CHC Community Outreach Coordinator

Department: Faculty of Science 

Job Type: Limited Term

Full-time/Part-time: Full Time (>=1249 hrs/year) 

Campus: All locations 

Reports to: Manager, CHC Programs and Northdale Facilities

Employee Group: WLUSA 

Application Deadline: September 1, 2026

Requisition ID: 11761 

Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading multi-campus university that excels at educating with purpose. Through its exceptional employees, students, researchers, leaders, and educators, Laurier has built a reputation as a world-class institution known for its rich student experience, academic excellence, and global impact. With a commitment to Indigenization and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, Laurier’s thriving community has a place for everyone.

Laurier has more than 21,000 students and 2,100 faculty and staff across campuses in Waterloo and Brantford, as well locations in Kitchener and Milton. The university is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, a flexible work policy and employing a workforce that is reflective of local and national demographics. Laurier's Waterloo, Kitchener, and Brantford campuses are located on the shared traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee peoples. This land is part of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty between the Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe peoples and symbolizes the agreement to share, protect our resources, and not to engage in conflict. Laurier's Milton campus is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, and part of the Nanfan Treaty of 1701 between the British Crown and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.

This job posting is for a current vacancy.

Position Summary

We currently have an opportunity for a qualified individual to join the Laurier community as a Community Outreach Coordinator with the Sun Life Centre for Healthy Communities (CHC). The Sun Life CHC is a community-sponsored centre within Wilfrid Laurier University and is affiliated with the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education. The Centre’s objective is to provide accessible physical activity and healthy living programming through community outreach initiatives. Over the past nine years, the Centre has focused on serving the greater Waterloo region and has now expanded programming opportunities into the Brantford community.

The Community Outreach Coordinator plays a key role in advancing the mission of (CHC) by fostering meaningful community relationships, expanding community engagement, and supporting the delivery of inclusive physical activity and healthy living programs. Working collaboratively with the Manager, the Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with community organizations, schools, agencies, and other stakeholders to strengthen existing partnerships and identify new opportunities for collaboration. This role actively supports the Centre's growth by increasing community awareness, expanding participant reach, and identifying innovative opportunities to enhance program accessibility and impact.

The Community Outreach Coordinator contributes to CHC's strategic vision by supporting initiatives that align with the Centre's pillars of Healthy Community and Healthy Growth. This includes empowering community members to recognize their capacity to influence positive health behaviours, fostering collaborative partnerships that strengthen community well-being, and promoting a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and evidence-informed practice. Through community engagement and partnership development, this position helps identify emerging community needs and supports the ongoing evolution of CHC programs, resources, and initiatives.

In addition to community engagement responsibilities, the Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for leading physical activity and healthy living programs for diverse populations. The successful candidate will create welcoming, inclusive environments that encourage participation, support positive health outcomes, and ensure high-quality program experiences while representing the Centre professionally within the community.

Accountabilities

• Deliver inclusive physical activity and healthy living programs that promote participant engagement and positive health outcomes.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community organizations, schools, stakeholders, and participants to support existing partnerships, enhance community engagement, and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Assist the Manager in expanding CHC's community reach by supporting outreach initiatives, promoting programs and services, and helping to connect new participants and community partners with the Centre.
• Collaborate with the Manager and CHC team to support initiatives that align with the Centre's strategic priorities, including contributing to a culture of continuous learning and evidence-informed practice.
• Represent CHC at community events, outreach activities, meetings, and engagements, acting as a professional ambassador for the Centre and its programs.
• Contribute to program quality by assisting with participant and parental/guardian communication and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• When required, assist in preparing and maintaining program materials, and administrative documentation required to support effective program delivery and community engagement activities.
• Maintain effective communication and collaborative working relationships with participants, volunteers, community partners, and CHC staff while promoting a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment.

Reporting Relationships

This position is responsible for student volunteers at their programming locations (each location has approximately 4-5 volunteers) as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree in Kinesiology, Health Promotion, Recreation and Leisure Studies, Public Health, or another related field.
• Minimum one year of experience delivering physical activity, recreation, health promotion, or community-based programs to diverse populations.
• Experience building positive relationships with community members, volunteers, partner organizations, or other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established timelines.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Commitment to fostering inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environments that support participant engagement and belonging.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software and registration systems.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification, or the ability to obtain prior to employment.
• A valid Ontario Class G driver's licence and access to reliable transportation
• Recent experience working with children, youth, older adults, or individuals from diverse and underserved communities.

Hours of Work: This is a full-time, limited term role with an approximate end date of December 31, 2027. The normal hours of work are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility in hours will be required, including evening and/or weekend work due to community events or programming. When possible, the manager will adjust the work schedule so that no more than 35 hours are worked in a week.

This role offers limited flexibility regarding flexible work arrangements. Please see Policy 8.14 (Flexible Work Policy) for more information. All arrangement must be approved by the direct manager. On occasion, this schedule may need to be adjusted to meet operational requirements.

Compensation:

Level: D

Rate of Pay: $38.80 to $41.02 per hour with an annual step progression on anniversary date up to $44.35 per hour.

Considerations for new hire step placements include, qualifications and length/depth of required experience, relevant market rates for similar jobs, internal equity, and estimated learning curve in starting the job.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form.

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