Program Associate; Northern Alberta)

Position: Program Associate (Northern Alberta)
Why Work at Sagesse?  At Sagesse, you'll be part of a team dedicated to ending domestic abuse and creating safer communities. Every role contributes to meaningful, lasting change for individuals and families through prevention, intervention, and innovation.
Position Summary  The Program Associate provides administrative, logistical and relationship management support to Sagesse's intervention programming across Alberta. This role helps ensure programs are delivered consistently, effectively and in alignment with organizational goals while supporting community partnerships and program improvement. Preference for this position will be given to those who live in Northern Alberta.

Key Responsibilities  Program Delivery & Support   Build and maintain relationships with intervention partnership sites across Alberta
Support implementation and delivery of intervention programs
Assist with integrating research and emerging practices into program delivery
Peer Support   Identify, develop and engage with peer support partner sites across Alberta in collaboration with the Peer Support Coordinator
Implement, maintain, and support program delivery based on program design
Real Talk   Identify , develop and engage with Real Talk partnerships and opportunities across Alberta in collaboration with the Real Talk Coordinator
Engage in facilitation of Real Talk program, including leading workshops and partnership collaboration internally and externally
Volunteer   Support implementation of volunteer standards, policies, procedures and guidelines with direction from agency leadership
Support screening, onboarding, training, evaluation and appreciation of agency volunteers
Support implementation of volunteer wellness and belonging
Program Administration   Communicate program updates and changes to partnership sites
Maintain accurate data and organizational records
Coordinate program scheduling and tracking
Report on monthly activities and statistics
Attend supervision and staff meetings
Office Operations Support   Carry out office systems and administrative duties as assigned
Support organizational processes and maintain documentation
Participate in onsite office responsibilities as required
Core Competencies   Relationship Building
Organization & Coordination
Communication
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Adaptability
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Qualifications

Required:

Experience, skills, and/or interest in administrative and logistical support
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Comfort with a hybrid work environment and virtual technology
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Preferred:
Experience supporting community-based, non-profit, or social service programs
Experience coordinating multiple projects or partnerships.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Leads with curiosity and vulnerability
Thrives in a fast-paced, self-directed environment
Demonstrates strong judgment and adaptability
Applies cross-sectional, gender-transformative, and intersectional perspectives to their work
Work Environment   Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work remotely, in-office, or through telecommuting arrangements
Frequent collaboration with community partners and internal teams across Alberta.
A blend of administrative, logistical, relationship management, and program support responsibilities.
Occasional evening and weekend commitments
Travel around province as required, with ability to travel to the main office in Calgary at minimum twice per calendar year
Belonging and Culture  At Sagesse, we are committed to creating a workplace where every team member is recognized and valued for their unique contributions. We foster a culture of equitable practices, authentic self-expression, continuous learning, and meaningful connection.
Disclaimer  This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and expectations of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified from time to time to meet organizational and operational needs.
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Reports to:

REAL Talk Coordinator

Schedule:

Primarily Monday to Friday daytime hours, with some evenings and weekends required

Location:

Alberta-based (Primarily remote, with travel around the province and to the main office in Calgary required as needed.
Benefits:
Eligible for Sagesse Benefits program after 3-month probation period