Job Description

“The Four Pillar Model: Community-Led Capacity Building and Priority Setting”- Project Coordinator

Overview:

The Four Pillar Approach to substance use is a key strategy used in both federal and provincial planning across Ontario. This evidence-based model focuses on Harm Reduction, Prevention, Treatment, and Enforcement. Despite its prominence, it has been critiqued for its silo-ed approach and lack of meaningful involvement of people with living and lived expertise of drug use (PWLLE). This project aims to address these gaps through a PWLLE-led initiative.

Position:

Project Coordinator

Location:

Remote (Ontario-based preferred)

Type:

Contract

Duration:

7 Months

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: Lead and manage the overall project, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Coordination of Meetings: Organize and facilitate a four-part virtual meeting series, each focusing on one of the Four Pillars (Harm Reduction, Prevention, Treatment, Enforcement).
Community Engagement: Work with the Ontario Network of People who Use Drugs (ONPUD) to form and support a PWLLE-member Guidance Committee.
Collaboration: Engage with health system partners including public health, community health, policy makers, and researchers.
Capacity Building: Develop and disseminate educational materials to strengthen PWLLE communities’ knowledge of the Four Pillar Approach.
Action Prioritization: Facilitate group activities during meetings to identify and prioritize action strategies.
Knowledge Sharing: Develop and disseminate summary reports and other knowledge tools based on meeting outcomes.
Stakeholder Communication and Engagement: Maintain regular communication with all stakeholders, including PWLLE communities and health system partners.

Required Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in the public health or community engagement sector.
Knowledge: Familiarity with the Four Pillar Approach to substance use and issues affecting PWLLE communities.
Skills: Strong organizational, facilitation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom).

Preferred Attributes:

Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams and committees.
Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with community members and health system partners.
Commitment: Passion for social justice, equity, and community-led initiatives.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing project needs and stakeholder requirements.

Compensation: taxes are included in the pay and the coordinator is responsible for ensuring the payment is made.

Total per 4 weeks 914.28

Total after 28 weeks 6399.96

Application Process:

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Ashley Smoke at Smokeconsultingservices@gmail.com & Ken Miller at ken.miller@cdnaids.ca by August 9, 2024 at 5PM EST.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of Drug Using Communities and advancing substance use strategies through meaningful engagement and collaboration.

Ontario Network of People who Use Drugs (ONPUD)

Ashley Smoke, President

Smokeconsultingservices@gmail.com; Ashleyssmoke@gmail.com

Cassandra Smith, Vice-President

Cassandrasmithconsulting@gmail.com

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