Project Administration Officer - Programs

Project Administration Officer (Canada Summer Jobs Program)

About Dying With Dignity Canada

Dying With Dignity Canada (DWDC) is the national human-rights charity committed to improving quality of dying, defending end-of-life rights, and helping Canadians avoid unwanted suffering.

DWDC has four strategic priorities:

1. Nurture a more inclusive and diverse end of life rights movement: DWDC will seek out, listen to, and integrate more perspectives in the work that we do
2. Address barriers to accessing a good death: DWDC will lead national advocacy efforts to eliminate obstacles to end-of-life choice, including access to advance requests and end forced transfers
3. Deliver high quality, relevant programs and services: DWDC will provide information, education, and support to individuals, families, and clinicians across Canada
4. Ensure sustainability, resiliency, and mission success: DWDC will invest in the growth and development of the organization and its people

Overview

The Project Administration Officer will work primarily with DWDC’s Support and Education team on meaningful initiatives related to end-of-life choice. The incumbent will support the organizations’ Education and Support programs, handling email inquiries, providing compassionate and professional customer service to those accessing DWDC’s education and patient support initiatives and providing administrative support to the program department. They will assist with the planning, coordination and preparation of online educational programs, such as webinars, including set up and management of hosting platforms. The incumbent will be provided opportunities to engage in mentorship activities with Senior staff members in other departments of interest.

Anticipated start date: June 22, 2026

Duration of contract: 8 weeks, full-time

Hourly wage: $20

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with the planning and preparation of online educational programs, such as webinars, including set up and management of hosting platforms
• Liaise with stakeholders and partners of the organization, compile data, and assist with the creation of reports
• Handles email inquiries by collecting relevant information and redirecting to the appropriate support staff, as needed
• Provides superior customer support and communicates effectively and professionally with the team, external stakeholders, and clients
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with team members to meet deadlines
• Assists Program Coordinator with patient support related document mailings (Advance Care Planning kits, MAID request forms, etc.) as needed

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting the end-of-life rights of people across Canada, while considering cultural differences and diverse perspectives on end-of-life care
• Current University or College student or recent graduate
• Comfortable with the topic of death, end-of-life conversations, and supporting a community focused on these topics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational/follow up skills
• Able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks appropriately and effectively
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion when necessary
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an open team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with web-based meeting platforms an asset
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM databases an asset
• Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility

Personal Values and Traits

The successful candidate will be passionate about defending Canadians’ end-of-life rights, including the right to medical assistance in dying. Our team members often communicate with severely ill and vulnerable Canadians who are weighing their end-of-life options or with the loved ones of these individuals. As a result, the successful candidate will be a strong active listener who consistently demonstrates compassion, humility, and the utmost discretion in their interactions with others.

Dying With Dignity Canada is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to fair employment practices.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process, as required. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known as early on as possible during the application process.

We encourage applications from Black people, Metis, Inuit and First Nations people, people of colour, people who identify with disability, LGBTQ+ people and people from other equity-seeking groups that face systemic discrimination. DWDC is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace, and a working environment free from all forms of discrimination, harassment, and violence.

We encourage and will prioritize applications from Black youth, Metis, Inuit and First Nations youth, racialized youth, youth with disabilities, LGBTQ+ youth and youth from other equity-seeking groups that face systemic discrimination. DWDC is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace, and a working environment free from all forms of discrimination, harassment, and violence.

To apply for this role please email your resume to jobs@dyingwithdignity.ca with the subject line: CSJ – Project Administration Officer, Programs. The posting closes on May 28, 2026 at 5pm ET. Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted regarding next steps. No phone calls please.