ADMN O 18R - Program Coordinator

Bring your excellent organizational and time management skills to this dynamic, career building role

The Ministry of Children & Family Development is responsible for delivering programs and services to support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth, young adults and their families across BC.

Service Delivery Division includes approximately 4,000 employees working in 169 community offices across the province, specialized residential centres and 24/7 facilities, delivering and supporting face-to-face, centralized and virtual services across seven service lines: early childhood development, children and youth with support needs, child and youth mental health, child protection and family support, guardianship and adoption, youth justice, and helping youth transition to adulthood and adult services.

The Strategic Planning, Performance & Engagement Branch provides strategic and business planning, performance management and reporting, issues management, employee engagement, executive and internal communications, and project and change management services for the division.

The Program Coordinator works with a diverse group of staff across the branch and division to support and coordinate delivery of the branch’s services and supports.

Job Requirements:

• Certificate, diploma or some post-secondary education or training in project management, communications, social sciences or equivalent, and at least one (1) year of *related experience.
• *Related experience includes:
  • Experience writing and editing a broad range of reports and communications.
  • Experience providing coordination services for assigned projects.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Two or more years of *related experience.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel, including tracking and reporting out on complex information.
• Data analysis experience, including the development of reports for senior leaders.
• One or more years of experience working in the BC Public Service Social Sector.
• Self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

PROVISO

• Occasional overnight travel may be required to facilitate events.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jillian.Kuzyk@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
CRC - A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.