Program Manager

Program Manager
ABOUT YES
Founded in 1995, YES (Youth Employment Services Foundation), a non-profit community-based organization dedicated to enriching the community by providing English-language support services to help Quebecers find employment and start and grow businesses, is growing and looking to hire.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who exhibits strong coordination and communication skills, is a creative thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
The successful candidate will have a special interest in working in the non-profit sector; have an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong understanding of the entrepreneurial community in Quebec.

Position Summary:
Managing and coordinating the entrepreneurship ELLEvate project, in particular planning, execution, and tracking of specific initiatives and events related to economic development, with a focus on women entrepreneurshipCreating a detailed work plan that identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the projectResearching and identifying areas for program development and adoption of best practicesCo-develop entrepreneurial resources and content (workshops, articles, guides, website & role model videos, pre-accelerator)Ensuring that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required quality levelRecruitment and onboard entrepreneurship volunteers

We are looking for candidates with the following interests, skills and experience:
University degree with 3-5 years of experience coordinating small to medium size projects
Knowledge of project management principles and techniques
Solid understanding of service needs for entrepreneurs within the English-speaking community in Quebec
Strong communication, interpersonal and networking skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a team
Flexible and resilient
Can/will-do attitude, diligence, creativity with a high level of ownership and accountability
Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing priorities, manage processes, and enjoy a fast-paced,unpredictable environment;
Good organizational and problem-solving skills and a strong conceptual thinker;
Strong writing skills in English
Strong administrative skills
Ability to travel, periodically, around the province of Quebec
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office 365, CRM, Smartboard)
Bilingualism is an asset (French and English)

Benefits:
YES is proud of its diverse, committed, focused and respectful staff and volunteers. YES has a dynamic and fast paced work environment and offers its employees:
10 sick days/personal days per year
A Group Insurance plan (Life Insurance/ Health & Dental/ Disability Insurance)
An Employee Assistance Plan
VRSP (Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan)
Closed between Christmas and New Year
11 Statutory holidays

Send your cover letter* and résumé to the Director of Administration and Personnel at (*résumé must be accompanied by a cover letter to be considered) YES is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• entrepreneurial: 3 years (required)
• project management: 3 years (required)

Work remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Virtual meetings