The London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership (LMLIP) is a collaborative community initiative. LMLIP is one of thirty five Local Immigration Partnerships across Ontario funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and supported by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration (MCI) and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).  LMLIP is co-led by the City of London and United Way London & Middlesex.  Reporting directly to the LMLIP Project Coordinator, this position supports the facilitation of a community initiative to enhance the integration of immigrants into the London and Middlesex Community.  A more detailed description is attached.

Key Outcomes for the Position:
• Provide all clerical support to the project, including general office work, internal and external reporting, minute taking,  data collection and statistical reporting within specific timelines and with attention to detail and complete accuracy;
• Seek out and develop resources to support the work of the project, specifically the Central Council and its six sub-councils.
• Consult and communicate on a regular basis with the LMLIP Co-Chairs;
• Plan, organize and deliver community planning processes and events in an effective and coordinated manner;
• Liaises with other staff and community partners, attend and participate in community committees and events;
• Coordinate communication activities and provide supports as required related to purpose, events and activities of LMLIP, Central Council and its Sub-Councils;
• Ensure that LMLIP has an active social media presence;
• Update LMLIP website to ensure relevant, current and timely content;
• Contribute to the overall objectives of the LMLIP through open, positive and professional communication and interaction; and
• Work within a team to provide support to colleagues and umbrella organization through involvement in internal activities and committees and support of day to day job functions;
• Conduct all work, interactions and communications in a way that reflects the integrity, ethical conduct and corporate responsibility of LMLIP, its community partners, sponsors and funders and results in a positive public view of the same.

Competencies and Minimum Requirements:
• One to three years of relevant experience;
• Strong administrative and clerical skills including problem solving, minute taking, filing, project reporting, data collection, database skills, meeting multiple deadlines and multi-tasking;
• Excellent organizational skills, in-depth knowledge of administration and record-keeping using electronic database;
• Advanced level of proficiency in Word, Powerpoint and Excel;
• Highly effective interpersonal  and communication skills for internal and external relationships;
• Enthusiasm for and skill working in a team environment;
• Mature, confident, pleasant attitude;
• Understanding of issues related to successful settlement of immigrants and newcomers; and
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours (some evening and weekend work).

How to apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to Huda Hussein, the LMLIP Project Coordinator by e-mail at hhussein@lmlip.ca by Wednesday, February 4 at 4:30 pm.  No applications received after the deadline will be considered.

Please note:
We appreciate receiving all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be acknowledged or contacted.  Resumes will not be kept on file for future reference.