Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator (TERM)

Date Posted: October 20, 2025

Competition Number: 170-25/26

Location: Armstrong, BC

Join Our Team as a Program Coordinator

BGC Okanagan is seeking a temporary Program Coordinator to create unforgettable experiences for up to 24 incredible school age children. In this role, you'll plan engaging activities, organize exciting summer adventures, and foster a safe, inclusive, and positive environment where every child can thrive. If you're energetic, compassionate, and passionate about making a real difference, this is your chance to shine This is a temporary position ending on November 19, 2026.

Here's what we offer when you join our team:

• A positive, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
• Ongoing paid professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career
• Childcare discounts to help your family thrive
• Paid sick leave and vacation to help you recharge when needed
• A comprehensive benefits plan

So, what are you waiting for? Come join a team that trusts, values, and appreciates YOU. Your adventure begins here – because Opportunity Changes Everything

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of an assigned program. Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates plans and programs designed to ensure that the needs of children, youth, and families are met. Ensures that program standards, guidelines and policies of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs are maintained and that all licensing requirements are met.
• Authority for the recruitment of program staff and volunteers including determining the need and nature of new positions, conducting interviews, selection, hiring, and orientation.
• Authority for the day-to-day direction, performance feedback, and discipline of program staff and volunteers. Addresses staff workplace issues and assists in resolving workplace disputes.
• Ensures that accurate program and client records are maintained and that confidentiality is a priority. Ensures that all pertinent documentation is complete. Has access to confidential employee information, including personnel files, performance evaluations, and references.
• Responsible for the co-ordination of quality and diverse programming. Works closely with the Senior Manager on program development, procedures, and evaluations.
• Manages program budgets.
  Ensures effective communication with staff and families. Maintains an effective relationship with government officials, and community groups.

Qualifications:

• Three (3) years recent related experience including one-year supervisory or administrative experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience and/or Diploma in a related human/ social service field.
• Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and supervisory skills.
• First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain within three months
• Class 4 Driver's Licence or willingness to obtain.
  Successfully completion of the Agency screening process, including criminal record check

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, shifts are 10:15am-6:15pm.

Rate of Pay: $25.43 per hour

Closing Date: October 27, 2025

As an equal opportunity employer, BGC Okanagan is committed to the prioritization of equitable and inclusive employment practices. Our goal is to be representative of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, disability, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, social or ethnic origin, gender identity and/or expression. If any candidate needs any accessibility support throughout the hiring process, we will accommodate such requests when made. You will only be considered for a position with BGC Okanagan if you're legally entitled to work in Canada. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees in Canada with legal status.

We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.