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Program Coordinator – School Nutrition Program Jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada at E4C
Title: Program Coordinator – School Nutrition Program
Company: E4C
Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
About E4c
e4c is a community-focused organization working toward the elimination of poverty through collaboration with partners across sectors. We are dedicated to changing lives and growing inclusive, caring communities by supporting individuals and families in times of need and creating pathways to self-sufficiency. Guided by our core values of courage, compassion, connection, and commitment, we strive for excellence, innovation, and meaningful community impact.
Position Summary
The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, administering, supporting, and delivering e4c’s school-based programs within assigned schools. This includes:
- The School Nutrition Program : Providing nutritious meals and snacks each school day to thousands of children and youth in high-needs or socially vulnerable schools.
- Out of School Time Programming (e.g., Young Chefs): Offering high-quality programs that help children and youth develop fundamental life skills.
A key aspect of this role is building strong relationships with school staff, students, partners, and frontline program staff to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and achieve program goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Young Chefs and School Nutrition Programs, ensuring nutritious, culturally appropriate, and fiscally sustainable meals and skill-building activities for school-age children.
- Coordinate program registrations, referrals, and daily operations in collaboration with schools, staff, students, and families.
- Supervise, mentor, and train Nutrition Support Workers, volunteers, and student placements to ensure program goals, safety protocols, and Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth are met.
- Develop educational resources, programming materials, and menus, maintaining program manuals, handbooks, and other resources.
- Manage administrative tasks including budgeting, reporting, payroll, invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reconciliations.
- Foster effective communication and strong relationships with school staff, students, parents, volunteers, community partners, and the e4c team.
- Participate in recruitment, selection, staff training, meetings, and strategic planning to support program growth and organizational objectives.
Qualifications
Education
- Post-secondary education in Sociology, Political Science, Education, Child and Youth Care, Nutrition, Food Science, Community Development or other related fields.
Certification
- AHS Food Handler Certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and vehicle
- Proof of vehicle insurance (min. $2 million liability), registration and 3-year drivers abstract
- Mental Health First Aid considered an asset
- Trauma-Informed or Harm Reduction training considered an asset
Experience
- 1+ years experience in coordinating and delivering programs geared to children/youth while collaborating with multiple stakeholders within a school setting
- Skilled in engaging school communities, children, and diverse populations in a non-profit setting.
- Experience in leadership, coaching, and mentoring staff and volunteers.
- Knowledge of food service management, menu planning, food security, and safe handling practices.
- Experience with budget analysis, financial management, data collection, and reporting.
- Proficient in using computer applications to support program administration.
- Strong ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders, partners, and community members.
Compensation And Benefits
- Competitive Salary: $54,080.00
- 4 weeks vacation + 10 paid sick days
- Robust Benefits Package
- Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- RRSP Matching
- Professional Development Opportunities
At e4c diversity is our strength. We embrace diversity and offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We welcome your application regardless of origin, culture, ethnicity, age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation or faith.
Prior to successful employment with e4c, applicants are required to submit a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check.
