Senior Connector Project Lead

Position

Senior Connector Project – Lead (9-month contract)

Background

The Age-friendly Peterborough (AFP) Vision is that Peterborough is a thriving region that is inclusive, respectful, and accessible to people of all ages and abilities.

AFP is a collaborative of passionate individuals who contribute their time, expertise, resources, and provide an age-friendly lens through a diverse perspective. The network includes representatives from not-for-profit agencies, businesses that provide senior services, health care professionals, academia and research, and older adult volunteers. Our aim is to improve the quality of life of seniors in the greater Peterborough area: City of Peterborough, Peterborough County including the 8 Townships, and Curve Lake and Hiawatha First Nations.

AFP Community Action Plan 2023 was recently approved by the City of Peterborough Council and Peterborough County Council. The AFP Working Groups strategize on projects that support their respective priority areas, goals, and strategies. The Senior Connector Project has elements in all four priority areas: Basic Needs, Staying Mobile, Building Relationships, and Learning and Contributing. The Senior Connector Project is funded by the United Way Peterborough & District.

www.peterborough.ca/aging

Main Purpose

The objective of the Senior Connector Project Lead is to address the current and future housing and health service needs of the local aging population through improved access to information and system navigation.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Create the Peterborough Senior Service Directory and Information Guide.
    • Utilize the online Peterborough Senior Service Directory to create a print resource guide.
    • Collaborate with community stakeholders to gather information related to senior housing options and healthy aging.
  2. Develop the Senior Connector Program.
    • Recruit volunteer Senior Connectors.
    • Design and implement training for the Senior Connectors.
    • Coordinate Senior Connector kiosk locations and monitor the program.
  3. Contribute to the communication campaign to inform the older adult community about the availability of the Peterborough Senior Service Directory and Information Guide.
    • Design, deliver and schedule community workshops.
  4. Contribute content for social media posts.
  5. Review the AFP website and provide recommendations for changes.
  6. Represent AFP at community events, such as fairs and farmers markets to provide an in-person connection to programs and services available.

Education/Experience/Skills

  • Education and experience in the areas of health and housing, preferably with specialized knowledge of seniors.
  • Proven interpersonal and communication skills related to presenting and public relations are essential.
  • Must have excellent project management, volunteer coordination, and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be able to work at a high level of independence using diplomacy and sound judgement.
  • Must have a good working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
  • Must have a respect for the diversity of opinions, perspectives, and ideas; and be comfortable with changing priorities and demands.
  • Must have current drivers license and access to reliable transportation to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.
  • This position may involve working irregular hours including some evenings and weekends.

Senior Connector Project Communications

Position

Senior Connector Project – Communications (9-month contract)

Background

The Age-friendly Peterborough (AFP) Vision is that Peterborough is a thriving region that is inclusive, respectful, and accessible to people of all ages and abilities.

AFP is a collaborative of passionate individuals who contribute their time, expertise, resources, and provide an age-friendly lens through a diverse perspective. The network includes representatives from not-for-profit agencies, businesses that provide senior services, health care professionals, academia and research, and older adult volunteers. Our aim is to improve the quality of life of seniors in the greater Peterborough area: City of Peterborough, Peterborough County including the 8 Townships, and Curve Lake and Hiawatha First Nations.

AFP Community Action Plan 2023 was recently approved by the City of Peterborough Council and Peterborough County Council. The AFP Working Groups strategize on projects that support their respective priority areas, goals, and strategies. The Senior Connector Project has elements in all four priority areas: Basic Needs, Staying Mobile, Building Relationships, and Learning and Contributing. The Senior Connector Project is funded by the United Way Peterborough & District.

www.peterborough.ca/aging

Main Purpose

The objective of the Senior Connector Project – Communications is to address the current and future housing and health service needs of the local aging population through improved access to information and system navigation.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Design the Peterborough Senior Service Directory and Information Guide.
    • Utilize content provided from the project lead.
  2. Design materials to recruit and train volunteer Senior Connectors.
  3. Develop and implement a communication campaign to inform the older adult community about the availability of the Peterborough Senior Service Directory and Information Guide, and the Senior Connector schedule.
  4. Prepare social media posts.
    • Provide guidance to Fleming students who will develop content for the posts.
  5. Review the AFP website and provide recommendations for changes.
    • Develop and post videos on the website.
  6. Represent AFP at community events, such as fairs and farmers markets to provide an in-person connection to programs and services available.

Education/Experience/Skills

  • Education and experience in the areas of marketing and communications, preferably with specialized knowledge of seniors.
  • Proven interpersonal and communication skills related to presenting and public relations are essential.
  • Must have excellent project management, volunteer coordination, and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be able to work at a high level of independence using diplomacy and sound judgement.
  • Must have a good working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and design software applications.
  • Must have a respect for the diversity of opinions, perspectives, and ideas; and be comfortable with changing priorities and demands.
  • Must have current driver license and access to reliable transportation to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.
  • This position may involve working irregular hours including some evenings and weekends.

