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

We ๐Ÿ’™ GM Financial!

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

๐Ÿ’ก 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. Weโ€™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! ๐Ÿ‘‹๐ŸŽ’

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We ๐Ÿ’™ GM Financial! A huge thank you to our friends at GM Financial for dropping off our first Backpacks for Success donations of the season! Weโ€™re so grateful for partnerships like these in our community. ๐Ÿ’ก 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. Weโ€™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! ๐Ÿ‘‹๐ŸŽ’

Weโ€™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.

๐Ÿ“ Peterborough, ON
๐Ÿ’ผ Full-time
๐Ÿ’ฐ Starting salary: $83,106; salary range up to $93,536
๐Ÿ“… Apply by August 14, 2026

Interested or know someone whoโ€™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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Weโ€™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. ๐Ÿ“ Peterborough, ON ๐Ÿ’ผ Full-time ๐Ÿ’ฐ Starting salary: $83,106; salary range up to $93,536 ๐Ÿ“… Apply by August 14, 2026 Interested or know someone whoโ€™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.

โค๏ธWonโ€™t you be our neighbour?

Stay tuned, @_thetiffanyshow will be sharing the full story (and her inspiring Campaign Chair speech) soon. You wonโ€™t want to miss this!

#CertifiedNeighbour #UnitedWayPTBO

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โค๏ธWonโ€™t you be our neighbour? Stay tuned, @_thetiffanyshow will be sharing the full story (and her inspiring Campaign Chair speech) soon. You wonโ€™t want to miss this! #CertifiedNeighbour #UnitedWayPTBO

Don`t miss out ๐Ÿ‘‰ United Way Peterborough is now accepting applications for the Reaching Home program!

โ„น๏ธ 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:
โญ Applications will be reviewed based on alignment to community priorities, including:
โ€ข Creating, preserving, and enabling equitable access to housing
โ€ข Eviction prevention
โ€ข Outreach

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

๐Ÿ“… Applications close August 4, 2026.

Apply today at uwpeterborough.ca

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Don't miss out ๐Ÿ‘‰ United Way Peterborough is now accepting applications for the Reaching Home program! โ„น๏ธ 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: โญ Applications will be reviewed based on alignment to community priorities, including: โ€ข Creating, preserving, and enabling equitable access to housing โ€ข Eviction prevention โ€ข Outreach โญ The funding period is October 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028 ๐Ÿ“… 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 Lรฉger. 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 & Districtโ€™s role as the Community Entity for the Government of Canadaโ€™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 Lรฉger. 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 & Districtโ€™s role as the Community Entity for the Government of Canadaโ€™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.

Breaking News: Jimothy has officially RSVP`d to our Fill the Fords event on August 8! ๐ŸŽ‰

Want to join #Jimothy? Stop by Auto Connect between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to donate new school supplies in support of our Backpacks for Success initiative. Together, we`ll help fill the Fords and backpacks so that students of all ages can start the school year with the tools they need to succeed . ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ’™

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Breaking News: Jimothy has officially RSVP'd to our Fill the Fords event on August 8! ๐ŸŽ‰ Want to join #Jimothy? Stop by Auto Connect between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to donate new school supplies in support of our Backpacks for Success initiative. Together, we'll help fill the Fords and backpacks so that students of all ages can start the school year with the tools they need to succeed . ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ’™

United Way Peterborough & District invites community members to our 84th Annual General Meeting on Thursday, August 6, at the McDonnel St. Community Centre.

The evening will begin with a Community Conversation and Welcome Gathering from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., where youโ€™ll have the opportunity to meet our CEO, Jason Seguya, hear about his vision for the future, and join the conversation about strengthening our community together. A reception with light appetizers will follow.

At 5:30 p.m., weโ€™ll officially convene our Annual General Meeting to reflect on the past year, celebrate the impact weโ€™ve made together, and conduct the business of the organization.

Space is limited! Please RSVP using the link in our bio.

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United Way Peterborough & District invites community members to our 84th Annual General Meeting on Thursday, August 6, at the McDonnel St. Community Centre. The evening will begin with a Community Conversation and Welcome Gathering from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., where youโ€™ll have the opportunity to meet our CEO, Jason Seguya, hear about his vision for the future, and join the conversation about strengthening our community together. A reception with light appetizers will follow. At 5:30 p.m., weโ€™ll officially convene our Annual General Meeting to reflect on the past year, celebrate the impact weโ€™ve made together, and conduct the business of the organization. Space is limited! Please RSVP using the link in our bio.

๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿš— Introducing Fill the Fords! ๐Ÿš—๐ŸŽ’

Weโ€™re teaming up with @autoconnectsales for a brand-new community event in support of our Backpacks for Success program, and youโ€™re invited!

Join us on Saturday, August 8 from 10:00 a.m. โ€“ 2:00 p.m. to help us fill the Fords with new backpacks, school supplies, and financial donations for local students preparing to head back to school.

โค๏ธLast year, nearly 500 local students received fully stocked backpacks through Backpacks for Success. With your help, we can make an even bigger impact this year.

