We Are Hiring!

February 20, 2026

CALL FOR CONSULTANT

Project Coordinator – Gender-Based Violence and Sexual and Reproductive Health Initiative

Organization: Empower, The Disability Resource Centre (InclusionNL)
Location: Newfoundland and Labrador (remote / hybrid options available)
Term: 12-month contract
Hours: Flexible (to be determined)
Compensation: Competitive contract rate (commensurate with experience)

About the Opportunity

Empower, The Disability Resource Centre is seeking a consultant who identifies as a woman or gender diverse person with disability and a survivor of gender-based violence (GBV) to lead and coordinate a 12-month community-based project focused on:

• Promoting awareness of gender-based violence
• Addressing gaps in access to peer support and leadership
• Supporting women and gender diverse individuals in our community

This project is grounded in peer leadership, lived experience, disability access, and an intersectional lens, with a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and community empowerment.

About the Role

The Consultant will serve as the Project Coordinator, responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating project activities that engage and support women and gender-diverse individuals with disabilities, particularly those facing systemic barriers.
This role centers lived expertise as a strength and values leadership rooted in community, care, and social justice.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the 12-month project
• Develop and implement a community outreach and engagement plan
• Organize and facilitate workshops, events, or peer-led sessions
• Create accessible, plain-language educational resources on:
  • Gender-based violence
  • Sexual and reproductive health
• Build relationships with community partners and interest holders
• Support participant engagement in a trauma-informed and culturally safe way
• Incorporate a disability, intersectional, and rights-based lens into all activities
• Track progress and contribute to reporting and evaluation
• Ensure accessibility, inclusion, and safety are prioritized in all project work

Qualifications and Experience

We recognize that lived experience is a key qualification for this role.
Applicants must:

• Identify as a woman or gender diverse person with disability
• Identify as a survivor of gender-based violence

We also value:

• Experience in community-based work, peer support, or advocacy
• Knowledge of gender-based violence and/or sexual and reproductive health
• Experience facilitating groups, workshops, or community engagement
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Assets (Strongly Encouraged)

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who also identify as:

• Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour (BIPOC)
• Racialized women or gender diverse people
• 2SLGBTQIA+ community members
• Indigenous, Deaf, and Senior Citizens

Lived experience across multiple communities is highly valued and will strengthen the work of this project.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

EmpowerNL is committed to equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We recognize the importance of representation and lived experience in leadership and strive to create safe, respectful, and supportive environments.
We welcome applicants with disability who bring diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the application and engagement process. Please let us know what you need to participate fully.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief expression of interest (or cover letter)
• A resume or summary of relevant experience

We welcome non-traditional applications, including video or audio submissions.
Deadline: February 27, 2026
Submit to: execdir@empowerNL.ca

Note to Applicants

We recognize that sharing lived experience can be sensitive. Applicants are not required to disclose details of their experiences. Self-identification is sufficient.