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Title:&nbsp;Regional Coordinator SWSE (Summer Work Student Exchange)Position Status: Full-TimeSalary:&nbsp;$47,000 - $50,000 per yearLocation:&nbsp;112 Wyse Road, Dartmouth, NSThere is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.&nbsp;We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;With us at their side, they can Shine On.&nbsp;As part of your total compensation:&nbsp;<ul><li>Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health &amp; Fitness facilities</li><li>Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home</li><li>Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs</li><li>3 weeks vacation entitlement and paid wellness days </li><li>Comprehensive benefits package and pension </li><li>Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services</li></ul>About the role:The YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange is a national exchange program offering opportunities for youth to improve their second official language skills (English/French) while gaining important employment experience. Participants, 16 and 17 years of age, travel to another community within Canada – where the other official language predominates – for 6 weeks during the summer. Youth are provided with a homestay and paid employment to deepen the cultural exchange through immersion. They participate in weekly program activities organized by the Local Coordinator in their new community.The Regional Coordinator will be an important member of the national team delivering this program by ensuring regional participant targets through the development of an effective outreach plan. Each year, the Regional Coordinator will hire, orient, train and supervise Local Coordinators that will directly support exchange participants in their host communities, and Support Coordinators who will act as team leads. Through the Local Coordinators, the Regional Coordinator will ensure that youth are also provided with an appropriate summer work placement.The Regional Coordinator is responsible to manage and maintain third party relationships with local employers and local support organizations. The Regional Coordinator promotes YMCA programs to the community, employers, and other individuals and organizations to assist the YMCA in achieving program and strategic outcomes.Please note this is a bilingual role requiring English and French.Responsibilities<ul><li>Promotion and outreach - Develop and implement a regional promotion and communication plan to achieve provincial youth recruitment targets representative of the demographics of Canada</li><li>Staffing - Hire, orient, train, support and supervise an effective staff team of Local Coordinators who will directly support participants in their host communities, and Support Coordinators who will act as team leads</li><li>Program delivery - Provide service to participants, hosts/families, employers and the general public in both official languages. Effectively problem-solve issues resolve conflicts as they arise, and keep the Manager informed</li><li>Financial management - Follow financial systems and maintain financial reports in line with YMCA policies and procedures. Ensure timely and accurate submission of invoices, expense forms and statistics to both the local and national offices</li><li>Ensure compliance with all terms of the government contribution agreement and contracts including provincial targets, regional expenditure of funds, and financial and statistical reporting</li><li>Demonstrate appropriate behaviors in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; take a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represent the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner</li><li>Understand the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services</li><li>Understand the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrate the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with staff, volunteers and members</li><li>Other duties as assigned in support of successful SWSE program</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills<ul><li>3 years of experience in program delivery and team leadership/staff management; specific experience with youth programs and/or exchange programs is an asset</li><li>A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a college diploma or university degree in Youth Work, Education, Social Work or Services, Community Development, or related fields</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and communication with staff, program participants, families, volunteers, community members, and employers </li><li>Fluent oral and excellent written communication skills in both French and English </li><li>Excellent human resources management skills (such as hiring, performance support, etc.) </li><li>Knowledge and ability to integrate anti-racism, anti-oppression, critical disability, LGBTQ2S-positive, trauma-informed, harm