Location: St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 3380 Barnstead Lane, Halifax

Date: Saturday March 31st, 2012

Time: 2pm -5pm

Agenda for the Event:

1)      Welcome/  Community Networking

2)      Chairman’s Welcome

• Annual Report 2012

3)      Community Dialogue and Consultation

4)      Nutrition Break

5)      Treasurer’s Report

• Budget for the New Fiscal Year

6)      Election of New Officers to the ADAM Board of Directors

Information regarding  the process, detailed description of elected officers for the Election of Board and Executive Committee, can be found in the ADAM Constitution and Bylaws http://www.adamns.ca/resources/annual-report/.

We look forward to see you all there!

Refreshment, food and entertainment will be provided.

Responsibilities of the position:

- supporting the work of other staff members

- staffing the front desk at the office

- responding to phone and email messages

- performing general office administration work.

- reaching out to the ADAM community to promote ADAM programs and events.

Qualifications:

- university education in arts, social sciences, community services, business administration or related disciplines is preferred.

- advanced computer skills in MS office applications

- excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- familiarity with public relations and marketing an asset

- at least 2 years experience working with a non-profit or government organization is preferred, and prior experience in immigrant services is a definite asset.

- in particular, prior experience as a member volunteering with ADAM and knowledge of the African immigrant community in Nova Scotia is an asset.

We have been asked by our funders to fill this position as soon as possible, so those interested should forward their resumes/cvs to secretary@adamns.ca by Friday, December 9th.

Program Coordinator for Settlement Services

Job description:

Program Coordinator for Settlement Services will direct the Program Coordinator for Partnership Intervention Program for the Integration and Retention of African Canadian Immigrants in Nova Scotia (hereafter PIP), which is supported by funding by the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration. The position also includes a responsibility for assisting with tasks associated with the daily activities at the ADAM office.

Principle job duties and responsibilities:

• will be responsible for the overall management of all of ADAM’s settlement services which includes reporting, evaluation, proposal writing, fundraising, contacts with partners and donors, and other activities related to immigration and settlement services,
• will develop strategies for increasing the membership and volunteer activities of ADAM,
• will develop a budget for the PIP, and will also manage the financial reporting for ADAM as a whole, in cooperation with the ADAM Board Treasurer,
• whenever possible, will assist in ADAM day to day office activities and projects,
• will communication with ADAM membership and maintain the membership list in cooperation with the ADAM Board Secretary,
• will manage volunteer staff as required,
• will provide regular oral and written reports to ADAM Board.

Qualifications:

• university degree in arts, social sciences, community services, business administration or related disciplines is preferred.
• advanced computer skills in MS office applications
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• familiarity with public relations and marketing an asset
• at least 2 years experience working with a non-profit or government organization is preferred, and prior experience in immigrant services is a definite asset.
• solid project development/management experience is an asset.

Position package:

• 7.5hr/ day, 5 days a week.
• annual salary of $46,000, prorated to 22 weeks.
• position will commence immediately upon selection of candidate.

To apply for this position, please submit CV or resume by email to: secretary@adamns.ca

United We Stand in Diversity, Democracy, Prosperity & Peace.

Position Title: African Women’s Wellness Project (AWWP) Coordinator and Office Assistant

Job description:

The AWWP Project Coordinator and Office Assistant is responsible for assisting with tasks associated with the daily activities at the ADAM office, and in particular will direct the African Women Wellness Project sponsored by the IWK. The AWWP Project Coordinator and Office Assistant will assist in manage and facilitate ADAM activities such as communications, meetings, and scheduling. The AWWP Project Coordinator and Office Assistant reports to the ADAM Board in planning project activities to assure deliverables and other works are performed in accordance with the established ADAM procedures.

Principle job duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in ADAM day to day office activities and projects.
• Assist ADAM secretary to preparing for board and general annual meetings (AGM).
• Organize, coordinate, and market healthcare forums related to African Women Wellness
  Program sponsored by IWK.
• Write evaluation reports about each forum in the African Women Wellness
  Program.
• Document activities and develop feedback reports that communicate ADAM projects and activities.
• Maintain communication with ADAM members and external partners.
• Provide regular oral and written reports to ADAM Secretary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in community service/business administration/ healthcare or related disciplines is preferred.
• Experience working with a non-profit organization in the above-mentioned areas is preferred.
• Prior experience in public health is a definite asset.
• Solid project development/management experience is an asset.

Position package:

• Paid contract: 10 hours per week at $20 per hour.
• Volunteer supplement: 6 hours per week.
• Position will commence immediately upon selection of candidate and will conclude on March 6, 2012.

To apply for this position, please submit CV or resume by email to: secretary@adamns.ca

Sexual Health Part 1: For youths ages 13-18

This forum is special designed to give youths a platform on which they can learn about sexual health care, allowing them to also gain knowledge on the issues of sexual violence. There will be lots of fun activities and refreshments.

Date:  Friday, October 14^th, 2011 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location: Faith Tabernacle Church, 6225 Summit Street.

Sexual Health Part 2: For Women and Youth Ages (19+)

This forum is designed to give women a platform to voice their concerns and ask question pertaining to the issues of sexual health and violence. This will give women an opportunity to have quality interaction and engagement with professionals in a safe and comfortable environment.

Date: Friday, October 29^th, 2011 @ 6:30 – 8:00pm

Location: St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 3380 Barnstead Lane.

For more information on the upcoming health care series please contact, Keira Carey 902-404-3670 or admin@adamns.ca

See poster for more information.