The Rwandan Canadian Healing Centre (RCHC), supported by the African Canadian Collective
(ACC), is launching a two-year transitional housing pilot in the Greater Toronto Area to support
100 refugees in securing stable housing and gainful employment. Using a proven model from
The Refugee Centre in Montreal, this initiative provides affordable shared housing, job training,
and wraparound support to help refugees transition from homelessness to independence. Staff
will play a critical role in creating a safe, supportive environment where participants can heal,
grow, and rebuild their lives in Canada.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Employment Director to lead job placement efforts for refugees
housed through our transitional housing program. The successful candidate will develop and
maintain strong employer partnerships, connect program participants with job opportunities
that provide livable wages, and oversee employment readiness initiatives. This role is pivotal in
ensuring that all housed individuals secure stable, long-term employment, which is a condition
for transitioning to permanent housing.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement employment placement strategies for refugees in the housing
program.
Establish and maintain partnerships with employers, focusing on businesses in Toronto
and the surrounding region that are willing to hire newcomers.
Work closely with corporate partners, industry associations, and workforce
development programs to create sustainable job opportunities.
Ensure that all employment placements meet or exceed the Toronto livable wage
standard.
Oversee job readiness programs, including resume building, interview coaching, and
workplace integration support.
Work with wage subsidy programs and employment grants to create additional
opportunities for refugee job seekers.
Track employment outcomes, including wages, job retention rates, and career
progression of program participants.
Collaborate with intake coordinators and case managers to ensure all housed clients
receive tailored employment support based on their skills and experience.
Advocate for inclusive hiring practices and work with employers to implement
diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives for refugee hires.
Create job fair opportunities with key employers.
Collaborate with Operation Manager, Case worker and organizations that provide
culturally sensitive programs for clients needs in support of job placement.
Qualifications & Requirements
5-7 years of experience in employment services, workforce development, or corporate
recruitment.
Extensive professional network in the Toronto business community with direct
employer connections.
Proven track record in job placement, employer engagement, and workforce
development initiatives.
Experience working with diverse populations, preferably refugees, newcomers, or
other marginalized communities.
Strong understanding of the Toronto job market, wage subsidies, and workforce
inclusion programs.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to track and report employment outcomes and program success metrics.
Experience working in partnership with government agencies, non-profits, and
private-sector employers.
A bachelor degree in human resources, business administration or related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft office and other related programmable software
Why Join Us?
Work on a mission-driven project dedicated to refugee resettlement and
economic empowerment.
Work in an innovative organization that values collective action and growth.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience as
an African/ Black person, particularly those who have navigated systems of
migration, housing insecurity, or employment barriers. Your lived experience is
valued as expertise in this role.
How To Apply:
Upload your resumes to the application link: HERE.
If you have any questions that cannot be addressed during your interview, please send them to:
tolani@rchc.ca. We will endeavor to respond to as many inquiries as possible but cannot
guarantee that we will get back to you due to the high volume of inquiries.
