, advertisements, and other communication materials. 
• Oversee Imani’s Place interactions with the public through implementing content strategies on social media platforms. 
• Increase the visibility of the organization through the development of creative and dynamic material that will be placed throughout the community 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Work cooperatively with the Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Leads 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Health and Wellness Coordinator   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston
       

 

    • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
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    • Designing, Planning and Implementing the Health Promotion Campaigns within the house and/or community 
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    • Have a clear understanding of the traumatic effects of domestic violence and/or human trafficking on an individual 
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    • Listen to clients to assess their needs and recommend resources to meet those needs 
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    • Assist in monitoring the physical and mental health of the clients 
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    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
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    • Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
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    • Deliver to a high standard, in pften challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
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    • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's missions and values
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Human Resource Specialist   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of ensuring that staff and volunteers are looked after in a professional and open way. The HR Specialist will act as a catalyst when handling disputes and ensuring that policies and legislation are being followed. Working collaboratively with other members of the team, the HR Specialist will work toward the following as a volunteer: 

  • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
  • Have a clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma 
  • CHRP designate is an asset 
  • Solid understanding of labour legislation and employee recruitment 
  • Maintaining updated employee and volunteer records 
  • Support the staff culture 
  • Working with staff and volunteers to ensure that policy is being interpreted and executed in the manner for which it was intended 
  • Able to manage and implement conflict resolution practices where required 
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
  • Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
  • Deliver to a high standard in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
  • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
Human Trafficking Specialist   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston
       

 

    • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
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    • Liaising with local programs, police social service agencies and the community when required, to promote the program, exchange information to build and maintain a cooperative alliance 
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    • Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
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    • Listen to clients to assess their needs and recommend resources that meet those needs 
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    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
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    • Work with the Program Manager to ensure the application of effective Programming 
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    • Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC Women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
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    • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
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    • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
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Marketing Committee Lead   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of promoting the work that the organization does and ensures that the mediums chosen aligns themselves with the values and mission of the organization. Working to develop a plan that promotes the organization throughout the surrounding community ensures that women that need our services are aware that they exist. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani's Place Team the Marketing Committee Lead will work toward the following as a volunteer: 

  • Demonstrated experience (paid or volunteer) 
  • Have a clear understanding of marketing concepts in a not-for profit setting 
  • Clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma 
  • Able to build and lead a committee of volunteers to design and execute a cohesive marketing plan 
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
  • Graphic design skills are an asset 
  • Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
  • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
  • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
Policy and Research Analyst   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of ensuring that the day to day operations of our organization and program is being managed safely, efficiently. Policies researched and developed ensure that decisions that are being made are consistent with our values and made in the best decision on the organization, clients, staff and volunteers. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team, the Policy and Research Analyst will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Responsible for examining the efficacy of existing policies and laying out the groundwork for new policies, procedures and guidelines within the program 
• Able to research and analyze  
• Understands the role that policy development plays in the mitigation of risk 
• Able to pay special attention to detail and skilled in searching for information 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Program Manager   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston
       

 

    • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
    • Liaising with local programs, social service agencies and the community when required, to promote the program, exchange information and establish and maintain a cooperative alliance 
    • Have a clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma 
    • Liaise with the organization's specialists and coordinators to design programs that meet the needs of the clients 
    • Work with staff and volunteers to ensure the application of effective program planning 
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
    • Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking 
    • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization 
    • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's mission and values
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Social Justice Writer   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community and ensuring that the stories of the women that use our services are told. Working toward getting the story of inequality, marginalization and oppression out to the mainstream gives a voice to the women who have experienced it and how they are working to overcome these challenges while working with Imani’s Place and what social and political changes still need to be made. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team the Social Justice Writer will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of domestic violence, human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Research and gather evidence-based content from sources to support content development.  
• Write interesting and engaging copy for reports, fact sheets, proposals, web-based material, presentations, newsletters and other media.  
• Contribute to the ongoing reporting and dissemination of data, evidence and policy documents arising from Imani’s Place and network partner activities and initiatives. 
• Provide general writing support to Imani’s Place staff. 
• Undertake copy editing and revision of text to ensure it is clear, concise, coherent, and consistent.  
• Ensure overall compliance with guidelines when developing all content to determine tone, reading level, spelling and grammar rules, protocols for citation, word count and page length and glossary terms.  
• Liaise with experts, content producers, editors and other communication experts to ensure accuracy of content and quality of information for written products. 
• Comply with organizational processes for preparing and approving materials. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• May involve sitting for extended periods of time 
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Social Media Manager   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of promoting the values and mission of the organization in the community. Working collaboratively with other members of the Imani’s Place Team the Social Media Manager Lead will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 
• Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer) 
• Have a clear understanding of human trafficking and associated trauma 
• Graphic design experience is an asset 
• Oversee Imani’s Place interactions with the public through implementing content strategies on social media platforms. 
• Increase the visibility of the organization, its programs, and fundraising events, as well as increase the number of active supporters. 
• Identify trends in customer interactions and planning digital campaigns to build community online. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision 
• Work cooperatively with the Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Leads 
• Share our passion and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of women (particularly BIPOC women) who have experienced trauma through domestic violence and/or human trafficking. 
• Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
• You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values.

Workshop Facilitator   Simcoe County 
Imani's Place Foundation
Alliston

Integral part of the women’s healing journey and helping survivors move forward to a safe, positive and healthy tomorrow. Topics to be considered (but are not limited to) are Finance and Budgeting, Goal Setting, Time Management, Meal Planning on a Budget, Stress Management, and Importance of a Healthy Work/Life Balance. You will be provided with an outline of guidelines. 
 
Working collaboratively with the Program Manager and Health & Wellness Coordinator, the Workshop Facilitator will work toward the following, as a volunteer: 

  • Demonstrated experience required (paid or volunteer)  
  • Various professional backgrounds are welcome 
  • Have internet capabilities to deliver the workshop virtually through Zoom. 
  • When developing workshops you will:  
    • have a heightened awareness and understanding that trauma comes in all forms  
    • Understand that we have all experienced trauma in some form 
    • Be sensitive to the fact that each person experiences trauma differently 
    • Avoid making assumptions about a person’s past experiences 
    • Always consider the ways in which race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, ability, education, language, geographic location, socio-economic status, etc reflect the information and dialogue throughout your presentation
     
  • Deliver to a high standard, in often challenging circumstances, both ethically and professionally and are able to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse organization.  
  • You will demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s mission and values