Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.
Job Title: Itinerant Settlement Liaison
Location: St. John’s, NL
Position Type: 1 full-time position until March 31, 2026 with a possibility of extension pending budget availability and satisfactory performance
Closing date: Until filled
Reporting to the Settlement Services Manager, the Itinerant Settlement Liaison partners with local community-based organizations to enhance newcomer settlement. The role focuses on providing services for newcomers in the community, and engages with newcomer youth and their families to identify needs, gaps, and opportunities. The Itinerant Settlement Liaison works closely with community partners to develop location-centred settlement programming and connections, and assist individuals with navigating existing services that best meet their needs. This position will build strong stakeholder relationships and provide regular reports and recommendations through the life of the project.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Develop community partnerships in neighbourhoods to support newcomer families, expanding ANC settlement service outreach
Develop community/neighbourhood programs and services that are culturally sensitive and trauma-informed
Enhance collaboration between agencies supporting newcomer populations
Work closely with individuals and families to identify needs and barriers and develop a plan to improve the settlement experience
Support newcomers to build strong community connections
Increase participation in community programs through program development and delivery of cultural appropriate topics of interests
Promote public awareness and support of recreational programs by engaging stakeholders
Record and compile client statistics and accomplishments to accurately include in monthly activity and narrative reports
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field with 2 plus years’ experience supporting vulnerable populations
Skilled in relationship building and stakeholder engagement
Skilled in identifying barriers and developing an individual and/or family support plan to encourage program participation
Champion of community engagement, inclusion, and participation
Experienced in modifying or creating programming to support client needs
Ability to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication (both written and oral) skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office package and G-Suite; and easily adaptable to funder reporting systems
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Great attention to detail and precision in report writing and compliance requirements
Ability to speak a second language related to the newcomer population is an asset
Conditions of Employment:
Legal authorization to work in Canada
Flexible to work outside of standard core hours (Monday-Friday, 9am -5pm)
Valid class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
Daily local travel is required
Position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
How to Apply
Please upload a cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to https://associationfornewcanadians.bamboohr.com/careers/210
Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and
Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all
candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified
applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment
process.
Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.
