Program Manager

3 weeks ago


ChathamKent, Canada Junior Achievement of South Western Ontario Full time

_Are you passionate about creating impactful opportunities for young people? Do you thrive in a goal-oriented environment and get excited about collaborating with community and educational partners?_

JA South Western Ontario is seeking an organized, collaborative Program Manager with the skills to coordinate quality JA learning experiences, engaging students, educators, and community volunteers in a variety of settings including classrooms and in-person/ virtual live events.

**The JA Program Manager** is responsible for the planning and execution of specific JA programs regionally. The Program Manager’s job portfolio includes organizing and supporting JA programs for elementary and high school students taking place in schools, after school, or in in-person and virtual events. They will be responsible for all elements of programs, building relationships and partnerships within the community to achieve a variety of goals and creating a foundation for JA program success in Chatham, Sarnia, Windsor, and surrounding areas.

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:
**Program Management**:Coordinate all activities in support of specific program(s), including the recruitment, registration and scheduling process for participants, teachers/ schools, and volunteers. Provide orientation and support to participating teachers and other program partners. Manage program and program event resource needs. Assist in establishing and monitoring program delivery goals, evaluating program success, and completing required reports. Collaborate with other JA Program Managers, Volunteer Manager, and the Director, Programs and Operations, to support the local delivery of other in-school programs, after-school programs, and events.

**Volunteer Coordination**: Assist in recruiting volunteers through a variety of methods including cooperation with key contacts in JA’s community and corporate supporters. Collaborate with the JA Volunteer Manager to assist in facilitating the volunteer screening and onboarding process and providing training and support to program volunteers. Develop and implement activities to ensure retention and recognition of volunteers.

**Relationship Management**:Develop new and nurture existing relationships with other service providers, businesses, schools, educators, and volunteers.

**Additional duties and responsibilities**:Maintain accurate program records in line with organizational standards and objectives. Represent JA in the community in a positive and professional manner. Support community relations and brand awareness activities in Chatham, Sarnia, Windsor and surrounding communities as assigned. Assist in identifying prospective new funding sources to ensure future program sustainability. Assist in organizing and executing other JA-organized events and activities as required.

**WE ARE LOOKING FOR**:
**Education/ Experience**:

- Relevant post-secondary education (ex. Business, Education, Communications, Arts) and/or experience is required.
- Experience in educational program, project or event management is preferred.

**Knowledge/ Skills**:

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
- Comfort with digital conferencing platforms (Zoom, Teams, HopIn) and experience with hosting live in-person and/or virtual events is an asset.
- Experience with learning management systems such as Moodle and/ or customer relationship management (CRM) systems such as Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge is considered an asset.
- Current driver’s license and access to a vehicle required as some local travel may be required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent group facilitation and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of the Chatham, Sarnia, and/or Windsor communities and surrounding areas is required, including business, education, and/or service providers.

**COMPENSATION**:
The salary range for this position is $40,000-$50,000 annually. JA South Western Ontario also offers a comprehensive benefits plan.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
**HOW TO APPLY**:
**ABOUT US**:
**JA South Western Ontario** inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy. A member of JA Canada and part of JA Worldwide (JA), JA is the world’s largest not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating young people about business.

JA South Western Ontario is responsible for the geographic area including the counties of Essex, Chatham-Kent, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford, Huron, Perth, Bruce, Grey, Wellington, Waterloo, Brant, Hamilton, Haldimand-Norfolk, and Niagara. We annually provide 20,000+ Grade 4-12 students across southwestern Ontario with essential financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship learning experiences. JA empowers young people to grow their entrepreneurial ideas, hone their work skills, manage their earnings, and secure better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

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