001 - Project Coordinator

Métis Nation of Ontario•Sudbury, ON

About The Position

The Project Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of Employment and Training programs and initiatives across the Métis Nation of Ontario. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of assigned projects, maintaining organized and accurate project records, and ensuring that program milestones and deliverables are met on time and in accordance with funding agreements. Working closely with internal staff, community members, and external partners, the Project Coordinator applies specialized knowledge of project coordination, community engagement, and administrative systems to support high-quality service delivery. The position requires independent decision-making, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of experience
University Degree
Strong desire to act in the service of the Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold rights and culture
A high degree of technology literacy and proficiency in standard office equipment
Advanced communications skills, both written and verbal
Strong research and analytical skills
Strong project coordination, including the design and implementation of project work plans
Superior organization skills
Highly detail-oriented
Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands and assess changing priorities
Demonstrated ability to assess situations and problem-solve independently
Demonstrated ability to work alone/independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Utilize specialized knowledge to meet program, Branch and organizational needs.
Develop programs, policies, and proposals based on demographic, social and economic research and analysis.
Act in accordance with the guidelines of the associated professional designations and standards.
Conduct program and project evaluation, using a variety of research and evaluation tools.
Respond to the needs of internal and external clients as required.
Research practices and recommend changes or modifications to existing policies, practices or positions.
Research and prepare detailed and accurate reports, briefing notes and presentations.
Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of issues.
Promote, track, and measure compliance with program funding requirements by creating and implementing appropriate data collection, reporting, and/or recordkeeping processes.
Promotes the values of the organization within the workplace and in the community by demonstrating positive and professional relationships with others (employees, citizens, council, volunteers, advocates, etc.).
Reports all unsafe conditions, hazards or practices, accidents and incidents by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and adheres to all Health and Safety requirements within the MNO’s policies and procedures and provincial legislation.
Performs other job/branch-related duties as required.
Coordinate the implementation of assigned Education and Training projects, including organizing tasks and timelines, maintaining project records, and ensuring that deliverables are completed on schedule and by funding agreement requirements.
Liaise with internal teams, community councils, training partners, and other stakeholders to support community-based initiatives, facilitate engagement, and serve as a key point of contact for assigned programs or events.
Track project data and prepare reports for internal and external use, ensuring accuracy in program statistics, outcomes, and documentation to support compliance, evaluation, and funding renewal.

Benefits

4% Vacation pay
Pension plan
Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December
16 paid public and employer holidays
15 paid health & wellness days
Challenging, multi-disciplinary work environment that fosters learning and professional development
Substantial educational incentive to promote personal and professional growth
An opportunity to make a direct or indirect impact on the lives of the Métis Peoples across the Province
Employee Assistance Plan
Telemedicine plan
Goodlife corporate membership discount
Bell Mobility's exclusive partner program
Staple's corporate discount
Dell member purchase program
Mark's corporate discount