Programs Coordinator (British Columbia) – Full-Time

Programs Coordinator (British Columbia)

Founded in 1994, Breakfast Club of Canada is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing services and funding to school breakfast programs across the country. We work with partners from all sectors to deliver a high-quality national school food program. Together, we create a nurturing environment, where children and youth can access the nourishment, they need to succeed and flourish. Our organization has grown tremendously over the years, but our desire to see children thrive has remained constant.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Breakfast Club of Canada is currently looking to hire a Programs Coordinator to oversee school food programs in British Columbia. Reporting to the Senior Programs Advisor, the person hired for this position will represent the Club as a connector and collaborator, supporting school food programming across their assigned region and helping ensure students have access to a complete and nutritious breakfast every day in a caring, safe, and inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships and working hands-on with school districts, school administrators, community organizations, and school staff to ensure every child has access to a complete, nutritious breakfast every school day. They will build capacity in schools and communities through collaborative support and program development, improving the quality of support the Club offers its partners. They will also help shape projects and ideas that expand food access across the province.

Breakfast Club of Canada promotes employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support existing school food programs by providing in-person visits and virtual support to school districts, schools and regional partners to support continued program development and assess individual program needs.
• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with key stakeholders in the targeted region and facilitate collaboration to strengthen programs, build capacity and increase food access in schools and communities to run quality breakfast programming and maximize impact.
• Coordinate various annual processes related to program operations, such as the distribution and analysis of school reports, annual grant review, partnership agreements, etc.
• Coordinate new school onboardings and facilitate needs’ assessment for schools across British Columbia.
• In collaboration with the Procurement and Logistics team, support school partners with management of their food and equipment deliveries.
• Support in the development, tracking, and reporting on KPIs regarding service levels and local impact.
• Report information and analyze data concerning local and regional support.
• Support greater community engagement.
• Contribute to additional program support mandate by participating in committees and cross-functional projects based on team needs and expertise.
• Contribute to the enhancement and evolution of breakfast programs by developing and updating school resources, tools, and initiatives (, Breakfast Chats, newsletters, webinars, open houses).
• Support the Nutrition Services team to promote regionally relevant nutrition resources that address local food access challenges, including menu planning and assessments.
• Facilitate the initiatives of other Club departments that involve programs (Philanthropy, Communications-Marketing, Government Relations, etc.) including facilitating program visits for applicable donors.
• Perform other tasks as required to ensure the smooth functioning of the team.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• College or vocational diploma or attestation in a related discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in program coordination, relationship management, partnership development or community engagement ideally within the food access, school food eco-system or non-profit sectors.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a car, and willingness to travel on a regular basis to provide in-person support.
• Strong understanding of and experience working with diverse cultures and communities, in remote, rural and/or urban settings.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities.
• A collaborative, creative, solutions focused mindset and genuine passion for student well-being.
• Familiarity with school nutrition programming, food access issues and/or community food systems (an asset).
• Experience delivering workshops, training sessions, or facilitating collaborative meetings with diverse stakeholders in person or virtually (an asset).
• Experience and/or competence with virtual communication tools (, Microsoft Teams, Zoom), as well as collaborative platforms (, SharePoint or (an asset).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and databases experience.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; proficiency in French (an asset).

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Adherence to Breakfast Club of Canada’s mission and values.
Ability to build trust-based relationships, clearly convey ideas, actively listen, and adapt communication style to match diverse stakeholders, including school staff, district representatives, community members, remote colleagues and direct managers.
Comfort with changing environments and schedules, whether travelling or responding to new programs or organizational developments.
Can work independently, maintaining focus and productivity if working remotely or travelling.
Strong organizational skills to balance remote tasks, travel commitments, and administrative deadlines with ease.
Ability to work well with remote teams, fostering a sense of unity and purpose.
Collaborative team player and strong interpersonal abilities.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Flexible hours to promote work-life balance.
• Summer work schedule.
• Annual salary of $50,000 to $60,000, depending on experience.
• Vacation and personal leave days.
• Group insurance plan with premiums partially covered by the employer.
• Access to telemedicine services.
• Employee assistance program.
• Group RRSP with matching employer contributions.
• Access to a multitude of programs and allowances: recognition, health and wellness, remote work, training and professional development, etc.
• The selected candidate will work remotely from their home in British Columbia and will be required to travel frequently to schools within their assigned territory. This person must also have close access to a major airport.
• Target start date: As soon as possible.
• Pay: $50,$60, per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Work Location: On the road