Specialist, Youth Engagement
Specialist, Youth Engagement
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What can you expect from a leading organization in the global movement to advance childrens rights and equality for girls
Join Plan International Canada and make your mark in the global movement for childrens rights and equality for girls. In our 85-year history weve proven that its possible to help transform lives and communities in big and meaningful ways. Youll be joining a community of determined optimists working in more than 80 countries. Besides believing in our mission staff say they choose to work at Plan International Canada because of its inspired leadership and its commitment to fostering an inclusive and empowering the first non-profit organization to be inducted into Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures Hall of Fame by Waterstone Human offer competitive compensation and benefits generous time off and a supportive flexible hybrid environment that prioritizes your well-being and sustainable high performance. We want our staff to feel supported because there is an urgent need for our work.
We know a better future is possible and we wont stop until every child can go to school be safe and survive until we are all equal.
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Summary
Organization:
Plan International Canada
Reports to:
Manager Youth Engagement
Location:
Toronto Hybrid
Status:
Full-time; Permanent
Contact level:
A
The Position
As a key member of the Youth Engagement team this role will support the successful implementation of youth-led and youth-focused initiatives that advance social change both locally and globally. Reporting to the Manager the Specialist will play a lead role in delivering core programs such as Girls Belong Here while also contributing to strategic initiatives including the READ project the Global Youth Influencers group and youth communications such as newsletters and stakeholder updates. This role requires someone who can work both independently and collaboratively across multiple projects providing both strategic input and hands-on execution to ensure high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate is passionate about meaningful youth engagement adept at managing relationships with diverse stakeholders and highly organized with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What success looks like
Girls Belong Here Program Support (60%)
Project & Operations Management Application & Selection Process Activation Support & Post-Event Engagement.
Operations and Coordination (20%)
Manage travel logistics for all Team PLAY youth and staff and vendor management.
- Monitor and respond to Youth Engagement inboxes.
Business Development Donor Stewardship and Partnerships (10%)
Broader Youth Engagement Programming (10%)
As our ideal candidate you will have:
Proven experience leading youth-focused initiatives that engage diverse groups of young people across Canada with a strong understanding of intersectionality and anti-oppressive practices in youth programming.
Deep knowledge of Canadas youth engagement and leadership ecosystem along with insight into how youth programming can support global citizenship and connect to PICs global work.
Strong organizational skills with project management experience particularly in complex projects involving large cross-functional teams ensuring deadlines are met and quality outcomes are achieved.
Experience facilitating youth programs designing workshops and developing resources for both in-person and digital delivery.
How to Apply:
To express interest in this exciting opportunity submit your resume and cover letter to by June 27 2025.
Plan International Canada is a hybrid workplace. You will work from the office and from home.
The salary range for this position is anticipated to be between $50000 and $62000. We comprehensively evaluate a variety of factors to determine fair compensation including experience specific job-related skills and relevant educational or professional training. Additionally we ensure that compensation is equitable across our team and aligns with current market trends. This role also qualifies for an extensive benefits package and generous paid time off.
Plan International Canada hires based on merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and to providing an inclusive workplace. Plan International Canada especially welcomes applications from Indigenous persons persons with disabilities visible minorities women persons of all sexual orientations and genders and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
If you have a disability that may affect your ability to perform in a role in which you are interested we will be happy to discuss with you what adjustments or arrangements we can make to accommodate your needs. If your disability is likely to affect you adversely within the application process itself please let us know (as soon as you feel comfortable to do so) by emailing so that we can consider any adjustments to the process that will allow you to be considered fairly for the role.
Consistent with our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check including the vulnerable sector screen.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the work term. Proof of eligibility will be required.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
