Learning Design Coordinator, Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition

If youre excited about building systems that empower others to lead - and want to help shape Canadas next generation of entrepreneurial AI-ready talent for the future of work - wed love to hear from you!

Venture for Canada is a national non-profit and registered charity equipping talent across Canada with the entrepreneurial skills mindset and opportunities to succeed in a 21st-century economy increasingly shaped by rapid change and emerging technology. We believe that to be entrepreneurial is to act upon opportunities to create value for others.

The resourcefulness and creativity of people across Canada are essential to addressing our countrys greatest challenges. Venture for Canada serves as a catalyst for systemic social change by empowering individuals to create a more prosperous inclusive and innovative society.

Im Kathleen VFCs Senior Manager of People Operations and Ill be guiding the recruitment for this role. Since joining in 2019 Ive watched our team grow from 9 to 30 mission-driven colleagues and were thrilled to be expanding again. To learn more about our hiring process and workplace philosophy visit our Careers pagehere.

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About the Learning Design Coordinator Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition:

This is a key role on a fast-moving team: perfect for someone whos energized by creating smooth engaging learning experiences loves keeping complex programs organized and takes pride in supporting both learners and facilitators to shine. Youll coordinate the end-to-end delivery of VFCs ETA training programs managing logistics communications materials and speaker coordination to ensure every session runs seamlessly. Youll help evolve our curriculum by translating expert insights into accessible high-quality learning resources that reflect VFCs pedagogy and commitment to equity and accessibility. Youll also support ongoing evaluation by tracking learner feedback outcomes and improvements all while maintaining clear documentation and internal systems. And through close collaboration with colleagues across Programs Operations and Events youll contribute to major ETA milestones and community gatherings that strengthen the ecosystem and elevate the learner experience.

Role Responsibilities:

Program Delivery & Coordination

• Coordinate logistics and delivery for VFCs ETA training programs (virtual and in-person).
• Support session preparation and follow-up including materials agendas tech checks event flow and timing.
• Manage participant communications to ensure clarity accessibility and a strong learner experience.

Curriculum & Learning Experience Support

• Assist with updating improving and maintaining curricula and learning resources across ETA programs.
• Translate expert insights into accessible slides worksheets exercises and other learning materials.
• Ensure all resources align with VFCs pedagogy and uphold accessibility and equity standards.
• Explores and reports on tech options to improve virtual curriculum delivery.

Speaker & Stakeholder Coordination

• Support outreach scheduling and coordination with ETA practitioners such as investors operators lenders and brokers.
• Prepare speakers for sessions through briefing notes session outcomes and logistical support.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Support data collection learner surveys and evaluation processes across ETA programs.
• Track learner feedback and outcomes and surface actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain organized documentation templates and Notion/HubSpot resources.

Program Operations

• Maintain internal ETA resources including session templates Notion hubs slide decks and schedules.
• Collaborate with Programs Operations and Events teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Contribute to planning and execution of major ETA events and community gatherings.

Job Requirements:

• Experience designing and delivering learning experiences (e.g. workshops training curriculum materials).
• Experience facilitating learning for groups comfortable guiding discussions supporting reflection and managing group dynamics.
• Experience supporting the execution of events whether virtual or in-person.
• Strong intellectual curiosity; excited to learn about ETA M&A small-business operations and financing.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple moving pieces.
• Enjoys collaborating with subject-matter experts and shaping their insights into effective learning experiences.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace/Gmail HubSpot Slack Zoom and the Windows operating system are assets
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Why Join Venture for Canada

We offer competitive salaries and robust benefits including:

• Salary range: $52000 - 62000
• Stipend for phone usage
• Comprehensive health benefits plan after 3 months of service and RRSP matching after 6 months of service
• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Summer hours from May to Labour Day
• Additional summer office closures holiday closures (Dec 25Jan 1)
• Potential to work out of the country/province for up to 1 month annually
• Flexible work hours and a remote work environment
• Professional development funding
• Funding to support the setup of your home office

Location:Virtual home office must be within Canada.

Start Date: Early 2026

Deadline to Apply: January 9 2026 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

Internal Job Level: L3

Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility:

Venture for Canada is dedicated to creating a workplace that fits your needs. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for accessibility. If you require accommodations please contact us at

Additionally all employees play a role in protecting company and customer data by adhering to the VFC information security policies and procedures.

Required Experience:

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