Job Title: Project Assistant – South Markham Community Action Table
Contract Part Time Position (14 hours per week)
Contract Start date: August 31, 2026; Contract End Date: December 31, 2026
Reports to: Coordinator, South Markham Community Action Table
DEADLINE TO APPLY: August 28, 2026 (Interviews will begin immediately)
About ACSA Community Services:
Do you believe in a world where everyone has equal opportunities, where community support helps dreams come true? ACSA Community Services is your gateway to making this vision a reality. As a cornerstone of the community for over 50 years, ACSA has been dedicated to uplifting those in need. We offer vital programs like youth empowerment initiatives, emergency food and housing services, and newcomer supports to help individuals and families thrive. We are diligent in supporting our neighbours in Scarborough, North York and York Region. By getting involved, you're not just giving aid; you're becoming a part of our mission to build a brighter, more equitable future.
Who we are looking for:
The South Markham Community Action Table (SMCAT), co-led by ACSA and Senior Services Network (SSN), is seeking a dynamic and community-oriented individual to support the SMCAT Coordinator and Co-Leads with administrative, communications, outreach, and event-related activities. The Project Assistant will work closely with local residents, community organizations, and SMCAT partners to support the coordination and delivery of SMCAT initiatives, including communications, meeting and minute-taking support, event coordination, outreach, and other administrative tasks. The successful candidate will contribute to the broader work of the SMCAT and help strengthen collaboration and engagement across South Markham. Refer to ACSA Community Services for more information about ACSA’s work.
About the role:
· Support the SMCAT Coordinator and Co-Leads with the coordination and delivery of SMCAT activities, initiatives, and priorities, including tracking timelines, action items, follow-ups, and deadlines.
· Provide administrative and coordination support, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, taking meeting minutes, maintaining records, and coordinating follow-up.
· Support SMCAT communications and outreach by developing written and visual content, social media, newsletters, presentations, surveys, and other community-facing materials.
· Assist with planning and delivering community events, meetings, workshops, information sessions, and engagement activities, including logistics, promotion, registration, on-site support, and procurement of required materials and resources.
· Support the development and delivery of workshops, information sessions, and capacity-building opportunities for residents, Community Ambassadors, and community partners.
· Engage and build relationships with residents, community leaders, grassroots groups, community organizations, service providers, and other local stakeholders to strengthen connections, share information and resources, identify community needs and emerging opportunities, and support collaboration and meaningful participation.
· Maintain and update databases, contact lists, tracking tools, and other records related to residents, partners, stakeholders, and SMCAT activities.
· Support SMCAT research, data collection, evaluation, documentation, and reporting, including maintaining accurate records and tracking project activities and outcomes.
· Contribute to the broader work of the SMCAT and undertake other duties identified by ACSA, SSN, and the SMCAT that support its overall goals and priorities.
About you:
· Experience and/or education in Community Development or related field.
· Experience working or volunteering in a community-based or grassroots setting, particularly in South Markham or York Region, with experience engaging local residents, community groups, and diverse stakeholders.
· Community-minded, approachable, and passionate about supporting residents and strengthening local communities.
· Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse residents, community partners, and stakeholders.
· Comfortable creating and working with digital and communications tools, including Microsoft Office, Canva, social media, and virtual meeting platforms.
· Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing community and project needs while also working collaboratively as part of a team.
· Comfortable supporting and/or facilitating meetings, events, workshops, and community engagement activities, including some evening and weekend work as required.
· Experience working or volunteering in a community-based setting, particularly in South Markham or York Region.
· Additional language skills, particularly Mandarin, Cantonese, Tamil, Urdu, or Punjabi, are an asset.
· Comfortable working in a mobile position across multiple locations within the South Markham community. Use of a car is an asset.
· Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. as required for project activities and events.
· Must provide an up-to-date vulnerable sector check.
What we offer:
Contract part-time position
Salary of $25.00/hr
An amazing work culture full of great, caring people truly committed to changing lives!
Please apply via email (cover letter & resume in one attachment) to:
Attention: Camilla Singh, Coordinator – South Markham CAT
Email: [email protected]
Please quote Project Assistant – SMCAT in the subject line of email
No phone calls please.
ACSA is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and/or persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
If you are contacted by ACSA regarding a job opportunity and need accommodation throughout a hiring process, please contact Yamini de Costa at [email protected]. This address is for accommodation inquiries ONLY. Job applications sent to it will not be considered.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
