Program Support Coordinator Jobs

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determines resources and activities required for the rollout of communications plans and organization deadlines and timelines for meeting plan deliverables.
• Provides support to the respective Unit in the development and delivery of large Department or corporate multiyear projects and events.
• Provides support in the research, compilation of data and analysis for the Unit staff and the Executive Manager on current issues and trends, best practices and emerging legislation and advises on implications for the development of Department initiatives, as directed and appropriate.
• Provides general administrative support as required.
• Assists in the development and implementation of Unit communication strategies and tools for the implementation and roll out of new initiatives.
• Organizes various meetings; prepares and distributes agendas; takes meeting minutes; ensures that facilities and any necessary audio/visual equipment are booked, refreshments ordered and confirms attendance.
• Provides administrative support for ongoing projects, including compiling background material for the Executive Manager and Program Managers.
• Conducts research and provides advice to the Executive Manager on where focus and efforts should be placed to advance initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.  
• Liaises, fosters and maintains positive relationships with internal staff and external contacts, government and non-government agencies and the public.
• Coordinates work plan schedules and gathers materials and documents for emergent/ad hoc projects, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in research, analysis and interpretation of data.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in project coordination with the public sector including experience providing administrative support and supporting policy and program development.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to meet deadlines.
• Successful completion of a College Diploma in Public Administration or Business Administration or approved equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership.
• Demonstrated coordination skills to foster co-operative and collaborate working relationships.