reduction, and strengths-based principles into practice</li><li>Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity</li><li>Experience working with budgets is an asset </li><li>Knowledge and experience with facilitation, training, and/or experiential learning is an asset </li><li>Ability to use Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and cloud-based technology </li><li>Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive for work; access to a vehicle is an asset</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours and travel for up to one week at a time, several times a year</li></ul>To apply:Please apply online at <a href="https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/" target="_blank">https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/</a> by November 21, 2025.Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:<ul><li>Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older</li><li>Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire</li><li>Valid First Aid and CPR Training</li></ul>Please note: Background checks are reviewed on an individual basis – offenses, if any, are based on role and Child Safeguarding requirements, and may not eliminate candidates from employment at our YMCA.At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.&nbsp;Coordonnateur ou coordonnatrice régional(e) - (SWSE) - Atlantique – Québec (Bilingue)Contrat: Salarié à temps pleinSalaire initial: 47,000$ - 50,000$Compétence spéciale: Bilinguisme en anglais et en français requis &nbsp;Lieu de travail:&nbsp; 112 Wyse Road, Dartmouth, NEL’expérience YMCA:Le YMCA du Grand Halifax / Dartmouth offre des programmes et des services aux citoyens de la municipalité régionale d’Halifax incluant la ville d’Halifax, Dartmouth ainsi que les communautés environnantes. Depuis plus de 165 ans, l'association a comme tradition de satisfaire les besoins changeant de la communauté.&nbsp; Notre YMCA offre des services englobant la santé et le bien-être, l'employabilité, les services de garde, le logement et les camps, les services aux immigrants et le développement du leadership. L'Association emploie 150 employés à temps plein et à temps partiel et la communauté bénéficie de la contribution annuelle de plus de 300 bénévoles du YMCA.Nature et portée:Le programme Emplois d’été Échanges étudiants est un programme d’échange national qui offre aux jeunes la possibilité d’améliorer leur connaissance de leur langue seconde officielle (français/anglais) tout en acquérant une expérience de travail pertinente. Les participants, âgés de 16 ou 17 ans, vontvivre dans une autre province canadienne, où l’autre langue officielle prédomine, pendant 6 semaines durant l’été. Les jeunes vivent dans une famille d’accueil et occupent un emploi rémunéré afin d’approfondir leur expérience interculturelle par le biais d'une immersion. Ils participants à des activités de groupe hebdomadaires organisées par un(e) coordonnateur(trice) local(e).La&nbsp; coordonnatrice&nbsp; ou&nbsp; &nbsp;le&nbsp; coordonnateur régional(e)&nbsp; sera&nbsp; un&nbsp; membre&nbsp; important&nbsp; de&nbsp; l'équipe nationale offrant&nbsp; &nbsp;la prestation&nbsp; de&nbsp; ce&nbsp; programme ;&nbsp; &nbsp;cette&nbsp; personne&nbsp; assure&nbsp; l’atteinte&nbsp; des&nbsp; objectifs régionaux&nbsp; de participation à travers le développement d'un plan de promotion efficace&nbsp; du programme dans les collectivités.&nbsp; &nbsp;Chaque année,&nbsp; cette personne devra&nbsp; embaucher,&nbsp; orienter,&nbsp; former&nbsp; et&nbsp; superviser&nbsp; les coordonnateurs locaux qui appuieront directement les participants dans leurs communautés d'accueilsi que les coordonnateurs de soutien qui agiront comme chefs d’équipe. À travers les coordonnateurs locaux, la coordonnatrice ou le coordonnateur régional(e) veillera à ce que les jeunes reçoivent également un emploi d'été approprié.La coordonnatrice ou le coordonnateur régional(e) est responsable de gérer et de maintenir les relations avec les tierces parties telles que les employeurs locaux et les organisations de soutien locales. Cette personne fait la promotion des&nbsp; programmes du YMCA&nbsp; auprès de la communauté, des employeurs, et autres personnes et organisations qui peuvent aider le YMCA dans son offre de programme et l’atteinte de résultats stratégiques.Responsabilités:<ul><li>Promotion et sensibilisation - Développer et exécuter un plan de promotion et de communication régional afin d’atteindre les objectifs provinciaux de recrutement des jeunes qui représentent la démographie du Canada.</li><li>Recrutement du personnel - Embaucher, orienter, former et superviser une équipe efficace de coordonnateurs locaux qui appuieront directement les participants dans leurs communautés d'accueil, ainsi que les coordonnateurs de soutien qui agiront en tant que chefs d’équipe.