HIEC · 1 month ago
Career Coach Facilitator - Eastern Region (8-Month Contract)
HIEC is an innovative not-for-profit social enterprise focused on partnership, mentorship, and workforce development in Ontario. The Career Coach Facilitator plays a key role in the Ontario Career Lab initiative, leading career coaching sessions and ensuring coordination between educators, volunteers, and students.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Deliver engaging opening and closing presentations that inspire students and set the tone for career exploration sessions
Manage event flow, transitions, and timing while maintaining high energy and professionalism
Adapt facilitation style to suit diverse audiences and learning environments
Support student engagement throughout sessions and ensure alignment with program objectives
Represent HIEC and Ontario Career Lab as an enthusiastic, credible, and professional facilitator
Serve as the on-site lead for each event, overseeing setup, materials, and volunteer orientation
Conduct pre-session briefings with Career Coaches to review structure, expectations, and key messages
Coordinate logistics with teachers and administrators, ensuring clarity on schedules, groupings, and accessibility needs
Manage event materials, including distributing and collecting resources and ensuring readiness of technology and supplies
Build strong relationships with educators, students, volunteers, and community partners
Support recruitment of Career Coaches by connecting with local employers, associations, and industry organizations
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, addressing on-site questions and resolving challenges as they arise
Collaborate with partner organizations to enhance the reach and impact of Ontario Career Lab programming
Administer and collect post-session evaluations from students and Career Coaches
Ensure compliance with data privacy and security protocols when handling program information
Document session outcomes and submit concise reports to the Program Management Team
Share insights and success metrics that help strengthen overall program delivery
Identify opportunities to enhance facilitation techniques and student engagement strategies
Contribute creative ideas to improve logistics, volunteer experiences, and program impact
Support knowledge-sharing across the facilitation team to ensure consistency and excellence
Qualification
Required
Minimum: high school diploma; post-secondary education in education, communications, or social sciences is an asset
3–5 years' experience in facilitation, training delivery, or program coordination
Familiarity with Southeastern Ontario communities, geography, and cultural context is highly valued
Experience working with youth or in educational settings is a strong asset
Experience in career coaching, employment counselling, or workforce development is a strong asset
Proficiency in digital tools for coordination, reporting, and communication
Fluency in French (written and spoken) is an asset
ASL/FSL is an asset
Experience facilitating both virtual and in-person sessions
Exceptional facilitation and presentation skills with confidence speaking to large groups
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to adapt to changing environments
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
Initiative and problem-solving skills to manage logistical challenges
Collaborative, positive, and team-oriented approach
Interested in working for a not-for-profit organization
Valid Ontario driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle required
Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) is required
Benefits
Competitive salary
A Comprehensive Employee Benefits plan (Extended Health, Dental, etc.)
Mental Health Supports (Calm App subscription)
Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities
A workplace rooted in inclusion, creativity, and purpose
Company
HIEC
The Halton Industry Education Council (HIEC) is a not-for-profit organization established in 1989 to foster partnerships between industry, education and the community.
Funding
Current Stage
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