Project Manager, Community Benefits

City of Hamilton, Ohio

. Lead the pilot and implementation of a Community Benefits Framework for the City of Hamilton .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeHamilton • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$95,757 - CA$119,701 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, policy analysis, and program development, with a strong focus on community benefits and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in developing and delivering reports and presentations while ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.

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Project ManagementPolicy AnalysisCommunity Benefits ExpertiseStakeholder EngagementProgram Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisProgram DevelopmentProject ManagementResearch SkillsPerformance Measurement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationFacilitation SkillsProblem-Solving CapacityOrganizational SkillsPolitical Acuity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Project

Industry Keywords

Community Benefits FrameworkSocial ProcurementWorkforce DevelopmentMunicipal GovernmentService Delivery Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the pilot and implementation of a Community Benefits Framework for the City of Hamilton
Lead the planning, development, execution, and evaluation of pilot projects
Develop goals, objectives, strategies, and annual workplans aligned with key deliverables
Identify priority stakeholders and apply appropriate change management strategies
Report regularly on project status and milestone achievement
Prepare reports, recommendations, presentations, and briefing materials for committees, senior management, and governance bodies
Analyze policies and evaluate their impact on program delivery
Coordinate collaboration among City departments, working groups, community organizations, industry representatives, and other stakeholders
Research emerging trends, best practices, municipal initiatives, and legislative developments related to community benefits, social procurement, workforce development, and inclusive economic growth
Collaborate with Procurement staff and project teams to incorporate community benefits and workforce development objectives into procurement and contract processes
Identify opportunities to integrate community benefits objectives into capital projects, operational expenditures, procurement activities, and service delivery initiatives
Assess pilot projects to identify successes, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations
Engage community partners, businesses, and community entrepreneurs to pilot each framework pillar
Develop and maintain performance measurement, monitoring, and reporting processes
Plan and implement pilot evaluation plans and submit process improvement recommendations
Comply with Health and Safety legislation and City policies
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Post-secondary education in social sciences, public policy, human services or a related discipline, with a combination of equivalent education and work experience in government, non-profit, private or community service agencies
Experience in project management, policy analysis and program development
Proven research and program evaluation skills
Comprehensive working knowledge and/or expertise related to Community Benefits
In-depth knowledge of municipal government structures, service delivery models, and procurement processes, especially related to employment, infrastructure, and social services
Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation and presentation skills
Ability to develop and deliver reports and presentations on project status, milestones and achievements
Demonstrated experience working with diverse stakeholders, including not-for-profit social organizations, community groups, businesses, and other stakeholders
Demonstrated political acuity, diplomacy and ability to work with elected and senior government officials
Demonstrated problem-solving capacity related to multiple stakeholders and culturally diverse populations
Proven organizational and time management skills, including ability to work with tight deadlines and competing priorities
Ability to deal effectively with management, peers, staff, other municipalities and the general public
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project
Must comply with applicable Health and Safety legislation and City policies and procedures