About this role
Coordinate youth engagement programs for the Rick Hansen Foundation School Program, including the Difference Maker of the Year Awards, Youth Leadership Committee, and global Youth Leadership Network. Focus on inclusion, accessibility, and empowering youth with and without disabilities as leaders.
Must have
University degree in relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 3 years of related experience in program coordination, youth engagement and facilitation, or equity focused practice
Demonstrated experience supporting youth-focused programs and/or event planning
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Experience with virtual meeting/webinar technology such as Zoom or MS Teams
Experience using AI-enabled tools responsibly such as Copilot preferred
Experience with databases, Salesforce and/or other CRM databases are assets
Knowledge of program management and development of policies and procedures
Non-profit experience is an asset
Knowledge of accessibility, disability inclusion, and experiences of people with disabilities preferred
Vulnerable Sector Check required
Technologies
Responsibilities
Plan and execute the RHFSP Difference Maker of the Year Awards from start to post awards
Manage nomination process including equitable review of nominations
Act as main point of contact for awards including nominators, nominees and recipients
Develop plan to expand awards globally and lead execution including international partnerships
Coordinate projects including monitoring timelines and deliverables
Act as main point of contact for Youth Leadership Committee members
Facilitate onboarding and offboarding of YLC members per Terms of Reference
Research and coordinate mentorship opportunities for YLC for advocacy and networking skills
Provide leadership to YLC members ensuring they set and complete annual projects
Contribute to development of new global Youth Leadership Network and lead execution
Ensure ongoing and accurate program data and reporting is captured in Salesforce
Contribute to annual year-end survey, reports and funder stewardship reports
Prepare Purchase Orders, invoices, RFPs, contracts, and expense claims as needed
Contribute to team meetings, brainstorms and discussions on program expansion
Recruitment process
Reports to Manager, Rick Hansen Foundation School Program
Start date October 2026
Full-time ongoing position
Works closely with RHFSP team, Marketing Communications team, external and international partners
Preference given to applicants who are persons with disabilities
Lived experience with disability or connection to youth-serving communities may be considered in lieu of formal education
Commitment to inclusive, accessible, and trauma-informed engagement practices required
Application deadline September 4, 2026 quoting reference 2026-11
Accommodations available for all aspects of selection process