Social Posts

✨ Half the world is under 30. In Canada, that’s 35% of us.

Young people aren’t just the future, they’re changemakers right now. 💪

On #InternationalYouthDay, United Way Peterborouh & District celebrates their leadership, their courage, and their vision for a better world. 🌟💛

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✨ Half the world is under 30. In Canada, that’s 35% of us. Young people aren’t just the future, they’re changemakers right now. 💪 On #InternationalYouthDay, United Way Peterborouh & District celebrates their leadership, their courage, and their vision for a better world. 🌟💛

🎒🚗 What a day! We filled the Fords and our hearts @autoconnectsales

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to Fill the Fords on Saturday, donated supplies, volunteered, sponsored the event, grabbed a BBQ lunch courtesy of @kingstmarket, enjoyed some ice cream from @central_smith, and helped us celebrate the incredible generosity of our community.

We’re so grateful to Auto Connect Sales, our sponsors, community partners, volunteers, media friends, and every single person who helped make this day possible. Your support will help local students start the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

But we’re not done yet! 🎒

There’s still time to help. If you haven’t had a chance to donate, we’re collecting new backpacks and school supplies at the United Way Peterborough & District office and at participating community collection locations until THIS FRIDAY, August 14!

Every backpack, every box of crayons, every notebook and every donation helps us get closer to ensuring local students have the tools they need to succeed.

✨Comment “BACK TO SCHOOL” and we’ll send you the full list of participating businesses running supply drives.

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🎒🚗 What a day! We filled the Fords and our hearts @autoconnectsales A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to Fill the Fords on Saturday, donated supplies, volunteered, sponsored the event, grabbed a BBQ lunch courtesy of @kingstmarket, enjoyed some ice cream from @central_smith, and helped us celebrate the incredible generosity of our community. We’re so grateful to Auto Connect Sales, our sponsors, community partners, volunteers, media friends, and every single person who helped make this day possible. Your support will help local students start the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn. But we’re not done yet! 🎒 There’s still time to help. If you haven’t had a chance to donate, we’re collecting new backpacks and school supplies at the United Way Peterborough & District office and at participating community collection locations until THIS FRIDAY, August 14! Every backpack, every box of crayons, every notebook and every donation helps us get closer to ensuring local students have the tools they need to succeed. ✨Comment “BACK TO SCHOOL” and we’ll send you the full list of participating businesses running supply drives.

Exciting News! 💫 The Reaching Home deadline has been extended!

Applicants now have until Wednesday, August 19 to submit your proposals.

Please keep in mind:
👉 Applications will be reviewed based on alignment to the following community priorities:
• Creating, preserving, and enabling equitable access to housing
• Eviction prevention
• Outreach
👉 Funding covers the period October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028
👉 New application deadline August 19, 2026

ℹ️ What is Reaching Home? It`s a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada. This program provides funding to communities to help them address their local homelessness needs.

Apply today at uwpeterborough.ca

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Exciting News! 💫 The Reaching Home deadline has been extended! Applicants now have until Wednesday, August 19 to submit your proposals. Please keep in mind: 👉 Applications will be reviewed based on alignment to the following community priorities: • Creating, preserving, and enabling equitable access to housing • Eviction prevention • Outreach 👉 Funding covers the period October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028 👉 New application deadline August 19, 2026 ℹ️ What is Reaching Home? It's a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada. This program provides funding to communities to help them address their local homelessness needs. Apply today at uwpeterborough.ca

We 💙 GM Financial!

A huge thank you to our friends at GM Financial for dropping off our first Backpacks for Success donations of the season! We’re so grateful for partnerships like these in our community.

💡 As part of their workplace drive, employees received a work from home day in exchange for making a donation. What a creative way to encourage workplace giving!

Our Backpacks for Success supply drives wrap up on August 14, but there is still time to help! Join us on August 8 at Auto Connect Sales for our Fill the Fords event. We’ll be there from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. collecting school supplies, so stop by, say hello, and help us fill the Fords! 👋🎒

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We 💙 GM Financial! A huge thank you to our friends at GM Financial for dropping off our first Backpacks for Success donations of the season! We’re so grateful for partnerships like these in our community. 💡 As part of their workplace drive, employees received a work from home day in exchange for making a donation. What a creative way to encourage workplace giving! Our Backpacks for Success supply drives wrap up on August 14, but there is still time to help! Join us on August 8 at Auto Connect Sales for our Fill the Fords event. We’ll be there from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. collecting school supplies, so stop by, say hello, and help us fill the Fords! 👋🎒

We’re growing, evolving, and looking for an experienced Director, Finance & Administration to join our Senior Leadership Team.