</li><li>Prestation du programme – Appuyer les participants, les familles, les employeurs et le grand public dans les deux langues officielles. Trouver des solutions rapides aux problèmes et résoudre les conflits qui se présentent ; informer la gestionnaire nationale et la gestionnaire en chef des opérations.</li><li>Gestion financière – Suivre les systèmes financiers et assurer le maintien des rapports financiers conformément aux politiques et procédures du YMCA. Assurer la soumission en temps opportun et la précision des factures, des formulaires de dépenses et des statistiques au bureau local et national.</li><li>Veiller au respect de tous les termes de l'accord de contribution du gouvernement et des contrats, y compris les objectifs provinciaux, les dépenses régionales des fonds de contribution et des rapports financiers et statistiques.</li><li>Démontrer un comportement approprié conformément à la mission, à la vision et aux valeurs de l’organisme comme en témoignent les compétences du YMCA. Adopter une approche ciblée pour améliorer la compréhension des membres à propos des programmes offerts à travers l'Association. Représenter le YMCA et l’Association d’une manière professionnelle.</li><li>Comprendre les obligations légales et l’impératif moral quant au signalement de mauvais traitements à un service de protection de la jeunesse.</li><li>Comprendre l'importance du partenariat entre le personnel et les bénévoles du YMCA et intégrer la valeur des partenariats philanthropiques et communautaires dans les relations avec le personnel, les bénévoles et les membres.</li><li>Effectuer toutes autres tâches connexes à l’appui de la réussite du programme.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Trois ans d'expérience en prestation de programme et en gestion d’équipe ou de personnel; une expérience liée aux programmes jeunesse et/ou aux programmes d’échange est un atout</li><li>Au niveau d’éducation, formation professionnelle et d’expérience équivalent à un diplôme universitaire ou collégial en travail auprès des jeunes, éducation, travail ou service social, développement communautaires, ou autres domaines connexes</li><li>Excellentes compétences en relations interpersonnelles et entregent ; capacité à établir des liens et à communiquer avec le personnel, les participants au programme, les familles, les bénévoles, les membres de la communauté, les employeurs</li><li>Excellente communication orale et écrite en anglais et en français</li><li>Excellentes compétences en gestion des ressources humaines (p. ex. embauche, soutien à la performance, etc.)</li><li>Connaissances et capacité d’intégrer/mettre en pratique les principes de l’antiracisme, l’anti- oppression, l’analyse critique en matière de handicap, l’affirmation des personnes LGBTQ et bi spirituelles, l’approche qui tient compte des traumatismes, la réduction des méfaits, et l’approche basée sur les forces</li><li>Un engagement à travailler dans un environnement d’inclusion sociale et à répondre de manière sensible aux différents besoins des membres selon les dimensions visibles et invisibles de la diversité</li><li>De l’expérience budgétaire ou financière est un atout</li><li>De l’expérience en animation, formation, et/ou apprentissage expérientiel est un atout</li><li>Capable d’utiliser Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, et la technologie infonuagique (le « cloud »)</li><li>Un permis de conduire valide et la volonté de se déplacer en voiture pour le travail ; avoir accès à un véhicule est un atout</li><li>Doit être en mesure de travailler des heures flexibles et voyager jusqu’à une semaine à la fois, plusieurs fois par année.</li></ul>Le poste requiert les compétences de l’Association suivantes:Compétence supérieure en communications interpersonnelles efficaces (en anglais et en français). Compétence avancée en éthique et gestion de soi ; mettre l’accent sur les membres ; établir des liens et des partenariats; mettre l’accent sur les résultats ; travail d'équipe et collaboration ; valorisation de la diversité et de l'inclusion sociale ; leadership ; gestion du personnel ; planification et initiative ; gestion financière. Compétence fondamentale en gestion et intendance de l’Association ; intégration multifonctionnelle ; orientation stratégique et gestion du changement.Envoyez votre CV et lettre de présentation en français et en anglais avant le 21 novembre 2025 à :L’offre d’emploi est conditionnelle à une preuve actuelle et satisfaisante de vérification des antécédents judiciaires. Dans les quatre premiers mois et tous les trois ans par la suite, une vérification des secteurs vulnérables est requise.&nbsp;Le YMCA du Grand Halifax / Dartmouth valorise la diversité des personnes et des communautés et s'engage à l'excellence et à l'inclusion dans notre association.Nous nous engageons à créer un environnement sans obstacle. Si vous avez besoin d'accommodements à un stade quelconque du processus d'embauche, veuillez nous en informer à l'avance pour organiser les aménagements raisonnables et appropriés.

