Program Facilitator

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Skills Ontario is seeking a Program Facilitator to help to deliver all of Skills Ontario’s programs including Presentations, Summer Camps, Trades and Tech Truck Program, Conferences and other events, as well help with Competitions when needed. While this position is hybrid, the candidate must reside in Thunder Bay or the surrounding area.

FULL-TIME, PERMANENT POSITION (35 Hours a Week)
SALARY: $44,625

The successful candidate will inform and inspire students about the first-choice career opportunities that exist in the skilled trades and technologies through the following activities:

• Schedule and facilitate multiple presentations a week to promote awareness of career opportunities in the skilled trades and technologies
• Establish and maintain relationships with school boards, communities, and other stakeholders
• Organize events to bring together local skilled trades professionals and youth, including managing student recruitment, organizing logistics, etc.
• Assist with the Trades and Tech Truck when required
• Deliver up to 6 weeks of summer camps during July and August locally and/or provincially
• Facilitate other events and programs as required (i.e. Young Women’s Events)
• Other duties as assigned

The incumbent will be responsible for delivering programming to their local school boards (Public and Catholic) and surrounding communities; travel may be required across the province to help deliver Skills Ontario’s programs. When not facilitating, the successful candidate will be working from home to complete all administrative tasks.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Secondary School Graduate
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
• Fluency in French is not required but is an asset (written and oral)
• Experience in delivering workshops, programs, or presentations to youth
• Prior knowledge of and/or experience with skilled trade and technology occupations is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to make outbound calls and visits
• Experience in coordinating and facilitating events
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Willingness to travel as required (mileage reimbursement by Skills Ontario)
• Able to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle is required
• Preference will be given to candidates that identify as First Nation, Métis or Inuit. Self-Identification is encouraged

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to Presentations Program Manager, Nicole Stoikos, at nstoikos@skillsontario.com

Skills Ontario is committed to creating a safe and healthy environment for all youth. As such, the selected candidate will be required to submit references and a vulnerable sector–criminal records check.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted come January 2024. Please note resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the advertisement will be removed once a candidate has been identified. We are only able to consider candidates who currently have the right to work in Canada.

PLEASE NOTE:

Skills Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or status. Skills Ontario welcomes and encourages applications from people with exceptionalities. Skills Ontario is committed to accommodating applicants with exceptionalities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates who require accommodations in the interview process may contact Ashley Cuglietta at acuglietta@skillsontario.comand all information received will be addressed confidentially.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $44,625.00 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: On the road