Project Coordinator, Employment & Trades Programs in Kamloops

The Project Coordinator supports the successful delivery of YMCA BC employment and trades programming designed to connect participants with training, employment, work experience, and career opportunities in the skilled trades. Working between frontline program delivery and program supervision, the Project Coordinator provides day-to-day coordination of program activities, supports participants and staff, develops employer and community partnerships, and ensures program requirements, timelines, and deliverables are met.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will:

• Program Coordination
  • Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of employment and trades programming.
  • Support implementation of program plans, schedules, activities, and participant services.
  • Track program timelines, milestones, participant outcomes, and deliverables.
  • Maintain accurate participant and program records in accordance with YMCA BC policies and funder requirements.
  • Assist with program reporting, data collection, and preparation of reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Identify program challenges and work with the Supervisor/Manager to develop solutions.
  • Support program activities, workshops, orientations, information sessions, and employment events.
• Participant Support
  • Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants throughout their participation in the program.
  • Work with participants to identify employment goals, barriers, and career pathways.
  • Coordinate referrals to wraparound and community supports as required.
  • Support participants with employment readiness, job search, resumes, interviews, and workplace expectations.
  • Monitor participant progress and follow up on attendance, engagement, training, work experience, and employment outcomes.
  • Support participants in transitioning from training into employment and/or further education or apprenticeship opportunities.
• Employer & Industry Engagement
  • Develop and maintain relationships with employers, contractors, trades organizations, training providers, and community partners.
  • Identify work experience, job placement, mentorship, and employment opportunities for participants.
  • Conduct employer outreach and support job development activities.
  • Coordinate employer meetings, site visits, job fairs, information sessions, and recruitment opportunities.
  • Maintain regular communication with employers to support successful participant placements.
  • Gather employer feedback to strengthen program delivery and employment outcomes.
• Team & Program Support
  • Work collaboratively with Employment Counsellors, Employment Coaches, trainers, and other program staff.
  • Provide coordination and day-to-day guidance to frontline staff as required.
  • Support staff with program processes, documentation, scheduling, and participant referrals.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to program planning and continuous improvement.
  • Escalate complex participant, employer, operational, or program issues to the Program Supervisor/Manager.
• Community Partnerships
  • Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, Indigenous organizations, schools, settlement agencies, industry partners, and other employment service providers.
  • Represent YMCA BC at community and industry meetings, events, and networking opportunities.
  • Promote YMCA BC employment and trades programming within the community.
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen referral networks and program partnerships.

Qualification - you bring:

• Diploma or degree in employment services, social services, business administration, education, trades, project coordination, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience coordinating employment, workforce development, trades, youth, or community-based programs.
• Experience working with employers and developing employment opportunities.
• Strong understanding of employment services and barriers to employment.
• Experience supporting individuals with diverse backgrounds and employment needs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and program requirements.
• Strong computer skills and experience with databases, Microsoft Office, and program documentation.
• Knowledge of the skilled trades and local labour market is an asset.
• Experience working with government-funded programs and/or funder reporting requirements is an asset.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong.