Application deadline – March 14, 2025

Location: Toronto 

Job Description:

Youth Engagement Officer

IGBC is on an exciting trajectory forward, and we are looking for someone who loves supporting the growth of others, has a passion for engaging communities, and wants to make a positive difference for Canada’s 2SLGBTQ+ youth. 

Reporting directly to the Programs Manager, the Youth Engagement Officer will identify and engage with passionate youth from across the country who are committed to supporting our mission to uplift and empower 2SLGBTQ+ youth across Canada. 

This role is entrusted with empowering young people across Canada to advocate for themselves and communities, while working to drive our programs.

Duties

• Support youth engagement and volunteer management including:
  • Recruitment 
  • Training and onboarding
  • Ongoing engagement to ensure properly delivery of IGBC related programs
• Promote and drive engagement for our True Voices Grant Program
• Support our monthly Youth Advisory Committee meetings
• Support our Pride activations across Canada through volunteer and booth management 
• Support the development of our upcoming Youth Summit (Summer 2025)
• Write and edit engaging copy for a wide range of communication channels and products, including web, digital advertising, social media, traditional media, and more.
• Support with the development, writing and design of pitch decks and proposals.
• Foster relationships with community advocates, organizations, school board and educators and other key persons or entities
• Regularly evaluate programs & components to measure success key performance indicators (KPI’s) that can be effectively communicated to donors, and other constituents
• Support the day-to-day operational logistics of IGBC programs, including coordinating schedules, managing the program calendar, and periodically traveling across the country to deliver programs
• Assist in the communication of strategies or messages from senior leadership.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Familiarity and experience with the Canadian charitable, NFP, and philanthropic sector
• Experience working in a not-for-profit, 2SLGBTQ+ community and/or social justice environment preferred
• A strong understanding of, and familiarity with 2SLGBTQ+ communities is required
• Expertise and/or lived experience around 2SLGBTQ+ equity and inclusion
• Knowledge of Anti-Racism/Anti-Oppression frameworks
• Knowledge of advocacy work, program development, and program evaluation
• Strong understanding of youth mental health and/or engagement
• Strong understanding of the secondary and post-secondary education system for setting up or supporting student clubs and student-led events etc
• Structured problem solving and strategic thinking
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to working with all those around you, including young people in our network, coworkers, and other stakeholders

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in relevant discipline
• 1-2 years of experience working in volunteer management/coordination, youth engagement, program coordination or support health promotion, outreach or partnerships coordination
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop others
• Ability to implement roadmaps and workplans to accomplish program objectives

Position Type: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 annually

Reports to: Programs Manager

Location: Remote, with occasional travel to Toronto locations required

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package (including gender affirming coverage), a diverse and inclusive work environment, paid personal days, 3 weeks vacation, remote work option, flexible schedule, and the potential for further advancement within the organization.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Youth Engagement Officer”.

About IGBC

It Gets Better Canada is a national registered charity committed to helping 2SLGBTQ+ youth build a better future by connecting them to positive stories, practical tools and a community of supportive peers, adults and organizations.

It Gets Better Canada est membre officiel du It Gets Better International Affiliate Network