Trades Program Coordinator

Location: St. John's

Employment Type:

Contract - Full-time (12 months)
Total hours/week:  40 hours/week
Salary:  $25.00/hour

Location:

St. John's
The Trades Program Coordinator will plan and deliver Newfound Hands' Skilled Trades Accelerator Program, a short-cycle training and work-placement program that prepares newcomers to Newfoundland and Labrador for entry-level employment in the skilled trades and for entry into the apprenticeship system.

Key Responsibilities   Coordinate and support the classroom components of the program, liaising with training institutions and facilitators to support effective training delivery.
Coordinate training activities with training institutions and external facilitators, and monitor completion of required safety certifications.
Provide one-to-one support to participants, including goal setting, attendance monitoring, barrier identification and referrals to appropriate supports.
Coordinate and administer participant supports and program materials in accordance with program guidelines.
Build and maintain employer relationships, facilitate participant work placements, and conduct site visits and check-ins to support placement success.
Coordinate and facilitate information sessions, employer round tables and community outreach activities in partnership with program staff and partners.
Liaise with participants, training institutions, facilitators and employers to support effective program implementation and address emerging needs.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date participant and program data for internal and funder reporting.
Prepare internal and funder reports and support ongoing program monitoring and evaluation.
Contribute to funding proposals and renewal applications, including program descriptions, outcome summaries and supporting documentation.
Apply sound project management practices to monitor program timelines, activities and deliverables.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualification and Experience   Experience in a similar role, such as program coordination, employment services, settlement services or training delivery
Knowledge of newcomer experiences, immigration and barriers to labour market participation
Familiarity with the skilled trades, construction workplaces or the provincial apprenticeship system is an asset
Demonstrated ability to manage work plans, schedules and reporting deadlines
Ability to build relationships with employers, training partners and community organizations
Cultural awareness and sensitivity working with a diverse client group
Excellent verbal, written communication and facilitation skills
Valid class 5 NL driver's licence and daily access to a personal vehicle is valuable
Experience contributing to grant applications or funder reports is an asset
Second language is an asset