Community Developer - Community and Social Services

Community Developer – Community and Social Services

Application Deadline:

11/16/2026

Posting Date:

11/04/2026

Organization:

South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre

Job Title Community Developer – Community and Social Services Total Hours of work per week 35 Compensation Amount / Range $69,833.40 - $82,173.00 Existing Vacancy Yes No Is Artificial Intelligence used for screening or assessment of candidates Yes No The South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre (SEOCHC) is a community-based organization that has provided integrated, interdisciplinary team-based care for over 40 years. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of people who face inequities – by providing accessible community health and social services. We look to bring people together with the resources, expertise and services they need so that we can do our part to build a healthy, thriving community. At the heart of our delivery model are our shared commitment to equity and social justice, whole person health, community collaboration, heart driven integrity and evidence informed excellence. Our talented, passionate team at SEOCHC makes a real and tangible impact on the lives of the residents of our community. We collaborate to deliver best-in-class services and care, and we’re looking for our next Community Developer to join us in our mission. The Community Developer functions as a member of the Community Services team. This position involves working with groups and organizations in the diverse communities of South-East Ottawa in order to encourage and support community residents and organizations to identify their needs and develop strategies to address their concerns. The Community Developer conducts community needs assessments and coordinates, develops, implements, monitors and evaluates community development and related activities. The Community Developer takes the lead in centre-wide and strategic level health promotion and community development activities. This is a full-time, indeterminate position working 35 hours per week .

Key Responsibilities

• Foster community engagement by supporting residents, community groups, and organizations to identify needs, develop solutions, and build community capacity.
• Lead and support community development initiatives, including advocacy, outreach, partnership building, leadership development, and community-based projects.
• Collaborate with community members, stakeholders, and partner organizations to address social determinants of health and advance community priorities.
• Facilitate community participation in planning, decision-making, and collective action initiatives at the local and regional levels.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community networks, coalitions, committees, and other external partners.
• Identify emerging community issues, opportunities, and potential conflicts, and support strategies for resolution and positive change.
• Contribute to proposal development, funding opportunities, and other initiatives that strengthen community programs and services.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to assess community needs, develop programs, and support integrated service delivery.
• Participate in organizational planning, quality improvement, policy development, evaluation, and accreditation activities.
• Promote awareness of Centre programs and services and encourage community participation and engagement.
• Maintain accurate documentation, contribute to data collection and reporting requirements, and support research and evaluation activities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and uphold all organizational policies, standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Post-secondary degree in Community Development, Social Work, Health Promotion, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in community development, community engagement, advocacy, social action, or a related field.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in French and/or other languages commonly spoken within the community (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Somali) is considered a strong asset.
• Experience working with diverse communities and collaborating within interdisciplinary or multi-sector teams.
• Demonstrated skills in community engagement, facilitation, capacity building, program development, partnership development, advocacy, and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of social determinants of health, poverty-related issues, community resources, and community support systems.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with program evaluation, community-based research, grant writing, and proposal development is considered an asset.
• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle, as regular travel between multiple work locations and throughout the community is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications.
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits.
• Generous paid leave provisions.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment.

Artificial Intelligence will not be used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. Thank you for your time and interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Centre is committed to employment equity. SEOCHC will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to disability, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience of systemic barriers to equity.

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