Make a day of it!
๐Ÿ” Community BBQ featuring offerings from @kingstmarket
๐Ÿฆ FREE @central_smith ice cream for the first 100 eligible donations (you heard that right)
๐Ÿป Meet some special mascot guests

Whether you donate a backpack, a pack of pencils, lined paper or make a financial contribution, every gift helps a local student start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

๐Ÿ“ Auto Connect Sales 1175 Lansdowne St. West
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, August 8
โฐ 10:00 a.m. โ€“ 2:00 p.m.

Save this post, tag a friend, and help us #FillTheFords for local students! ๐Ÿ›ปโœจ๐ŸŽ’

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๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿš— Introducing Fill the Fords! ๐Ÿš—๐ŸŽ’ Weโ€™re teaming up with @autoconnectsales for a brand-new community event in support of our Backpacks for Success program, and youโ€™re invited! Join us on Saturday, August 8 from 10:00 a.m. โ€“ 2:00 p.m. to help us fill the Fords with new backpacks, school supplies, and financial donations for local students preparing to head back to school. โค๏ธLast year, nearly 500 local students received fully stocked backpacks through Backpacks for Success. With your help, we can make an even bigger impact this year. Make a day of it! ๐Ÿ” Community BBQ featuring offerings from @kingstmarket ๐Ÿฆ FREE @central_smith ice cream for the first 100 eligible donations (you heard that right) ๐Ÿป Meet some special mascot guests Whether you donate a backpack, a pack of pencils, lined paper or make a financial contribution, every gift helps a local student start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn. ๐Ÿ“ Auto Connect Sales 1175 Lansdowne St. West ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, August 8 โฐ 10:00 a.m. โ€“ 2:00 p.m. Save this post, tag a friend, and help us #FillTheFords for local students! ๐Ÿ›ปโœจ๐ŸŽ’

๐Ÿ‘ A huge thank you to @islinsurance for stepping up to support Backpacks for Success this year!

Their workplace donation drive is officially underway, and it`s a great reminder that making a difference is easy, and can start right at work.

Want to get your workplace, business, or organization involved? Hosting a Backpacks for Success supply drive is easy, fun, and has a direct impact on local students as they head back to school with the supplies they need to succeed.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Comment "BACKPACK" below, and we`ll send you everything you need to get started, including our workplace toolkit, wish list, and all the details.

Together, we can help ensure every student starts the school year ready to learn. ๐Ÿ“šโœจ

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๐Ÿ‘ A huge thank you to @islinsurance for stepping up to support Backpacks for Success this year! Their workplace donation drive is officially underway, and it's a great reminder that making a difference is easy, and can start right at work. Want to get your workplace, business, or organization involved? Hosting a Backpacks for Success supply drive is easy, fun, and has a direct impact on local students as they head back to school with the supplies they need to succeed. ๐Ÿ’ฌ Comment "BACKPACK" below, and we'll send you everything you need to get started, including our workplace toolkit, wish list, and all the details. Together, we can help ensure every student starts the school year ready to learn. ๐Ÿ“šโœจ

Every great leader has a story... and today, we`re excited to share the beginning of @_thetiffanyshow story as your 2026 United Way Campaign Chair.

As we launch our 85th Community Campaign, we`re turning the page to a new chapter - one rooted in connection, collaboration, and the incredible power of community. Tiffany has spent years shining a spotlight on the people, organizations and stories that make Peterborough & District such a special place to call home. Now, she`ll help lead a Campaign that celebrates what we can accomplish when we come together.

This grand reveal wouldn`t have been possible without the creativity and generosity of Johanna Hawkshaw and the incredible team @yourtvptbo who helped bring our vision to life. Thank you for embracing the fun and helping us tell this story in such a memorable way.

If UW Campaign Chairs came with a Netflix special, we`re pretty sure this would make the final cut ๐ŸŽฌ๐Ÿฟ ...

A special thank you as well to our 2025 Campaign Chair, Paul Rellinger, and our amazing staff for being great sports and helping kick off this exciting new chapter.

Here`s to 85 years of neighbours helping neighbours, and to everything we`ll accomplish together this campaign.

Welcome to the team, Tiffany! We can`t wait to see what we are able to accomplish together.

#UnitedWayPeterborough #CommunityCampaign #85YearsUnited

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Every great leader has a story... and today, we're excited to share the beginning of @_thetiffanyshow story as your 2026 United Way Campaign Chair. As we launch our 85th Community Campaign, we're turning the page to a new chapter - one rooted in connection, collaboration, and the incredible power of community. Tiffany has spent years shining a spotlight on the people, organizations and stories that make Peterborough & District such a special place to call home. Now, she'll help lead a Campaign that celebrates what we can accomplish when we come together. This grand reveal wouldn't have been possible without the creativity and generosity of Johanna Hawkshaw and the incredible team @yourtvptbo who helped bring our vision to life. Thank you for embracing the fun and helping us tell this story in such a memorable way. If UW Campaign Chairs came with a Netflix special, we're pretty sure this would make the final cut ๐ŸŽฌ๐Ÿฟ ... A special thank you as well to our 2025 Campaign Chair, Paul Rellinger, and our amazing staff for being great sports and helping kick off this exciting new chapter. Here's to 85 years of neighbours helping neighbours, and to everything we'll accomplish together this campaign. Welcome to the team, Tiffany! We can't wait to see what we are able to accomplish together. #UnitedWayPeterborough #CommunityCampaign #85YearsUnited
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