Project Coordinator

In this role, you will report to the Director of Manufacturing Initiatives, and work with the project team, to develop, implement, and coordinate regional and/or national projects and programs for federal and provincial government clients, including:

• Student wage subsidy and work placement programs for post-secondary and high school students
• Recruitment, onboarding and retention programs supporting the manufacturing sector
• Manufacturing Essentials Certification training programs
• Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) collection, analysis and dissemination

The ideal candidate has demonstrated success in project coordination and exceptional communications and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The position will be based in Owen Sound /Grey Bruce surrounding area or Ottawa.

What you will do:

• Track progress against program/project plans and specific targets.
• Participate in project evaluation and stakeholder follow-up.
• Facilitate close cooperation with project partners to ensure a consistently high level of service delivery.
• Liaise with service providers and external stakeholders.
• Work proactively with internal staff to collaborate on activities, share information and provide updates to senior management.
• Explore new support program opportunities through external partnerships.
• Attend events and/or focus groups to present information, network, collect information.
• Provide administrative support and documentation.

What we are looking for:

• The ideal candidate has completed post-secondary education in Human Resources
• Management, Business or other related field; OR, has the commensurate experience and/or equivalent knowledge and abilities.
• Two to five years’ experience in coordinating activities, with demonstrated success in setting and achieving program targets and managing tight timelines.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Must be detail-oriented, with exceptional communication skills (written and oral).
• Must have excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools.
• Knowledge and experience in the manufacturing sector is considered an asset.
• Able to obtain a clear criminal record check.
• Legally able to work in Canada