Outreach and Community Coordinator

Job Type: Permanent/Full time (35 hours a week)
Compensation: $24/hr
​Employment Term: 1 year contracts
Application ​​Closing Date: July 21st, 2025
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Who ARTSJUNKTION mb is 

Artsjunktion is a creative reuse organization that exists to increase opportunities for making and creating, reducing environmental impact, and being in good relationship with community. We provide accessible materials, skill-building, community, and space to those who want to make and create sustainably. We also provide opportunities for radical  sharing for all.

Located in the heart of downtown Winnipeg, Artsjunktion is a 5000 square foot depot space, taking in recycled art and craft material donations, and redistributing them to the public on a take-what-you-need, pay-what-you-can basis. While material redistribution has a positive environmental impact, it also increases accessibility to art, by lowering barriers to creation. We also offer art and craft programming both to the public and via other local organizations, increasing the availability of low-cost, low-impact art education in the city. 

Who SNA is 

The Spence Neighbourhood Association Inc. works with the people in the  Spence Neighbourhood to activate, engage, revitalize and renew their community in the areas of: Holistic Housing, Community Connecting, Community Economic Development, Environment and Open Spaces, and Youth & Families.

Sound Interesting? We’re Hiring!

​Artsjunktion mb in partnership with Spence Neighbourhood Association is seeking an individual to fill the role as Outreach and Community Coordinator. 

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The Outreach and Community Coordinator will work to meet the mandates of both Artsjunktion and SNA, by improving safety, increasing community engagement, and strengthening relationships within the Central, Centennial, and West Alexander neighborhoods. 

The Central Neighborhoods program is coordinating neighborhood revitalization activities in Central Park, Centennial and West Alexander. For the last few years, Central Neighborhoods has been hosted under the umbrella of Spence Neighbourhood Association (SNA) Inc. 

In 2024, SNA began collaborating with Artsjunktion MB. to host this joint position.
The Outreach and Community Coordinator will foster community connections and provide capacity-building and harm reduction programs to key stakeholders within the specified geographical boundaries.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety and Community

 

• Support Artsjunktion during open hours and at select events, supporting staff in maintaining safety protocols and serving as a resource for visiting community members.

• Lead outreach efforts to build and strengthen relationships with organizations and individuals in the community.

• Research, implement, and promote policies and practices that foster safer, more inclusive spaces within ArtsJunktion and partner organizations, including the introduction of Community Safety Hosts.

• Collaborate with Artsjunktion staff to address safety and inclusivity concerns, offering support and resources as needed.

• Advocate for the well-being of marginalized community members, including LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and individuals with disabilities, as they work to affirm their rights.

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Art & Engagement

 

• Identify and redistribute resources and materials among Artsjunktion, SNA, and other organizations and community projects.

• Facilitate community art projects that enhance central neighborhoods and foster community engagement, in collaboration with Artsjunktion staff.

• Oversee and coordinate neighborhood beautification projects, actively involving community members through outreach efforts.

• Promote community art initiatives using various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and in-person engagement.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Work experience or educational background in social services, harm reduction, community development, non-profit arts organizations, or related fields.

• Experience in community organizing, advocacy, or social justice work.

• Experience conducting research and developing policies and procedures related to safety and inclusivity.

• Training or certification in conflict resolution, mediation, or restorative justice is an asset.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a self-directed manner while part of a team. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate difficult conversations and address sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism.

• Ability to organize and facilitate community engagement events, workshops, and meetings.

Knowledge & Awareness

• Demonstrate cultural awareness and inclusivity from a decolonial perspective to ensure respectful engagement with Indigenous communities

• Knowledge of safety protocols and experience implementing policies to ensure safer spaces

• In-depth knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, with experience implementing inclusive practices in organizational settings.

• Knowledge of community resources and networks, with a focus on leveraging partnerships to support community art initiatives.

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Job Culture:

As a joint position, the Outreach and Community Coordinator works with two teams. This job requires 1-1.5 days in office at SNA, to report and track project progress and develop the direction of the position. The remainder of working time is spent with the Artsjunktion team in-person at 594 Main St, in community, off-site, and occasionally remotely when appropriate. 

Artsjunktion holds a non-hierarchical staffing model. This position reports to the Artsjunktion Board of Directors and Spence Neighbourhood Association Leadership. 

A benefits package will be provided after a 3 month probationary period. 

Submit Resume and Cover Letter to: The Hiring Committee
Email: hiring@artsjunktion.mb.ca

Artsjunktion values the experience and knowledge of people who have faced systemic and structural barriers and is committed to diversifying its workforce. We encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color; newcomers; people with differing abilities; and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to apply and self-declare in their cover letter.