Program Officer, Grants

About the role

The role supports a nationwide capacity granting program and related program administration for a network of provincial associations and affiliated food banks, on a 12-month contract.

What you will do

• Administer grants and applications through an online grant portal
• Help national program managers carry out program development plans
• Create communication materials and promote initiatives to stakeholders
• Assess program results with the team and propose improvements
• Coordinate grant disbursement with finance and confirm compliance with the framework
• Track contractual duties with donors and grantees and prepare reports

What they look for

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification
• At least four years of program management experience in a non-profit
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Familiarity with grant software and database systems
• Experience running granting programs funded by the Government of Canada
• Bilingual English and French