Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum 4 years of experience as a Project Coordinator, Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills..

Key responsabilities:

Schedule and participate in planning and collaboration meetings

Document action items and decisions from meetings

Support Project/Program Managers with presentation materials and project documentation

Assist in tracking project timelines and managing project issues.

Job description

Join a Top Employer and Advance Your Career — Remote Project Coordinator.

We are excited to offer an immediate remote contract opportunity for an experienced Project Coordinator to join a government client based in Winnipeg. This role begins as a 6-month contract, with a strong potential to extend up to 24 months in total.

About the Role
The Project Coordinator will support Project and Program Managers with day-to-day project management tasks, including scheduling, documentation, and coordination of activities to ensure project success.

Benefits & Perks

Immediate remote role as a Project Coordinator
Up to 24-month term, with potential for extension

Key Responsibilities

Schedule, attend, and participate in planning and collaboration meetings
Document and follow up on action items and decisions from meetings
Support Project/Program Managers in preparing presentation materials
Ensure project deadlines are met and assist with timeline tracking
Provide general administrative support as needed
Maintain program management documentation aligned with program frameworks and methodologies
Ensure adherence to established frameworks and maintain project documentation
Support program governance activities
Coordinate and contribute to reports and briefing materials for management
Assist in identifying and managing project issues and risks
Support project planning and activity tracking using collaboration tools
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Identify and assist in setting up project tools and systems
Review, evaluate, and suggest improvements to methods and procedures in line with Manitoba government policies

Required Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience as a Project Coordinator
Experience providing program coordination for large, complex programs within established frameworks
Experience tracking project/program budgets and schedules
Experience preparing reports and briefing materials for management
Strong political acumen and ability to work in sensitive environments
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Attention to detail with the ability to anticipate needs
Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-profile initiatives
Experience using collaboration management tools such as Microsoft Teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams
Knowledge of Project Management best practices

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a Project Coordinator in the Public Sector
Certification from a recognized project management body (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2)

Additional Information

Criminal record check required

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

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