Coordinator, Youth Programs

Coordinator, Youth Programs

Temporary, Full-time until March 31, 2027

** Thank you to all applicants for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**

Include a cover letter with your application, CV or resume. In your cover letter, describe your experience leading the planning and implementation of community-driven programming or initiatives. Please draw on specific examples from your work, volunteering, or community involvement.

About Community Programs

The Newcomer Centre's Community Programs deliver holistic and comprehensive programming to promote meaningful community participation and reduce isolation. The current programs in this area include:

• Empowered Communities (Ethnocultural Community Leader Empowerment)
• Global Garden
• IWIN (Immigrant Women’s Integration Network)
• S.K.Y Club (Support for Kids and Youth)
• Global Girls
• Youth Leading Change
• Volunteer Services

The Community Programs Department delivers programming through a combination of approaches, such as prevention, human-centred design, and community-driven models. Your core work will be in Youth Leading Change, and other youth programming as needed, as we aim to work collaboratively to support individuals and their families holistically. This role brings together leadership skills, facilitation expertise, project coordination, and program development experience to deliver programming that is empowering, inclusive, and equitable.

About Youth Leading Change

The Youth Leading Change program empowers newcomer youth through flexible volunteer placements and dynamic learning opportunities. The program focuses on two key areas: Skill Building through Volunteering—hands-on community service driven by youth-selected social issues, and Learning & Knowledge Sharing—interactive Action Learning Days and career development sessions. Participants will enhance their civic engagement, build life and leadership skills, and explore diverse career pathways with mentorship from BIPOC and immigrant professionals. Youth Leading Change aims to equip youth to make meaningful contributions to their communities while preparing them for future employment and personal growth.

The Opportunity

The Coordinator of the Youth Leading Change program oversees the program's strategic implementation, focusing on building partnerships, managing a team of staff, and ensuring program delivery meets targets. They are responsible for monitoring progress, liaising with program funders, and managing the program's budget. The role emphasizes collaboration with community partners and internal teams to ensure effective support for youth participants. While the Coordinator’s focus will be Youth Leading Change, this role may also support program planning and implementation of other youth programming at the Newcomer Centre.

Responsibilities

Staff and Volunteer Support:

• Supervise program staff, providing leadership, guidance and support.
• Conduct regular team meetings to ensure clear communication and collaboration.
• Coordinate ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities for staff as needed.

Program Development and Management:

• Lead planning and implementation of the Youth Leading Change program model, in collaboration with the Community Programs Manager.
• Develop program operating procedures and other program implementation tools.
• Oversee the planning and execution of program activities, ensuring they align with Youth Leading Change’s goals and objectives.
• Monitor and manage the Youth Leading Change program budget, in collaboration with Community Programs Manager.
• Maintain ongoing two-way communication with Youth Leading Change funders.

Partnership Development:

• Identify and establish meaningful partnerships with local organizations, educational institutions, and community groups.
• Collaborate with partners to enhance program offerings and resources.
• Collaborate with other Newcomer Centre programs to advance a coordinated approach to youth programming within the agency.

Program Evaluation:

• Lead the collection and analysis of program data to evaluate outcomes and impact, modifying evaluation tools and processes as needed.
• Provide regular program reports to the Community Programs Manager and formal reports to the program funder.
• Implement improvements based on feedback and evaluation results.

What It Takes

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The most helpful history will include 3 years of experience in offering community-based programming and working with immigrant and refugee communities, preferably youth, and experience coordinating programming and supervising staff. A post-secondary diploma in a community-related field, social services, education or social science is an asset but not a requirement.

Characteristics and Attributes for Success

• Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team of staff and volunteers in a children and youth program setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of program planning, logistics, and engagement with a focus on community-driven development.
• Self-awareness – the ability to understand oneself and the impact that one’s perceptions and attitudes have on others.
• Inter-cultural awareness and the ability to work well with diverse teams and participants.
• Proficient organizational skills and a collaborative, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to fluently communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Fluency in other languages is an asset.
• Naturally curious with a focus on driving continuous learning, exploring new ideas, and seeking innovative solutions.
• Adaptable - ensures that one can effectively respond to changing circumstances, embrace new challenges, and pivot strategies as needed to achieve goals.

Additional Requirements:

• This position involves occasional evenings and weekends.
• A Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check and an Intervention Record Check are required.
• Class 5 Drivers' license and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset.
• This role will be based at the Newcomer Centre’s downtown location (10170 112 St), with programming taking place at other Newcomer Centre locations and community spaces.

Our Commitment

The Newcomer Centre is committed to Equity and Inclusion in our workplace. We demonstrate that commitment by engaging employees, candidates and partners to continuously identify ways to enhance their experiences coming into employment, during employment and exiting the organization. We invest in inclusive strategies like talent development, inclusive leadership, performance development, and strategies to attract diverse talent and retain top talent from all walks of life. We deliberately hire people from different backgrounds, histories and experiences and focus on intelligence, diligence, talent and merit. We believe that representation of caste, creed, colour, orientation, identity, origin, and beliefs makes the Newcomer Centre an incredible, high-performing, rewarding, and unique workplace.