Organization: Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC)
Reports to: Director, Research and Knowledge Mobilization
Location: Canada (remote / hybrid, subject to operational requirements)
Application deadline: April 13, 2026
About CAHRC
The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) is a national, non-profit organization that delivers trusted labour market information (LMI), skills analysis, and workforce solutions for Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector. Our work supports a resilient, innovative workforce across the food, fuel, and fibre value chain, helping the sector respond to evolving labour, skills, and productivity challenges.
Agriculture and agri-food is a dynamic, technology-enabled sector where producers and employers are environmental stewards, economic contributors, and essential to Canada’s food security. CAHRC works with industry, government, and partners across Canada to ensure decisions are grounded in evidence and impact.
The Opportunity
CAHRC is seeking a Project Coordinator to provide administrative support under the direction of the Director, Research and Knowledge Mobilization. Key duties include planning events, scheduling meetings, preparing materials, taking meeting minutes. Duties will also include other project administration duties including project reporting.
This role is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented project administrator who enjoys event planning, data tracking, preparing documentation and reports. There will also be some travel required in order to support meetings and events (estimated to be 10%-15% of time over the year).
Reporting to the Director, Knowledge and Mobilization, the Project Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring CAHRC’s projects are administered in a timely, organized and efficient manner.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate virtual and in-person events, including event planning and logistics, participant invites and registrations, materials preparation including PowerPoint presentations, materials distribution, co-ordination of translation, co-ordination of communications, and track all event details including participant travel expense claims and in-kind contributions.
Assist Executive Director, Directors and Project Managers in project administration activities.
Work with the marketing and communications team to coordinate activities related to the project.
Track and monitor project activities using project management software and/or spreadsheets.
Maintain records of all documents and correspondence related to projects.
Track project material resources.
Travel to attend and support meetings and events.
What You Bring
Education & Experience
- At least 2 years of experience as Project Coordinator.
- At least 2 years of experience planning and coordinating meetings and events.
Technical & Professional Skills
Strong project administration and reporting skills
Strong event planning skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Experience with tools such as Canva and Monday.com
Advanced proficiency in virtual meeting software, including Zoom Webinar and MS-Teams.
Ability to use digital tools and platforms to improve efficiency and engagement
Key Competencies
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging to diverse audiences
Proven ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams and sectors
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Professional Designations (Assets)
Bilingual (English/French)
Why Work at CAHRC
Make a national impact on Canada’s agriculture and agri-food workforce
Work with committed professionals across industry, government, and research
Contribute to evidence-based solutions that support productivity, sustainability, and people
Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Comprehensive group benefits following a three-month probation period.
Vacation: Four weeks annually.
Sick Leave: Twelve paid sick days per year.
Retirement: Mandatory participation in a 50/50 RRSP program with a 5% employer contribution.