Program Coordinator

Job summary

Help create and deliver the Power of Produce youth agricultural program, including facilitating weekly activities at the Coquitlam and Port Moody farmers markets and supporting data collection and analysis. Assist the market team with planning and running events, workshops, children's activities, and occasional community outreach.

Job details

We have an opening for a Program Coordinator position with the Coquitlam and Port Moody Farmers Markets. This is a part-time, seasonal position perfect for students.  Part-time, seasonal  May 1 – Aug 31, 2026  Coquitlam and Port Moody Farmers Markets apply Now We have an opening for a Program Coordinator position with the Coquitlam and Port Moody Farmers Markets. This is a part-time, seasonal position perfect for students. The Program Coordinator position will be responsible for working collaboratively creating and implementing a youth agricultural program at the Farmers Markets, and will also assist with the planning and execution of market events. ‍ ‍Reports To Market Manager ‍ Position Responsibilities Power of Produce Program (POP) Support the creation and implementation of activities for a youth agricultural program Attend weekly market to facilitate program on Sundays (Coquitlam) and Wednesdays (Port Moody) Assist Program Manager with data collection and analysis Event support Assist Market Crew with planning and implementation of events, workshops and children's activities at market May attend community events promoting Farmers Market ‍ Key Qualifications Ability to work both collaboratively within a team and independently on projects Exceptional attention to detail Excellent written and spoken communication, leadership, interpersonal and presentation skills Strong story-telling and creative writing skills Strong project management skills with ability to meet deadlines, evaluate and reprioritize work as needed Flexible, enthusiastic, and collaborative work ethic ‍ We Are Looking For Someone Who Enjoys working in a fast paced environment and being outside in all weather conditions Enjoys physical labour and getting their hands dirty Has strong time management skills and is detail oriented Has excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills Is self directed, reliable, responsible and flexible Can lift up to 10 kgs of equipment Ideally, but not required, holds a valid BC drivers license with a good driving record ‍ The Ideal Candidate Will Also Have The Following Characteristics An interest and/or experience in child/youth education, food security issues, farming/gardening Experience or familiar with the not-for-profit sector Familiarity with the Tri-Cities area an asset ‍ Position Details Job Type: Part-time, seasonal May 1 – August 31, 2026 30 hours per week Salary: $20.00/ hr This is a home-based position, the successful candidate must have access to computer, and reliable internet. The work schedule is flexible, there may be times when attendance is required during the day or evening. Note: This is a Canada Summer Student Grant position – Candidates must be 15 – 30 years of age. Please forward a cover letter and resume, describing how your background/experience meets the above criteria by email to info@makebakegrow.com Please note that interviews may be conducted during the recruitment period and only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ More Job Positions See All Part-time, seasonal Coquitlam and Port Moody Farmers Markets Program Coordinator We have an opening for a Program Coordinator position with the Coquitlam and Port Moody Farmers Markets. This is a part-time, seasonal position perfect for students. Apply See All Join Our Community Subscribe to newsletter

What you’ll do

Help create and deliver the Power of Produce youth agricultural program, including facilitating weekly activities at the Coquitlam and Port Moody farmers markets and supporting data collection and analysis. Assist the market team with planning and running events, workshops, children's activities, and occasional community outreach.

Requirements

Candidates should be collaborative and self-directed, with strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, project management, time management, and attention-to-detail skills. They must be able to work outdoors in varied weather, perform physical tasks, lift up to 10 kg, and be 15–30 years old; a valid BC driver's license is an asset but not required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Program Coordination
• Youth Education
• Event Planning
• Project Management
• Data Collection
• Data Analysis
• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Creative Writing
• Storytelling
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Agriculture
• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services