Based in York Region, the Women's Centre of York Region (WCYR) provides education, counselling and skills development opportunities to support women from diverse communities as they strengthen and sustain their personal growth and economic independence. Our services and programs are offered in an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, women-centred environment.

Job details:

Community Economic Development Officer

Please note this position is for a summer student and funded by the Government of Canada's Summer Job (CSJ) Program.

Terms of Employment:

• Seasonal employment - full-time for 8 weeks/35 hours per week beginning May 06, 2024 to July 01, 2024
• This position is for a young adult (16-30 years old)
• Location; Newmarket, ON
  
• Education No education required.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

E-commerce Development:

-Create and manage the development of WCYR's online thrift store using the platform GiveRise.

-Work on the design, functionality, and user experience to ensure an appealing and user-friendly platform.

Product Catalog Management:

-Curate and upload products onto the online store platform.

-Ensure accurate product descriptions, images, and pricing.

Marketing and Promotion:

-Devise and execute a marketing strategy to drive traffic to the online store.

-Use social media, email campaigns, and other channels to promote products and engage the community.

Community Engagement:

-Implement features or sections on the platform that encourage community participation and feedback.

-Organize virtual events, discussions, or forums to involve the community in store decisions or offerings.

Customer Service and Support:

-Provide customer support for inquiries, orders, and any technical issues related to the online store.

-Ensure a smooth customer experience and resolve any issues promptly.

Collaboration and Coordination:

-Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, or partners related to the online store's operations.

Skill Development and Knowledge Sharing:

-Share acquired knowledge and skills with the team.

Documentation and Evaluation:

-Maintain thorough documentation of processes, strategies, and outcomes for future reference.

-Participate in evaluation sessions to assess the effectiveness of the online store's impact on revenue and community engagement.

We are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment at the Women's Centre of York Region. In order to ensure inclusivity and fairness, we ask all applicants to complete the questions in the application where applicable. If there are any questions that you do not feel comfortable disclosing, please enter N/A. If you would like to discuss any of the questions further or require an additional format to complete the information and submit your application such as a phone call, please reach out by phone or email and request to speak to Allison Hermann regarding accommodations.