Program Coordinator

**Location**:Hybrid (remote with occasional onsite program delivery in the GTA)

**Duration**:One (1) year contract (eligible for extension or regular full-time status with benefits)

**Position Summary**

This exciting and challenging position at The Reading Partnership (TRP) reports directly to the Programs Manager and works closely with the Executive Director. As Program Coordinator at TRP, you will perform a variety of program development, coordination and delivery duties including coordination and logístical services in support of the operations of the program. In this position, you will also participate in key projects while working with a dynamic and engaged team.

**Responsibilities**

**Program Coordinator (75%)**
- Coordinate the implementation and delivery of programs
- Assist in preparing and formatting program-related documents (e.g. program materials, presentations, etc)
- Assist in the development of new curriculum and learning assets
- Act as the primary contact for program procedures and policies
- Assist in the orientation of new facilitators, reading coaches, and staff in program best practices, and tools and resources.
- Support the creation of project plans and adhere to a timeline
- Coordinate the registration process and act as the contact person for the participants
- Liaise with staff from partner organizations to coordinate logístical arrangements for programming
- Manage, maintain, and update program statistics pre/post program delivery
- Coordinate program evaluations (skills assessments, parent surveys, etc.), and accurately enter the data into respective systems

**Financial Management Support (10%)**
- Complete program expense reports when required, ensuring all supporting documents are included prior to submitting to the Finance Office
- Support in the collection and tracking of program-specific invoices and expenses
- Provide support during budget preparation

**Communication and Social Media Support (15%)**
- Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator regarding the maintenance and regular update of TRP’s website
- Co-responsible for capturing all TRP events with photos and video recordings
- Marketing and promoting of programs and events through distribution of materials to partner organizations, at outreach events and other opportunities as they arise

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education is required; a background in teaching, early childhood education, or literacy is an asset
- Related experience, with proven success, in supporting the cultivation and implementation of community programs and/or events is required
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with program participants, partners, and community groups/organizations
- Demonstrated experience coordinating and supporting volunteers
- Skilled communicator with the ability to convey information orally and in writing for different platforms and audiences
- Proficient in Google Workspace is required; working knowledge of Canva, MailChimp, Thinkific and Eventbrite is an asset
- Must show initiative and be able to work independently and cooperatively
- Excellent organization skills with attention to detail
- Experience working with start-ups and/or non-profits is an asset
- **Must be flexible to support our evening and weekend **programs as scheduled
- **Must have the ability to travel throughout the GTA** and support onsite programs as required

**About Us**

The Reading Partnership (TRP) is a registered Canadian charity with a mission to create and deliver literacy-focused programs and resources that empower children in the early years, and their families, to be successful at all stages of life. Originally developed in the Kingston-Galloway Orton Park community in the GTA, our programs are now scaling nationally.

We believe that communities are responsible for their children’s success. We partner with key stakeholders like schools, educators, community groups, organizations, businesses, and parents/caregivers to become part of the solution as we work towards sustainable literacy rates in the communities that need them the most. Our vision is that every child in every community receives the early support they need to learn to write and read so that they can reach their full potential and succeed in school, work, and life.

As a member of a small and growing organization, your work will support internal team members (including working closely with senior leadership) and external stakeholders. Your willingness to occasionally complete tasks that may not be included in your job description, communicate effectively, and adapt as the organization evolves will ensure that you have the opportunity to learn and grow with us.

**How to Apply**

**Deadline to Apply**: Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Flexible sch