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Job Developer / Partnership Developer

Ve'ahavta: The Canadian Jewish Humanitarian And Relief Committee 4100 Chesswood Drive, North York ON


Job Developer / Partnership Developer
Build Employer Partnerships & Change Lives

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid | Full Benefits
Toronto, ON

If you believe the right job can change a life, this is your chance to build the partnerships that make it happen.

Why Join Ve’ahavta

  • Competitive salary
  • Full health & dental benefits + vision
  • Wellness Spending Account
  • Generous paid time off + office closures for statutory and Jewish holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid work model
  • Award-winning workplace culture
    (Non-Profit Employer of Choice 2023/2024/2025)
  • Meaningful work supporting individuals facing barriers to employment

“On my first day of work at Ve’ahavta I felt I had won the lottery… I really enjoy my colleagues, I believe in the good work we are doing, and I am constantly stimulated through the culture of growth and development that is Ve’ahavta.”
                                                                                             – Ve’ahavta Employee

ABOUT VE’AHAVTA

Ve'ahavta is a registered non-profit social service organization based on the Jewish ethics of justice, kindness, and responsibility. At Ve’ahavta, we deliver programs that break down barriers, restore human dignity, foster capacity-building, and empower marginalized individuals to navigate socio economic barriers and create real change in their lives. Further information can be found at www.veahavta.org

As a proud recipient of the Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award in 2023, 2024, and 2025 we know that our organization is only as strong as its people. At Ve’ahavta, we value hard work, innovation, recognition, training and development, and a strong workplace culture. In addition to a competitive salary, Ve’ahavta employees are offered full group health benefits including dental coverage, vision care, and a Wellness Spending Account allowance. We believe that hard work should be balanced with rest and personal time, therefore we offer a generous time off policy in addition to office closures for all statutory and Jewish holidays. Above all, we provide a warm, inclusive, fun, and cutting-edge place of work. Come join us!

JOB PURPOSE

As the Job and Partnership Developer, you will lead employer engagement and job placement efforts for Ve’ahavta’s employment programming. You will support program participants to secure meaningful employment aligned with their skills, interests, and long-term stability goals, while building strong partnerships with employers across sectors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Employer Engagement & Job Development

  • Develop and maintain relationships with employers to identify job opportunities, work placements, and hiring pipelines
  • Conduct labour market research to inform job matching and employer outreach strategies
  • Promote the value of inclusive hiring and support employers to implement supportive workplace practices
  • Coordinate job fairs, hiring events, employer presentations, and networking opportunities
  • Negotiate placement opportunities including wage subsidies, job trials, and customized roles where appropriate

Participant Placement & Retention

  • Collaborate with the Career Counsellor and program team to match participants to suitable employment opportunities
  • Prepare participants for interviews, workplace expectations, and onboarding
  • Provide post-placement follow-up and retention support to participants and employers
  • Identify barriers to employment and coordinate solutions with internal and external supports

Program Documentation & Outcomes (Employment Ontario aligned)

  • Maintain accurate case notes, employer records, placement documentation, and outcome tracking
  • Monitor placement targets, retention outcomes, and employer satisfaction
  • Identify service gaps and contribute to continuous program improvement
  • Support reporting requirements and evaluation processes

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2–3 years’ minimum experience in job development, employer engagement, employment services, or partnership development (Employment Ontario experience considered an asset)
  • Diploma or degree in Social Services, Business, Human Resources, or a related field
  • Strong understanding of barriers to employment and labour market dynamics
  • Experience supporting marginalized or equity-deserving populations
  • Client-centred, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach
  • Demonstrated ability to build employer relationships and achieve placement outcomes
  • Strong documentation, organization, and data tracking skills
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to turn ideas into measurable results
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Annual Salary: $55,000- $60,000

Interested applicants are invited to complete the Screening Form below: https://forms.monday.com/forms/cd9fff4f589c40cfe42265cab633bfb8?r=use1

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As a Jewish organization with a diverse and inclusive team from all faiths and backgrounds, Ve’ahavta stands proudly in our values of respect, inclusivity, responsibility, and empathy. We believe that everyone brings unique perspectives and talents that enrich our organization, and our community at large. We strive to create a workplace where these values are lived out every day, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual respect. We welcome applicants of all faiths, backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender, race and age.

This role is for an existing vacancy.

Ve'ahavta does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions.