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Program and Community Engagement Lead (Bilingual) Program and Community Engagement Lead (Bilingual) 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Black Women''s Institute for Health - Health For All Black Women Executive Director, Inclusive Strategic Leader Program and Community Engagement Lead (Bilingual) Reports to: Director of Programs Employment Type: Full-time, June 16, 2025 to August 31, 2025, with the potential for extension or transition to a permanent role, pending funding availability. Compensation: $30/hour, with benefits provided. Overview: The Bilingual Program and Community Engagement Lead will be responsible for managing the day-to-day implementation and delivery of Black Womens Institute for Healths (BWIH) programs. This includes oversight of Voices Unheard, Mothering Minds, Healing Pathways, the Empowering Legal Support for Black Women (ELSBW), BWIHs Mentorship program and other health and legal programming. The role requires bilingual proficiency in English and French to ensure accessibility and culturally relevant support for Francophone Black women and girls, particularly in rural and underserved communities. This position is part of the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program, which has specific eligibility criteria. To be eligible, applicants must be: Between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment (born after March 31, 1995), A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee protection status, and Legally entitled to work in Canada. For full details on eligibility, please visit the Canada Summer Jobs Eligibility Criteria . This is a full-time position until August 31, 2025 , with the goal of creating a permanent, full-time role afterwards, pending funding. About Us: BWIH is a Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving organization dedicated to advancing health and social equity for Black women and girls in Canada. Our work is grounded in anti-Black racism and anti-oppression frameworks, and is driven by the urgent need to challenge the systems that continue to marginalize Black communities. We see advocacy and support for Black women and Black communities as central to achieving holistic health and wellness. We actively seek candidates with lived experience as Black women, Black Francophones, or other members of Black communities, who understand the impacts of anti-Black racism and are committed to working towards equity, justice, and community-centered approaches. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day delivery and implementation of programs, including: Voices Unheard: A national survey on the health, social, and mental health experiences of Black women and girls in Canada. Mothering Minds: Mental health and wellness support for Black mothers. Healing Pathways: Free, accessible, culturally safe mental health therapy for Black communities aged 12 and up. Empowering Legal Support for Black Women (ELSBW): Legal education, advocacy, and community-based supports for Black women, including Francophone women in rural areas. Equity in Action: Programs addressing gender-based violence prevention and holistic wellness. Other health and legal initiatives that respond to community needs. Ensure program delivery is accessible, culturally relevant, and meets community-identified priorities in both English and French. Supervise program staff and volunteers involved in program delivery, ensuring a collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally safe environment. Build and maintain strong relationships with participants, communities, and partner organizations to support effective program delivery and meaningful community engagement. Coordinate data collection and impact evaluation for each program, ensuring that the voices and experiences of Black women and girls are at the forefront of evaluation efforts. Work closely with the Director of Programs to ensure programs meet their KPIs, deliverables, and broader organizational goals. Understand grant agreements and ensure that program activities meet funder deliverables and timelines. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in programming based on community feedback and data. Support organizational reporting and accountability processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with BWIHs mission and values. Represent BWIH at community events, partnership meetings, and advocacy spaces as needed. Required Qualifications: Must meet the eligibility criteria for Canada Summer Jobs: Between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment (born after March 31, 1995). Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee protection status. Legally entitled to work in Canada. More information here: Canada Summer Jobs Eligibility Criteria . Minimum 3 years of experience in program management, community engagement, or related work in the nonprofit, health, social services, or legal sectors. Proven understanding of anti-Black racism, anti-oppression frameworks, and the social determinants of health. Experience working with Black communities, particularly Black Francophone women and girls, and/or rural and underserved populations is a strong asset. Bilingual proficiency in English and French is required. Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills. Experience supervising staff or volunteers in a collaborative, trauma-informed environment. Familiarity with data collection and evaluation processes that centre community voice. Proficiency with digital tools (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, project management platforms). Lived experience as a Black woman or Black community member is an asset. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet community schedules. To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience, bilingual language skills, and commitment to advancing health and social equity for Black women to - Deadline to Apply Friday June 14, 2025 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Industries Public Health Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Black Women''s Institute for Health - Health For All Black Women by 2x Get notified about new Program Lead jobs in Greater Toronto Area, Canada. 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