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sustainability program coordinator

Title posted on indeed.com - Program Coordinator

Posted on January 06, 2025 by Employer details LIFE*SPIN

Job details

*Position Summary:* As our organization grows, we are seeking a community minded and passionate Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator will oversee the administration and data management of all programs at LIFE\*SPIN, providing oversight, support and leadership to the volunteers and staff of these programs. This position will also oversee our newest program, Food Foundations for Self-Reliance (FFSR), which is focused on empowering low-income communities, through environmentally-focused approaches to growing food security. The role requires a blend of strong leadership, attention to detail and data management. *Job Responsibilities:* Administration and Data Management * Keep detailed monthly statistics on all programs utilizing database * Review and enter client data in a timely manner to keep database updated * Mange program budgets with Supervisor * Approve the purchase of necessary supplies and equipment with Supervisor * Coordinate volunteer recruitment to meet program?s needs * Strategize and implement policies and practices to keep programs running smoothly * Help prepare funding applications for grants and other sources * Manage communication between program staff/volunteers, the organization, and relevant external stakeholders Food Foundations for Self Reliance Program Management * Manage the FFSR project?s staff and volunteers, keeping them motivated and solving any problems that may arise * Conduct community needs assessments to identify low-income neighborhoods eager for community change * Work in community with neighborhoods for transformative neighborhood change * Coordinate in partnership with On the Move Organics, our community food box program * Coordinate plain language resources with staff for distribution in community food boxes *Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:* * Minimum 3 years of related work experience in program coordination, data management or a related field * Post-secondary degree or diploma in non-profit administration, social justice and peace studies or a related field * Experience using MS Office, comfortable in a digital environment, and adaptable to learning new applications and systems * Experience working with various populations * Strong organisational skills, including task management * Knowledge and experience in community development approaches and practices * Works well independently as well as in a team environment * Able to bring together different community members to the table to discuss community change * Experience in writing proposals for funding * Knowledge in program development and project management *Assets:* * Knowledge of the work of LIFE\*SPIN and low-income systemic issues in our community. * Knowledge of Community Economic Development principles (how does this work on the ground?) * Knowledge in government programs and barriers faced by low-income members of our community and accessing them *Other Information:* LIFE\*SPIN is an equity employer; and encourage Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour candidates to apply for this position. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, those with lived experience as low-income and people of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week Schedule: * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelor's Degree (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2025-01-31 Expected start date: 2025-02-01