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of United Way Peterborough & District by providing strategic leadership across finance, administration, governance, and organizational operations, ensuring we remain a strong and sustainable partner for our community.

📍 Peterborough, ON
💼 Full-time
💰 Starting salary: $83,106; salary range up to $93,536
📅 Apply by August 14, 2026

Interested or know someone who’d be a great fit? Visit our website [link in bio] to learn more and apply, and please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity within your networks.

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We’re growing, evolving, and looking for an experienced Director, Finance & Administration to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of United Way Peterborough & District by providing strategic leadership across finance, administration, governance, and organizational operations, ensuring we remain a strong and sustainable partner for our community. 📍 Peterborough, ON 💼 Full-time 💰 Starting salary: $83,106; salary range up to $93,536 📅 Apply by August 14, 2026 Interested or know someone who’d be a great fit? Visit our website [link in bio] to learn more and apply, and please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity within your networks.

❤️Won’t you be our neighbour?

Stay tuned, @_thetiffanyshow will be sharing the full story (and her inspiring Campaign Chair speech) soon. You won’t want to miss this!

#CertifiedNeighbour #UnitedWayPTBO

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❤️Won’t you be our neighbour? Stay tuned, @_thetiffanyshow will be sharing the full story (and her inspiring Campaign Chair speech) soon. You won’t want to miss this! #CertifiedNeighbour #UnitedWayPTBO

Don`t miss out 👉 United Way Peterborough is now accepting applications for the Reaching Home program!

ℹ️ What is Reaching Home?
Reaching Home is a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada by providing funding to communities to address local housing and homelessness needs.

Important details:
⭐ Applications will be reviewed based on alignment to community priorities, including:
• Creating, preserving, and enabling equitable access to housing
• Eviction prevention
• Outreach

⭐ The funding period is October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028

📅 Applications close August 4, 2026.

Apply today at uwpeterborough.ca

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Don't miss out 👉 United Way Peterborough is now accepting applications for the Reaching Home program! ℹ️ What is Reaching Home? Reaching Home is a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada by providing funding to communities to address local housing and homelessness needs. Important details: ⭐ Applications will be reviewed based on alignment to community priorities, including: • Creating, preserving, and enabling equitable access to housing • Eviction prevention • Outreach ⭐ The funding period is October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028 📅 Applications close August 4, 2026. Apply today at uwpeterborough.ca

Meaningful conversations are the first step toward meaningful change. This morning, our CEO, Jason Seguya, had the opportunity to meet with MP Harrison (@emmaaharrisonmp) to discuss some of the most pressing challenges facing our communities.

Part of the conversation focused on the recently published Financial Anxiety Index, a national research project undertaken by United Way Centraide Canada and conducted by Léger. The findings are clear: nearly half of Canadians say they could cover their basic expenses for only one month or less if their income were interrupted, and many report that their financial situation has worsened in recent months. The research also highlights that single parents, newcomers, and young people are among those experiencing the greatest financial strain.

Jason also had the opportunity to elaborate on United Way Peterborough & District’s role as the Community Entity for the Government of Canada’s Reaching Home program. For more than a decade, we have worked with local partners to administer federal homelessness funding, convene organizations across the sector, and support innovative, collaborative responses that help prevent and reduce homelessness in our community. Since 2020, more than $8 million in Reaching Home funding has been distributed locally to strengthen supports and services for those experiencing homelessness.

We appreciate the opportunity to share these insights and discuss the importance of coordinated community responses to poverty, housing insecurity, and homelessness. We look forward to continuing the conversation with MP Harrison in the months ahead as we work together to build a stronger, more connected community.

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Meaningful conversations are the first step toward meaningful change. This morning, our CEO, Jason Seguya, had the opportunity to meet with MP Harrison (@emmaaharrisonmp) to discuss some of the most pressing challenges facing our communities. Part of the conversation focused on the recently published Financial Anxiety Index, a national research project undertaken by United Way Centraide Canada and conducted by Léger. The findings are clear: nearly half of Canadians say they could cover their basic expenses for only one month or less if their income were interrupted, and many report that their financial situation has worsened in recent months. The research also highlights that single parents, newcomers, and young people are among those experiencing the greatest financial strain. Jason also had the opportunity to elaborate on United Way Peterborough & District’s role as the Community Entity for the Government of Canada’s Reaching Home program. For more than a decade, we have worked with local partners to administer federal homelessness funding, convene organizations across the sector, and support innovative, collaborative responses that help prevent and reduce homelessness in our community. Since 2020, more than $8 million in Reaching Home funding has been distributed locally to strengthen supports and services for those experiencing homelessness. We appreciate the opportunity to share these insights and discuss the importance of coordinated community responses to poverty, housing insecurity, and homelessness. We look forward to continuing the conversation with MP Harrison in the months ahead as we work together to build a stronger, more connected community.
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