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.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.