YMCA of Greater Toronto / YMCA du Grand Toronto

Bilingual Regional Coordinator SWSE (Summer Work Student Exchange)

Development&nbsp;Organization: CANCARO – Black Youth Justice Program (BYJP)&nbsp; Location: Remote (Anywhere in Canada)&nbsp; Time Commitment: ~4–6 hours/week&nbsp;We are a community-driven organization dedicated to advancing the health, well-being, and empowerment of Black youth and their families across Canada. The Black Youth Justice Program (BYJP), led by CANCARO, delivers culturally relevant youth programming, wellness initiatives, community engagement, and advocacy to address systemic barriers faced by Black youth.&nbsp;Volunteer Leadership Opportunities – Remote (Anywhere in Canada)&nbsp;CANCARO is recruiting volunteer Directors to join the BYJP leadership team. These roles are fully remote, collaborative, and report directly to the Program Director. Volunteers will gain professional development, capacity-building opportunities, and networking connections while contributing to meaningful systemic change for Black youth and their families.&nbsp;About the Role:&nbsp; CANCARO’s Black Youth Justice Program (BYJP) is seeking a Director of Partnerships &amp; Resource Development to help grow and sustain our programs for Black youth and their families. This volunteer leadership role reports directly to the Program Director and works collaboratively with the leadership team to build partnerships, secure resources, and ensure the program’s long-term impact.&nbsp;Responsibilities:&nbsp;Cultivate and maintain relationships with funders, donors, and community partners.&nbsp;Develop and implement fundraising and resource development strategies.&nbsp;Support grant writing, proposals, and donor stewardship activities.&nbsp;Collaborate with the leadership team to align resources with program priorities.&nbsp;Establish formal agreements (MOUs, contracts) to secure partnerships.&nbsp;Foster collaborations with networks, coalitions, and alliances to expand organizational influence and reach.&nbsp;Lead grant writing, donor engagement, sponsorship negotiations, and fundraising campaigns.&nbsp;Oversee prospect research to identify new funding opportunities.&nbsp;Design and manage fundraising events or initiatives.&nbsp;Work closely with communications teams to craft compelling cases for support.&nbsp;Ensure consistent messaging to partners, funders, and stakeholders.&nbsp;Work with finance teams to forecast, track, and monitor resource inflows.&nbsp;What You’ll Gain:&nbsp;Capacity-building opportunities in fundraising and partnership development&nbsp;Professional development and leadership experience&nbsp;Networking with leaders across Canada’s nonprofit and youth-serving sectors&nbsp;Who We’re Looking For:&nbsp;Passion for the health and well-being of Black youth and their families&nbsp;Strong relationship-building and networking skills&nbsp;Ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment&nbsp;To Apply:&nbsp; Please send a resume and brief statement of interest to <a href="mailto:cooperandre2022@gmail.com" target="_blank">cooperandre2022@gmail.com</a>Volunteers must be committed to the health and well-being of Black youth and their families and be able to work collaboratively in a remote format.&nbsp;CANCARO is committed to equity in its volunteer and leadership practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous people, racialized communities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience relevant to the Black youth community.&nbsp;

Mindsilike

Volunteer Opportunity: Director, Partnerships & Resource Development

Organization: The Canadian African Network for Community Advocacy, Research &amp; Opportunities&nbsp; – Black Youth Justice Program (BYJP)&nbsp; Location: Remote (Anywhere in Canada)&nbsp; Time Commitment: ~4–6 hours/week&nbsp;We are a community-driven organization dedicated to advancing the health, well-being, and empowerment of Black youth and their families across Canada. The Black Youth Justice Program (BYJP), led by CANCARO, delivers culturally relevant youth programming, wellness initiatives, community engagement, and advocacy to address systemic barriers faced by Black youth.&nbsp;Volunteer Leadership Opportunities – Remote (Anywhere in Canada)&nbsp;CANCARO is recruiting volunteer Directors to join the BYJP leadership team. These roles are fully remote, collaborative, and report directly to the Program Director. Volunteers will gain professional development, capacity-building opportunities, and networking connections while contributing to meaningful systemic change for Black youth and their families.&nbsp;About the Role:&nbsp; BYJP is seeking a Director of Research &amp; Evaluation to lead data collection, program evaluation, and reporting. This volunteer role reports to the Program Director and ensures our programs are evidence-based, responsive, and impactful.&nbsp;Responsibilities:&nbsp;Develop and implement evaluation frameworks and data collection processes.&nbsp;Analyze program outcomes, metrics, and impact for continuous improvement.&nbsp;Provide insights to guide program design, strategy, and advocacy initiatives.&nbsp;Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure data informs decisions.&nbsp;Develop and implement a research and evaluation strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, programs, and advocacy priorities.&nbsp;Identify knowledge gaps and set research agendas to inform evidence-based programming and policy.&nbsp;Provide leadership on evaluation frameworks, methodologies, and ethical standards.&nbsp;Ensure community-based and participatory approaches where appropriate, centering lived experiences.&nbsp;Oversee data collection, analysis, and interpretation, ensuring rigor and cultural relevance.&nbsp;Manage research partnerships with universities, think tanks, and community organizations.&nbsp;Ensure all projects incorporate evaluation plans from the outset.&nbsp;Provide ongoing evaluation support to program staff, ensuring accountability to funders and stakeholders.&nbsp;Translate evaluation findings into actionable recommendations for program improvement and scaling.&nbsp;What You’ll Gain:&nbsp;Capacity-building in research, evaluation, and impact measurement&nbsp;Professional development and leadership experience&nbsp;Networking with funders, community leaders, and youth organizations&nbsp;Who We’re Looking For:&nbsp;Passion for improving outcomes for Black youth and their families&nbsp;Experience in research, evaluation, or data analysis&nbsp;Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote format&nbsp;To Apply:&nbsp; Please send a resume and brief statement of interest to <a href="mailto:cooperandre2022@gmail.com" target="_blank">cooperandre2022@gmail.com</a> Volunteers must be committed to the health and well-being of Black youth and their families and be able to work collaboratively in a remote format.&nbsp;CANCARO is committed to equity in its volunteer and leadership practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous people, racialized communities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience relevant to the Black youth community.&nbsp;

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