Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Location: Sioux Lookout

Job Type: Full-Time position

Reports To: Executive Director, Sioux Lookout Friendship Accord EDC

Job Summary: The Project Coordinator will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of various training projects of the Sioux Lookout Friendship Accord. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring alignment with the agency’s vision and mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning: In cooperation with key project partners (such as government funder(s), training delivery agent(s), employers, industry partners and community stakeholders) develop comprehensive training project plans, including location(s), timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Coordination: Facilitate consistent and regular communication between key project partners, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure project objectives are met.
Monitoring: Track project progress, identify potential risks to SLFA management and project partners, and implement approved contingency plans as directed.
Reporting: Regularly prepare and present progress reports to management, government funder(s) and community stakeholders.
Compliance: Ensure all training projects adhere to relevant regulations and standards.
Budget Reporting: Provide regular updates to VP, Finance related to project costs, track project expenses and ensure spending is efficient and transparent, and in compliance with budget, and terms of the funding agreement.
Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain and strengthen partnerships with other organizations and community stakeholders such as First Nations, municipalities, tribal councils, employment agencies, colleges, employers and industry partners (e.g. mining, transport)

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred, additional preference for education in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working within a project-oriented environment, additional preference for experience in project coordination or working within a related field.
Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Valid drivers license.
Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in training and development projects.
Knowledge of non-profit operations and funding mechanisms.
Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, CAPM) is a plus.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter by 4 pm, Monday, April 14, 2025 to:

Jacob Dockstator, Executive Director

Email:  dockstator@slfa.ca.