About the Cambridge Neighbourhood Table: The Cambridge Neighbourhood Table (CNT) is a community-driven initiative led by Kinbridge Community Association that brings neighbours together through shared meals, meaningful connections, volunteer opportunities, and community programming. Operating across multiple locations throughout Cambridge, CNT works to reduce isolation, foster belonging, and create welcoming spaces where everyone can participate, contribute, and thrive.
CNT currently operates community meal programs and engagement activities across five locations throughout Cambridge, including Kinbridge Community Association & St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Galt, the Freedom Centre & Langs in Preston, and St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Hespeler.
Office and program hours may vary. For example, 9 am-5 pm or 11:30 am - 7:30 pm are common shifts.
Position Summary: The Community Engagement Worker plays a key frontline role in building relationships, strengthening community connections, supporting volunteers, and creating welcoming spaces where community members feel valued and engaged.
Working across multiple CNT locations, this position will focus primarily on community outreach and relationship-building during meals, programs, and special events. The successful candidates will also support volunteer recruitment and engagement, assist with community programming, and help promote CNT initiatives through storytelling and communications.
This position is ideal for students interested in community development, social services, recreation, communications, volunteer management, nonprofit work, or community engagement. Reliable transportation and access to a personal vehicle is considered an asset.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Outreach & Relationship Building
- Welcome and engage community members at CNT meals, programs, and events.
- Build positive relationships with residents, volunteers, and community partners.
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.
- Encourage participation and help strengthen a sense of belonging within neighbourhoods.
- Gather feedback from community members and identify opportunities to enhance engagement.
Volunteer Recruitment, Engagement & Support
- Assist with volunteer recruitment and outreach efforts.
- Support volunteer scheduling and coordination alongside CNT Coordinators.
- Work with the volunteer Coordinator to welcome and orient new volunteers.
- Help ensure volunteers feel connected, supported, and appreciated.
Community Programming & Events
- Support the planning and delivery of workshops, activities, games, and community-building opportunities.
- Help identify programs and activities that align with community interests and needs.
- Assist with event setup, facilitation, and cleanup.
- Support special events, outreach initiatives, and neighbourhood celebrations throughout the summer.
- Support fundraising initiatives and events related to the Cambridge Neighbourhood Table and Kinbridge Community Association.
- Work alongside the Social Impact Manager and the CNT & Community Initiatives Coordinator to engage local businesses and community groups in each neighbourhood
- Provide support to CNT community partner programs as required.
Communications, Storytelling & Promotion
- Capture photos, stories, and community impact moments.
- Assist with creating social media content and promotional materials.
- Help raise awareness of CNT programs, volunteer opportunities, and events.
- Support outreach efforts that encourage greater community participation.
Qualifications:
We are looking for individuals who:
- Enjoy connecting with people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Are friendly, approachable, and community-minded.
- Are organized, dependable, and able to work independently.
- Are comfortable speaking with community members, volunteers, and program partners.
- Have an interest in community development, social services, communications, nonprofit work, outreach or volunteer engagement.
- Are willing to work in a variety of community settings and environments.
Assets:
- Experience volunteering or working in community-based programs.
- Experience with event planning or facilitation.
- Experience creating social media content, photography, or graphic design.
- Experience in food handling and preparation.
- Safe Food Handler Certificate
- Ability to travel between multiple Cambridge locations.
- Valid G2 license and access to a personal vehicle.
What You'll Gain:
- Hands-on experience in community engagement and relationship building.
- Experience supporting volunteers and community programs.
- Opportunities to develop leadership, facilitation, communication, and event coordination skills.
- Exposure to nonprofit operations and community development work.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in neighbourhoods across Cambridge.
Eligibility Requirements:
This position is funded through the Government of Canada's Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements established by the Canada Summer Jobs program.
Students and early-career individuals passionate about community building, volunteer engagement, and creating welcoming spaces are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the Cambridge Neighbourhood Table.
Join us this summer as we build stronger neighbourhoods, create meaningful connections, and help ensure everyone has a place at the table.
Pay: $18.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you eligible to work in Canada and able to provide a valid Social Insurance Number?
- This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Will you meet all Canada Summer Jobs eligibility requirements by June 29, 2026?
- Are you available to work 35 hours per week from June 29, 2026, to August 24, 2026?
- This position requires evening work to support community meals and events. Are you able to work evenings?
- This position requires travel between multiple Cambridge locations. Do you have reliable transportation to travel throughout Cambridge?
Work Location: In person
