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Join to apply for the Program Coordinator (Ottawa) role at Business in the Streets Join to apply for the Program Coordinator (Ottawa) role at Business in the Streets Business in the Streets (BITS) is a Canadian non-profit that supports young people from underserved, marginalized, and underrepresented communities through the power of entrepreneurship. We help emerging entrepreneurs build their skills, grow their confidence, and access the funding and mentorship they need to turn ideas into real economic opportunity. We believe the best solutions come from people who understand and care about community. If you're passionate about youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and creating access where it's needed most, youll feel right at home here. ------------------------------ About the Position As BITS expands into Ottawa, were seeking a highly motivated, community-connected Program Coordinator to oversee local programming and operations. This contract role is perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, has strong roots in Ottawas youth-serving ecosystem, and can take initiative in a new market. Youll serve as the key point of contact for participants and community partners, helping to deliver and adapt our programs to best meet local needs. Working closely with the national team in Toronto, youll manage data, logistics, partnerships, and participant experience with a balance of structure and entrepreneurial energy. ------------------------------ What Youll Be Getting Up To You'll build and maintain the systems (think spreadsheets, databases, and checklists) that keep our programs humming, and help us report back to funders with pride. Youll make sure everyone gets a warm welcome and a smooth send-off, whether theyre a participant, mentor, or volunteer. From onboarding emails to exit surveys, youre on it. Youll run interviews, host orientations, and gather feedback like a pro - ensuring every voice is heard and every detail is noted. Youll be the logistics wizard behind the scenes; booking venues, organizing snacks, making sure tech works, and ensuring everyone knows where to be and when (and why!). Youll be the person for all things Ottawa. Participants, facilitators, and partners will turn to you because youre grounded, approachable, and deeply in the know. Youll build real relationships with local agencies, youth leaders, and community organizations - and keep them strong with authentic communication and follow-through. Youll team up with BITS staff to help spotlight Ottawa-based success stories and creative outreach ideas. Youll keep tabs on attendance, collect feedback, and help make sense of the data so we can keep getting better at what we do. When somethings off, you wont just raise a flag; youll offer ideas, solutions, and support, while looping in the team when needed. Youll rep BITS with pride at local events, community meetings, and program launches. You wont just show up - youll show up with purpose. Youll pitch in wherever needed. Whether its brainstorming with the ED or supporting behind the scenesbecause thats just how you roll. ------------------------------ Salary: $55,000-60,000/year, based on experience Health Spending Account (HSA): Provided to support eligible health and wellness expenses Hours: 35 hours/week; Saturday availability required (approx. 24 days/year) Location: Remote-first role based in Ottawa with some local travel and periodical trips to Toronto for team strategy meetings Format: Most work is performed remotely on a computer. Some program and on-site event support may involve lifting materials up to 40 lbs. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Other Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Business in the Streets by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Program Coordinator roles. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CA$60,000.00-CA$80,000.00 4 weeks ago Project Coordinator, Capacity Development Program Implementation Lead and Coordinator Jr Data Entry Clerk - Part Time (Remote) Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CA$45,000.00-CA$65,000.00 3 weeks ago Opportunity TypeFull-time associate wanted Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr