Program Support Coordinator, Youth & Volunteer Experience

Do you enjoy supporting volunteers in implementing their outreach activities?

Are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math?

Do you want to make a difference to Canadian educators and their students?

We encourage you to apply!

We invite you to submit your application to join Let’s Talk Science – Canada’s leading national, charitable organization that engages youth in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Let’s Talk Science believes equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are committed to employment equity, building a diverse workforce and accessibility for all employees and program participants.

Program Support Coordinator, Youth & Volunteer Experience

At Let’s Talk Science, we're more than just an organization – we're a national force for making a positive impact in the education sector in Canada. We are seeking a Program Support Coordinator, Youth and Volunteer Experience who is responsible for supporting and assisting with the implementation of the Let’s Talk Science Outreach program in Ottawa. This will include providing administrative support to program staff and providing support to volunteers and educators.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary education, preferably in a STEM, education or communications related discipline
• Two or more years of experience in an outreach, education or administrative role, either as staff or volunteer
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the Internet
• Comfort with technology and willingness to learn new software (e.g. MS Teams, webconferencing, Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Previous involvement with Let’s Talk Science and/or experience working with academic professionals, post-secondary students, educators and/or youth are strong assets
• Bilingualism (English and French), required
• Strong emotional intelligence

A full position description can be downloaded from our website at: https://letstalkscience.ca/employment-opportunities. This position is also available in French at https://parlonssciences.ca/travaillez-pour-nous. We also invite you to visit our website at https://letstalkscience.ca/ parlonssciences.ca to learn more about our organization including our historical and ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility https://letstalkscience.ca/about-us/equity / https://parlonssciences.ca/a-notre-sujet/equite.

WHAT WE OFFER: BENEFITS AND PERKS OF WORKING AT LET’S TALK SCIENCE

• Flexible hours and Flexible Friday’s year round
• Generous vacation package:3 weeks' vacation to start + 2 week paid winter closure
• Flexible holiday policies that allow for observance of diverse cultural and religious holidays
• 10 paid sick days
• Support for professional development and training to support our commitment to EDIA
• Years of Service Recognition

Expected hiring range: $50,000.00-$54,000.00. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity and candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

Application Deadline

Please submit your application quoting “Program Support Coordinator, Youth & Volunteer Experience” as outlined below by 11:59 pm ET on November 15, 2026 to:

Shawna Agathos

Human Resource Generalist, Let’s Talk Science

1510 Woodcock Street, Unit 8 London ON N6H 5S1

Or via email: hr@letstalkscience.ca (please submit all documents in one pdf file)

FAX: (519) 474-4085

A member of our Human Resources team reviews ALL of our applications – yes, a real person reviews resumes! We are excited to read more about what amazing things you could add to Let’s Talk Science.

Please be Aware of Fraud

Interested candidates should apply as outlined in the job posting. We communicate directly with candidates and will not request banking information, payment, or fees during any point of the recruitment process. We do not conduct interviews via text message. If you suspect that a third party is impersonating Let’s Talk Science pr requestion payment on behalf of Let’s Talk Science, please contact us via hr@letstalkscience.ca

Equity Statement

Let’s Talk Science is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge the shared lands we live and work on across Canada and that our national office is situated on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Wyandot and Anishinaabe.

Let’s Talk Science values the diverse and intersectional identities of its stakeholders and staff. Let’s Talk Science believes equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity and is committed to accessibility for all employees. We are committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society that will enrich our work and learning environment. Let’s Talk Science seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applications who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women, and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

We recognize that talented candidates may not meet every requirement listed in a job posting. Research suggests that women and people from underrepresented groups are often less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. If you're enthusiastic about this opportunity but don't match every criterion exactly, we encourage you to apply. Your skills, experience, and potential may make you an excellent fit for this role.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We are committed to providing accommodation to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We thank everyone for their expression of interest and are truly appreciative of the time individuals put into applying. However, with the limitations on time only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone, walk-ins or agency inquiries please.