Program Coordinator

University of New Brunswick; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Fredericton is seeking a Program Coordinator to manage the Crabtree Community Digital Ambassador program. This role involves coordinating digital literacy initiatives in rural communities, recruiting students, and delivering training sessions. Candidates should have a related bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in project coordination. The position offers a hybrid work model and a salary range of $46,251 - $57,812 per annum.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years prior experience in project coordination or program delivery.
• Familiarity with basic project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Crabtree Digital Student Ambassador Program across NB rural communities.
• Develop recruitment marketing materials.
• Actively recruit students and provide information sessions.
• Prepare onboarding training modules for Ambassadors.
• Support digital ambassadors in delivering training sessions.

Skills

Organization skills

Project management

Communication skills

Community engagement

Familiarity with office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Closing Date

February 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM

The McKenna Institute

The McKenna Institute is a connector and catalyst across business, academia and government to foster a globally competitive digital economy and progressive digital society. Its mandate is to accelerate talent and ideas to enable every New Brunswick community to thrive in a digital economy.

The Crabtree Community Digital Ambassador program is designed to connect UNB students with their local communities, empowering them to improve and deliver digital literacy and digital skills training to businesses, stakeholders, and citizens to drive economic growth and development.

What We Offer

Full-time | 1-year term | Fredericton | Hybrid

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work‑life balance. As such, we are proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes work‑from‑home options.

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $46,251 - $57,812 per annum

Your Focus

Reporting to the Strategic Program Director, the Program Coordinator will coordinate the implementation of this exciting initiative.

• Coordinate the Crabtree Digital Student Ambassador Program across NB rural communities.
• Develop recruitment marketing materials.
• Actively recruit students and provide information sessions.
• Prepare onboarding training modules for Ambassadors.
• Prepare workplan templates with outreach approach.
• Support digital ambassadors with logistics, delivering training sessions to businesses, community centers, and organizations.
• Coordinate and assist students with organizing workshops and training sessions on topics such as basic computer skills, cybersecurity, digital transformation for SMEs, and online learning tools.
• Track program outcomes, gather feedback, and prepare reports on program impact.
• Coordinate outreach to Communities to promote the program.
• Assess the capacity and needs for each Community.
• Connect students with Community Partners (RSC, Economic Development agencies, Chambers).

What You Bring

• A bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Management, Marketing, Innovation).
• 1-2 years prior experience in a similar position involving project coordination of program delivery, ideally within an innovation, or industry-focused environment.

Additional Strengths

• Exceptional organization and project management skills—ability to prioritize tasks while completing documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—attention to detail ensuring accuracy in reports, compliance, and logistics.
• Experience with community engagement and project coordination.
• Technical skills: Familiarity with office software and basic project management tools.
• Must have ability to travel. Occasional travel required.