BC Apprenticeship Program Coordinator

Job Specifications

Organization: Young Agrarians (YA)
Location: Remote, British Columbia, Canada
Employment type: Part-time, year-round
Working hours: 15 hours per week, with the potential to increase to 24 hours per week
Pay rate: $30 per hour, plus 6% vacation pay
Expected start date: Early January 2027
Application deadline: November 15, 2026

About Young Agrarians

Young Agrarians (YA) is an educational resource network supporting new and young ecological farmers across Canada. Since 2012, the organization has developed a volunteer-driven network of farmers who organize on-farm events, share knowledge, and create opportunities for learning and community building.

YA recognizes the Indigenous lands and territories on which it works and is committed to providing inclusive programs and services for new and aspiring farmers from diverse backgrounds.

The organization supports the development of a resilient and climate-adapted food system by helping new entrants access agricultural education, practical training, land, business resources, and peer mentorship.

Its programs and activities include:

• National policy and advocacy: Supporting initiatives that advance the interests of new and young farmers.
• E-learning and public engagement: Sharing educational resources and opportunities through online platforms.
• Educational and networking events: Organizing on-farm and off-farm learning and networking activities throughout the year.
• Apprenticeship training: Providing on-farm training opportunities in regenerative agriculture across Western Canada.
• Land access programming: Supporting aspiring farmers in accessing agricultural land in British Columbia and Alberta.
• Business mentorship: Connecting farmers with mentorship and business development support across Western Canada.

Position Overview

Young Agrarians is seeking a dynamic and passionate BC Apprenticeship Program Coordinator to support the coordination and development of its Apprenticeship Program in British Columbia.

The successful candidate will help recruit and support host farms and apprentices, organize on-farm learning opportunities, conduct check-ins and evaluations, and contribute to program promotion. The position involves building relationships with farmers, educational institutions, community organizations, and other partners to strengthen agricultural learning opportunities.

The role is suited to someone who enjoys collaboration, relationship-building, program coordination, and supporting aspiring farmers as they develop the skills and experience needed for careers in agriculture.

For a suitable candidate, there may also be an opportunity to take on additional communications responsibilities if Young Agrarians secures a wage subsidy for a post-secondary student.

Key Responsibilities

1. Program Coordination

The coordinator will support the effective delivery and continued development of the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program through the following responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with host farms throughout British Columbia.
• Build partnerships with farm organizations that support the delivery of farm tours.
• Establish and maintain relationships with educational institutions and community organizations that work with potential program applicants.
• Host in-person orientations for apprentices.
• Co-host online events for host farms and apprentices.
• Support apprentices throughout their learning journeys and help them prepare for careers in agriculture.
• Publish farm mentor profiles on the Young Agrarians website.
• Support the promotion and marketing of the Apprenticeship Program.
• Identify wage subsidies and other value-added opportunities that may benefit host farm mentors.
• Keep provincial documents, contact lists, and program materials accurate and up to date.
• Share relevant opportunities, resources, tools, and communications with the British Columbia Young Agrarians network through the organization’s website, social media, and U-Map platform.
• Contribute to the overall vision and development of the Apprenticeship Program.

2. Additional Communications Responsibilities

These responsibilities would apply if Young Agrarians receives a wage subsidy for a post-secondary student.

• Create and coordinate program communications and promotional content, including social media posts, blog articles, short-form videos or reels, graphics, newsletters, and other promotiona