Project Coordinator

Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC)

About CAHRC

The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) is a national, non-profit organization that delivers trusted labour market information, skills analysis, and human resource and workforce solutions for Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector.

Agriculture and agri-food is a dynamic, technology-enabled industry where employers are environmental stewards, economic contributors, and essential to Canada’s food security. CAHRC works at the intersection of industry, government, and research to ensure workforce decisions are evidence-based, practical, and impactful—supporting a resilient workforce across the food, fuel, and fibre value chain.

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.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé as a single PDF file by April 13, 2026.

Please include your name and the position title in the file name (e.g., Jane Doe – Project Coordinator.pdf).

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Applications should be sent to:

Julie Schryburt
Finance and Administration Manager
Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council
by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION

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For more information about CAHRC, visit www.cahrc-ccrha.ca.