We’re currently looking for:
- Program agent (Canada Summer Job)
Program agent
French for the Future is a not-for-profit organization that empowers and connects youth ages 12-18 across Canada through inspiring events and transformative experiences that fuel self-confidence, leadership, and a passion for French and Francophone cultures. Please visit our website for more information: www.french-future.org.
The Program Agent reports to the Program Manager and assists with the successful conduct of French for the Future main seven programs. The selected candidate will also participate in maintaining records of past program participants, and encouraging the continued participation of students who have previously been involved in the organization’s programs. This entry level role will also provide the chosen candidate with experience in communications and social media management.
The ideal candidate must be fluently bilingual in both French and English and a team player able to show initiative and commitment on a day-to-day basis.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Program Manager with the implementation of French for the Future’s key programs (National Ambassador Youth Forum, Franconnexion Sessions, National Essay Contest, Local Forums) including managing program registrations, mailing materials, updating templates and forms, processing data, as needed.
- Assist with development of new educational resources for French for the Future’s Franconnexion Sessions.
- Help manage records to document program activities.
- Monitor and conduct research to update Fr+, an online platform in French based on the interests of 14-17 year old.
- Liaise with teachers, guidance counsellors, French coordinators, and students throughout Canada.
- Update database and create and maintain records of program participants.
- Update content for the organization online presence (website, social media)
- Carry out administrative activities associated with the key programs.
Qualifications
- Eligibility to Canada’s Summer Job Program (applicant must be between 15 and 30 years old, must be citizen, permanent resident or refugee in Canada and must be able to work legally in Canada. International students are not eligible).
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Work experience with youth from 12 to 20 years of age an asset
- Bilingualism (French/English) required: strong spoken and written skills in both languages
- Technological skills:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Required
- WordPress or another CMS – Asset
- SurveyMonkey – Asset
- Ability to undertake and manage multiple duties and projects
- Possess excellent organizational skills
- Adaptable and able to work well within a team
- Motivated, with a track record of taking initiative
Terms of employment
- 9 weeks contract
- 30 hours/week
- $18.5/hour
- Start date: flexible, but the 9 weeks contract must be completed before or on August 1st, 2024.
- Hybrid: Office environment Monday-Tuesday, and telework the rest of the week
How to apply
Applicants must send their CV and cover letter (both in French) by email employment@french-future.org. Please write “Program Agent” in the subject field. Deadline to apply is May 12, 2024.
Applicants must be able to work legally in Canada, and must meet the Canada Summer Job eligibility criteria.
We thank all applicants for applying, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
French for the Future is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Thank you for your interest about employment opportunities at French for the Future. Currently we do not have any open positions, however if you are interested in possible future opportunities, please send your CV to emplois@francais-avenir.org. We will be in touch if a role becomes available that matches your skills and experiences.