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APF Canada is a not-for-profit organization focused on strengthening ties between Canada and Asia through its research, education, and convening activities, such as the APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership.

We are seeking a proactive Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Coordinator for the APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership on contract, full-time employment. This position reports to the Senior Program Manager, APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership.

Phase Two of the APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership is a five-year project (2022-2027) funded by the Government of Canada that aims to improve inclusive economic growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), especially those led by women and young women.

The application deadline is December 12, 2024 (at 11:59 p.m./PT). The anticipatory start date of this position is January 2025. Applications must be submitted via BambooHR. Please ensure your application is complete prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Major Responsibilities

Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) 50%

• Support the coordination of gender-responsive and inclusive MSME-related research and monitor relevant public policies, trends and emerging gender equality issues;
• Assists in the development of project reports, action plans, policy briefs, recommendations and communication materials that support poverty reduction, gender equality and women’s economic empowerment;
• Assist with the coordination of gender-responsive procurement and budgeting
• Assist in coordinating gender-responsive and inclusive meetings, consultations, and partnership events, including conferences, roundtables, workshops, and training sessions with leaders and experts from Canada and other APEC economies;
• Support ongoing coordination of gender-related activities through the project’s implementation and assist with monitoring and evaluation.

Project Co-ordination and Administration 50% 

• Contribute to Project meeting agendas, materials, speaking points, and presentations, including convenings such as the APEC Small and Medium Enterprise Working Group and APEC Business Advisory Council
• Support the preparation and submission of reports to the project donor, including annual and semi-annual reports, work plans, financial forms and reporting, and other documents.
• Maintain an updated and organized project management information system with project tasks and milestones.
• Communicate internally with the Project Team and APF Canada’s staff, executive leadership, and Board, and externally with project stakeholders, academics, experts, and government representatives, including drafting letters, emails, and other communications materials.
• Other tasks and event logistical support on the ground may be assigned from time to time.

Successful applicants will have the following qualifications

• Graduate education in international development, public policy, business management, non-profit management, administration, or communications (or another related field of study) is highly desirable. An equivalent combination of undergraduate education and two to three years of work experience will be considered. 
• Two to three years of experience with GESI and project co-ordination, management, or administrative work in international development, government, non-profit organizations, or research is essential.
• Excellent ability to manage multiple work assignments simultaneously, identify priorities, develop timelines, and use sound judgment to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communicator in English with an ability to respectfully engage with multiple stakeholder groups from government, research institutes, business associations, and civil society.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Displays tact and professionalism and can work with organizationally sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and respect for the nature of work.

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Previous work experience in supporting a Global Affairs Canada-funded international development project is highly desirable; 
• Knowledge about issues related to MSMEs and entrepreneurship, particularly in the context of fostering sustainable development and poverty reduction, and promoting gender equality;
• Basic knowledge in project management is an asset.
• Completion of the Government of Canada’s Gender Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) certificate or other gender equality, inclusion, and diversity training is an asset.
• The ability to work in French or an Asian language relevant to Phase Two is an asset.

Eligibility

Applicants should have a valid and legal authorization to work in Canada upon application. The successful applicant will ideally work out of Vancouver, BC, on a Hybrid Schedule (two days onsite/three days off-site) from APF Canada’s head office in downtown Vancouver, Monday to Friday, during regular office hours (approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $45,000-55,000. Salary offer will be determined commensurate with experience and level of expertise subject to APF Canada’s salary band. APF Canada’s total remuneration package for this role includes a non-contributory extended health care coverage, including dependents, above mandatory paid time-off days and a flexible and hybrid work schedule.

Application Procedures

Applications must be submitted via BambooHR and should include the following documents MERGED in ONE PDF file. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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•    One-page Cover Letter detailing the applicant’s career interests and goals and why they are interested in working with the Foundation
•    Résumé detailing the applicant’s academic background, skills, and professional experiences.
•    Original Writing Sample of no more than 10 pages, single-spaced in English. A functioning URL to a writing sample is acceptable.
•    Name, title, and contact information (email and phone number) for two professional references. References will only be contacted if the applicant is short-listed for the role.

The application deadline is December 12, 2024 (at 11:59 p.m./PT). Please ensure your application is complete prior to submission.

Please add notifications@app.bamboohr.com to your contact list to ensure delivery of our correspondence.  For questions, please send an email to apfcanada-msme@asiapacific.ca.

Guidelines on the Fair Use of AI

At the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, we recognize that AI is becoming an integral part of our daily lives, and we see its potential to enhance innovation, streamline processes, save time, and ultimately amplify our mission. All applications are reviewed by a human. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.

We view AI as a tool to support creativity throughout your job search when used for such things as polishing resumés. However, should your application progress to the interview phase,  please ensure that any AI tools are turned off during interviews. Otherwise, we will not be able to assess your ability to showcase original ideas or get a true sense of your skills and passion for joining the Foundation.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but due to the anticipated high volume of applications, we will only be able to reach out to those who best meet the qualifications and requirements for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Thank you for your understanding.

Furthermore, submitting your application in response to our job postings is deemed to be consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment and assessing your suitability for employment. APF Canada respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.