Job Description

Program Coordinator,

Canadian Foundation for Financial Planning

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Full-Time Contract Position -- 6-month term, with a possibility of extension


September 2025 start date

Position Overview

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Reporting to the Bilingual Program Manager, the Program Coordinator will support the planning and smooth operation of the Foundation's community-based workshops and one-to-one sessions, working closely with individuals from low-income communities and the organizations that serve them, as well as the Foundation's cohort of volunteer financial planning professionals. In this new role, you will have the opportunity to play a key part in expanding and strengthening the Foundation's pro bono financial planning initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Volunteers + Contribute to the recruitment, onboarding, and continuous support of volunteers
+ Schedule workshops and one-to-one sessions, aligning the proficiencies of volunteers with the needs of community partners and program participants
+ Support the application and monitoring of volunteer policies, procedures, and evaluations
+ Ensure accurate and timely entry of all volunteer-related data into the Foundation's systems
Community Engagement + Research and recommend potential community partners, conducting outreach and delivering presentations at the request of the Bilingual Program Manager
+ Build and coordinate relationships between the Foundation and its community partners
+ Support program evaluation practices in cooperation with community partner agencies
+ Maintain accurate records of presentations, and evaluation and survey results
Communications + With the Bilingual Program Manager, create and publish engaging content and information across the Foundation's communications channels, especially Facebook and LinkedIn
+ Coordinate translation services, as needed
+ Facilitate the addition of educational or informational content to the Foundation website
+ Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming inquiries to the Foundation, at the direction of the Bilingual Program Manager
Contribute to the creation of reports to funders and other stakeholders Provide occasional support to the Interim Executive Director and Board, as requested

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Minimum 1-2 years of relevant work experience, ideally in a non-profit setting Experience recruiting, onboarding, and supporting volunteers Experience building relationships with diverse community groups Post-secondary degree and/or equivalent lived experience in the fields of social work, public policy, non-profit management, marketing, communications, or a related discipline Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; proficiency in additional languages is considered a strong asset (the Foundation is especially seeking capacity to meet community demand in Arabic, Farsi, Mandarin, Punjabi, Ukrainian, Turkish, and Spanish)

Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

Adept at community outreach, presentations, and in-person engagement Collaborative mindset and diplomatic communication skills Strong writing skills, and experience communicating across social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook) for business purposes Possess a service-oriented and detail-focused business mindset Experience with MS Office Suite, SharePoint, and Raiser's Edge is an asset Familiarity with financial planning, financial literacy programs, and adult education is an asset

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

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The Canadian Foundation for Financial Planning Foundation is an independent registered charity supported by Founding Members FP Canada and the Institute of Financial Planning, two of Canada's leading financial planning certification and education organizations. The Foundation is on a mission to change lives through the power of financial planning. We provide free financial planning education and services to individuals across Canada who are financially vulnerable. Our vision is a Canada were everyone has access to the financial planning knowledge, confidence, and support they need to build financial resilience. Learn more at www.cffp.ca.

WORKING WITH THE CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR FINANCIAL PLANNING

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Our office is located in downtown Toronto. This is a full-time contract position working 5 days per week, during core business hours with some flexibility required. We offer a hybrid-work model, requiring at a minimum two days a week (40%) of employees' time be spent in the office.

We are committed to wellness and a healthy work environment for our employees. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including generous paid vacation and personal days, flexible work arrangements, and regular opportunities for team connection through social events.


We are service-oriented, principled, and driven to make a societal impact, and we strive for and demand excellence, integrity, and respect from each other as well as our external stakeholders. We value collaboration and flexibility, and together have created a collegial and positive work environment.

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

The Foundation values inclusion and diversity, and different perspectives and experiences; and we are committed to working towards an inclusive and diverse organization, reflective of Canada's population, and the communities we seek to serve. We encourage candidates who identify as members of historically underrepresented communities (women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, LGBTQ2S+, and persons with disabilities) to apply.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

The Foundation is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Human Resources Department at careers@fpcanada.ca.

About FP Canada

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The Foundation is housed within FP Canada and works closely with its staff. Established in 1995, FP Canada is a national not-for-profit education, certification, and professional oversight organization working in the public interest. FP Canada is dedicated to championing better financial wellness for all Canadians by leading the advancement of professional financial planning in Canada.

SALARY

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Annualized salary based on experience, ranging from $61,000 to $65,000, pro-rated to the 6-month term of this contract.

How to apply

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Applications will be accepted until July 15

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2025. If you have any questions, please reach out to careers@fpcanada.ca.


We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.