Skills Launch Adult Project Coordinator

at  The YMCA of Greater Saint John

The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, as well as to each other and enhances their quality of life.
The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick offers diverse programs at 19 locations in the city and surrounding municipalities. There are 450 employees and 500 volunteers. If you don’t have a Y story yet - now is your opportunity to get involved. We invite you to see what the power of belonging can do for you, your career and your community.
Newcomer Connections is a crucial pillar within the YMCA family. Established in 1993, Y Newcomer Connections is a leading immigrant settlement centre focused on creating connections that will transform our community into a lasting, healthy home for immigrants from around the world and from all walks of life.
The Opporunity
The Skills Launch Adult Project is a continued initiative designed to help a defined cohort of newcomers find meaningful employment opportunities in the Saint John, Fredericton, and Moncton regions, as well as in the rural communities of New Brunswick. This position is responsible for the coordination and implementation of this project and will provide workshops and work placements for newcomers, as well as appropriate follow-up.
During the course of the contract, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for project and event planning, coordination, and instruction of pre-employment skills to project participants. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a young and growing organization that is making a meaningful change for immigrants in New Brunswick.
The Project Coordinator will be expected to work closely with NBMC and other immigrant settlement agencies (ISAs) staff as required and needed. The nature and scope of this position is such that a close relationship must be maintained with the Director of Employment Initiatives and Project Lead at the New Brunswick Multicultural Council, as well as with other project team members.
Responsibilities
Local coordination of all training and participant workshops with appropriate partners (PETL, NBCC, St. John Ambulance, etc.)
Preparation of project materials
Promotion of the project, including recruitment, screening, and selection of participants
Participant case management, including problem solving, tracking, and recording progress and results
Instructing participants on pre-employment skills including: resume building, job search skills, interview skills, workplace health and safety, etc.
Instructing participants on Canadian workplace culture
Assisting with the improvement of English/ or French language skills through reading, writing and numeracy
Facilitate and work closely with WorkingNB in a CASE Conference model
Work closely with WorkingNB in securing and monitoring work placements for participants
Coordinate details and logistics for meetings, which may include note taking and follow up
Work within the project budget and ensure it is adhered to
Assist with securing sponsorships, including drafting and managing correspondence with potential sponsors
Coordination with employer organizations/sector councils and employers
Preparing monthly reports and quarterly roll-up reports for NBMC
Preparing the end-of-project report and performing project closeout activities
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum two years of relevant experience (project coordination/management)
Degree in Social Sciences, Business/Administration, Hospitality, and recognized Communications/Public Relations-related studies
Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English required; French an asset
Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and attention to detail are necessary
Can demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills
Can work independently and as part of a team
Flexible, outgoing, and prepared to take on new tasks
Experience with Microsoft Office
Bilingualism is considered a strong asset

Please refer the Job description for details