Support aspiring entrepreneurs through Ballad Group's Self-Employment Launchpad in Airdrie, using recruitment and business assessment skills. Help participants prepare for sustainable self-employment through organized program coordination.
As Program Coordinator, you will lead recruitment, intake, eligibility review, and onboarding for a 16-week program. You will assess business concepts, coordinate government approvals, and maintain accurate participant records. The work supports unemployed and underemployed Albertans across Airdrie, Strathmore, and Okotoks through in-person and virtual delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead outreach, information sessions, referrals, and local recruitment partnerships
- Conduct intake interviews and assess business concepts and readiness
- Review eligibility documents and coordinate government approvals
- Organize onboarding, orientations, communications, and technology access
- Track applications, attendance, milestones, outcomes, and confidential records
Requirements:
- Experience coordinating entrepreneurship, employment, business, or community programs
- Practical knowledge of entrepreneurship and small business development
- Experience conducting intake interviews and assessing eligibility
- Strong organization, outreach, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Confidence using digital systems for records, tracking, and reporting
Bring business knowledge, thoughtful assessment, and organized coordination to help aspiring entrepreneurs enter sustainable self-employment.
Entrepreneurship Program Coordinator in Airdrie employer: Ballad Consulting Group
At Ballad, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. Our Whitecourt Training Centre offers unique opportunities for professional growth through hands-on training and mentorship in the oil and gas sector, ensuring our team members make a meaningful impact in the community. With a commitment to safety and continuous improvement, we empower our employees to thrive while contributing to the development of essential skills for Alberta's workforce.
