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 Programs Coordinators to oversee school food programs in Alberta. Reporting to the Senior Programs Advisor, the person hired for this position will work closely with schools and community partners to support the implementation of high-quality breakfast programs for students across assigned regions, ensuring they have access to a complete and nutritious breakfast every day in a caring, safe, and inclusive environment.

The person hired for this position will be responsible for building capacity in schools and communities through collaborative program development. The selected candidate will develop and execute initiatives to improve the quality of support provided by the Club to partners and fostering new, meaningful relationships with key stakeholders in the assigned region. as well as build proximity across assigned regions. The individual will build proximity across the assigned regions also support the development and implementation of projects to improve food access for schools and communities.

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

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support existing programs by providing in-person visits and virtual support to 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 Alberta.
• 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 (e.g., Breakfast Chats, webinars, open houses).
• Work alongside the Nutrition Services team to create 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, particularly within community or school settings, including needs assessments.
• 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.
• 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 (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom), as well as collaborative platforms (e.g., SharePoint or Monday.com) (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.
• Summer flex schedule.
• Vacation and personal leave days.
• Paid day off on your birthday.
• Group insurance plan with premiums partially covered by the employer.
• Access to telemedicine services and an employee assistance program.
• Group RRSP with matching employer contributions.
• Employee recognition program.
• Health and wellness program.
• Professional development program.
• The selected candidate will work remotely from an Alberta city, with easy access to a major airport.
• Target start date: As soon as possible.