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Position Summary:

PEITN seeks an energetic, organized, and dedicated Program & Outreach Coordinator to support the development and lead the implementation of our programs, community events and outreach for the 2S/TGNBGD+ community on Epekwitk (PEI). This role supports the community by creating and facilitating accessible, welcoming and engaging programming. The Program Coordinator will also collaborate with other 2SLGBTQIA+ serving organizations and allies to expand PEITN’s reach across the Island. 

Role Responsibilities:

Program Development, Coordination & Facilitation

  • Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop programming and events ideas for the 2S/TGNBGD+ community on Epekwitk (PEI). 

  • Secure venues, arrange transportation, manage registration, and handle all logistical details for PEITN programs and events.

  • Lead and facilitate select program activities in a trauma-informed, inclusive, and engaging manner, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.

  • Develop and distribute promotional materials (flyers, social media content, website updates) to maximize participation.

  • Support other program facilitators with logistics and coordination needs.

  • Track program expenses, and ensure efficient use of resources.

  • Collect and analyze data on program effectiveness. Prepare reports on program outcomes, and make recommendations for improvement.

Outreach & Engagement

  • Attend select community events, meetings, and conferences to represent the PEI Transgender Network and promote our programs and services.

  • Manage PEITN’s external communications channels (website, social media, newsletter) with a clear focus on updating the 2S/TGNBGD+ community, parents and allies about relevant services, events, and programs. 

  • Create promotional materials as needed.

  • Support with the moderation of the community Discord. 

Volunteer Management

  • Identify and recruit volunteers to assist with program delivery and event support.

  • Provide training and orientation to volunteers, ensuring they can effectively support programs and events.

  • Coordinate volunteer schedules, provide guidance, and oversee their contributions to programs and events.

  • Acknowledge and appreciate volunteer contributions.

Grant and Funding Support

  • Research and identify potential grant opportunities and funding sources that align with the organization's programming goals.

  • Assist the Executive Director in writing grant proposals, including program descriptions, budgets, and evaluation plans.

  • Assist the Executive Director with preparing reports for funders, outlining program activities, outcomes, and financial expenditures, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:
(Demonstrated skills and experience)

  • Lived experience and/or strong understanding of 2S/TGNBGD+ issues, communities, and the specific needs within Epekwitk (PEI).

  • Demonstrated experience in program development, planning, implementation, and facilitation.

  • Proven ability to coordinate events and manage logistical details (venue booking, transportation, registration, etc.).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, 

  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively..

  • Proficiency in using Google Suite (mail, calendar, docs, spreadsheets, GChat, Meet), Mailchimp, Discord, and Squarespace.  

  • A valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle are an asset.


Non-Essential Qualifications & Experience
(Good to have this experience)

  • Experience in facilitating groups and activities in a trauma-informed, inclusive, and engaging manner.

  • Demonstrated experience in all aspects of volunteer management, including recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision, and recognition

  • Experience creating promotional materials (flyers, social media content, website updates).

  • Experience with tracking expenses and ensuring efficient resource utilization.

Additional Details:

  • Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for programs, community events and workshops.

  • Travel within PEI will be required.

PEITN welcomes the contributions that individuals from marginalized communities bring to our organization, and invites indigenous, racialized, 2S/LGBTQIA+ people, poor and working-class people and those on social assistance, women, people; single parents, members of ethnic minorities, immigrants, people from non-academic backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply. Preference will be given to 2S/TGNBGD+ members who meet the eligibility criteria.


How to Apply:

We encourage applicants to describe the contributions and experiences they would bring to PEITN in their cover letter. 

You can apply in the following ways:

  1. Submit a written cover letter and resume to executivedirector@peitn.com

  2. Submit a video cover letter and written resume to executivedirector@peitn.com

  3. If these options don’t work for you and you require accommodations during the application process, please contact AinZ Kendrick at executivedirector@peitn.com

Applications close on May 1, 2025, at 6 PM AST. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Position: Project & Outreach Coordinator

Reports To: Executive Director

Location: Epekwitk (PEI) – Hybrid (Remote/In-Person)

Salary: $54,600/year (plus health benefits & RRSP matching)

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract, 2-year position (Until March 31st, 2027) with possibility of extension

Applications Close: May 1st at 6 PM AST