We are hiring!
Please check out the 3 opportunities below.
To apply, please send a cover letter and your CV or Resumé to jobs@sudburyworkerscentre.ca
The Sudbury Workers Education and Advocacy Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage members of the BIPOC community, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and workers requiring accommodation to apply. Applications are accepted until the job position is filled.
About us:
The Sudbury Workers Education and Advocacy Centre (SWEAC) is an organization of workers, students and community volunteers committed to improving the lives and working conditions of people in low-wage and unstable employment. Our centre delivers support and education on worker’s rights, provides community spaces for workers to share and learn together, and ensures that all workers have a voice at work and are treated with dignity, fairness and respect.
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Job Title: Communications and Outreach Officer
Reports to: Executive Director
Hours of Work: Full time – 35 hours/ week, 9 – 5, (Flexible – Evening and Weekend Work Required)
Rate of Pay: $23.00/hour
Summary of work areas:
The Communications and Outreach Officer is responsible for expanding our marketing reach, creating new partnerships and opportunities for program delivery in the Greater Sudbury region, as well as through Northeastern Ontario. They provide information regarding the services of the Sudbury Workers Education and Advocacy Centre, and assist in providing educational workshops and facilitated discussions on worker rights such as employment standards, health and safety and human rights. The Communications and Outreach officer creates public relations and marketing materials such as press releases, blog posts, social media posts, newsletters, posters and advertisements for our programming; maintains the webpage and social media sites; tracks and reports on communications analytics; and monitors and enhances the communications strategy in conjunction with the ED.
Duties Include:
- Create content to support communications and marketing efforts, including newsletters, blog posts, social media posts, website copy, brochures, press releases, advertisements, posters and flyers, etc
- Monitor our online and social media presence
- With the management team, develop and implement a communications strategy in order to meet company objectives;
- Maintain and update webpage
- Plan media conferences and other promotional events as required
- Coordinate staff and volunteers to support promotional events
- Perform outreach to media outlets, social media influencers and build strategic partnerships to increase brand awareness
- Build community connections and capacity within the City of Greater Sudbury and throughout Northeastern Ontario;
- Implement outreach strategies, track and evaluate outreach results;
- Assist in the creation and delivery of social events, presentations and workshops
- Attend appropriate events and promote the Sudbury Workers Education and Advocacy centre and our programs and aims;
- Keep up to date and informed on all Labour Law changes and regulations, and keep up to date and informed on all labour trends
- Provide progress reports, attending meetings as required, and other related administrative duties
Requirements:
- Bilingualism considered an asset;
- Valid driver’s license considered an asset, and access to a vehicle a bonus;
- Ability to work flexible hours;
- Ability to travel long distances (North Bay, Espanlo, Manitoulin, and other locations in Northeastern Ontario.)
- Working knowledge of labour standards considered an asset; but we are interested in candidates who are passionate, with lived experience, who are willing to share and engage
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Job Title: Community Services Worker
Reports to: Executive Director
Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours/week) (Flexible – Evening and Weekend Work Required)
Rate of Pay: $23.00/hour
Summary of work areas:
The Community Services Worker is responsible for providing one-on-one client navigation and community support to clients requiring assistance in understanding their rights in the workplace, and navigating systems such as Employment Insurance, WSIB, Ministry of Labour and Ontario Labour Relations Board claims, and Human Rights claim. In addition,the Community Services Worker provides and supports educational opportunities and presentations, providing legal education about workers rights, information regarding the services of the Sudbury Workers Education and Advocacy Centre, and facilitating discussions on worker rights with peer support groups. The Community Services Worker supports our outreach and social event activities, and seeks out allies and community partners to create new opportunities for educational presentations and outreach.
Duties Include:
- Provide client navigation services for workers seeking support to navigate systems such as EI, WSIB, Ministry of Labour Claims
- Provide on-going, one-on-one education and support to participant’s / case work and advocacy with clients
- Make appropriate referrals to other agencies or interventions as required
- Deliver presentations and workshops to various groups in Northeastern Ontario;
- Attend appropriate events and promote SWEAC and Decent Work Campaigns;
- Lead peer support groups and facilitate conversations within group
- Identify and assist with training volunteers to provide peer support and leadership for workers in community;
- Build community connections and capacity within the City of Greater Sudbury specifically with vulnerable workers;
- Keep up to date and informed on all Labour Law changes and regulations, and keep up to date and informed on all labour trends
- Support social event activity
Requirements:
- Bilingualism considered an asset;
- Valid driver’s license considered an asset, and access to a vehicle a bonus;
- Ability to work flexible hours;
- Ability to travel long distances (North Bay, Espanalo, Manitoulin, and other locations in Northeastern Ontario.)
- Working knowledge of labour standards considered an asset; but we are interested in candidates who are passionate, with lived experience, who are willing to share and engage
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Job Title: Learning Specialist
Reports to: Inclusive Workforce Project Manager
Hours of Work: Part time – 20 hours/ week, Flexible hours – Evening and Weekend Work Required
Rate of Pay: $22.00/hour
Summary of work areas:
The Learning Specialist is a compassionate, learner-centred educator with a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice. This role supports the delivery of the Inclusive Workforce Development Project by working directly with newcomer, migrant, BIPOC, and marginalized youth to build employment readiness, confidence, and career pathways. The Learning Specialist is responsible for providing individualized learning support, career coaching, and group-based
educational activities that respond to the lived realities and goals of participants. They help identify learning needs, support skill development, and guide youth through employment preparation, digital and soft skills development, and workplace readiness. The Learning Specialist also supports the delivery of innovative learning approaches, including workshop facilitation, hybrid programming, and Virtual Reality.
The Learning Specialist contributes to creating inclusive, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive learning environments. They engage with participants both individually and in group settings, track progress, collect feedback, and help refine program delivery based on participant experiences and outcomes. This position is funded through The Counselling Foundation of Canada and is well-suited for individuals entering, transitioning, or in the fields of education,
career development, counselling, or community services. The ideal candidate will have relevant post-secondary education or equivalent experience in education, social services, career development, or a related field, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with youth and diverse communities.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one learning and career coaching to youth participants
- Support participants with employment readiness, career development, sustainable employment pathways, and career planning
- Identify individual learning needs and support the development of personalized learning and employment plans
- Support and co-facilitate career readiness, digital skills, soft skills, and workforce development workshops
- Assist with the delivery of Virtual Reality (VR) learning activities, including interview simulations and skills exploration
- Foster inclusive, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed learning environments
- Support outreach and engagement of newcomer, racialized, and marginalized youth
- Collect participant feedback and support tracking of learning outcomes, progress, and program impact
- Identify local labour market trends and employer needs, and align youth learning pathways with in-demand skills, training programs, and employment opportunities to support increased youth employment outcomes
- Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and program evaluation activities
- Maintain accurate documentation while respecting confidentiality, privacy, and ethical standards
Requirements
- University or College degrees in Education, Career Development, Social Services, Human Resources, Community Development, or a related field
- Experience working with youth, newcomers, migrants, or marginalized communities considered an asset
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Some knowledge of career development, workforce readiness, or employment systems
- Bilingual or multilingual considered an asset
- Ability to travel to rural and parts of Northeastern Ontario such as North Bay, Espanola, Manitoulin, and Sturgeon Falls
- Working knowledge of labour standards is considered an asset; but we are interested in candidates who are passionate, with lived experience, who are willing to share and engage
- Valid driver’s license considered an asset, and access to a vehicle a bonus