Senior Projects Coordinator (Reporting & Strategic Initiatives)

We are looking for a highly adaptable, proactive, and passionate individual to support the Managing Director of a fast-growing organization. As we scale, this role will provide hands-on support in managing high-impact projects and operational activities across multiple departments. The ideal candidate has strong communication, writing, problem-solving, and organizational skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure to integrated decision-making and project management. You have a passion for evidence-based programs, love for communications, and aspirations to be a strong generalist. As a key partner to the Managing Director, you will play a critical role in supporting a range of projects, from impact reporting to strategy and innovation.

Project Coordination and Impact Reporting

• Lead the project coordination and reporting for a restricted government grant, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. This involves working closely with the Programs and Analytics teams and a strong understanding of funder requirements and program goals, strong project management skills, and effective cross-departmental collaboration. 
• Drive the development of the organization’s most critical publication: the Impact Report. Collaborate with the Data Analytics, Communications, Knowledge Management, and Partnerships teams to translate complex data into clear and engaging reports for multiple audiences.

Strategic Initiatives and Executive Support 

• Assist in the development of new initiatives with Executive Team sponsors, spanning organizational development, policy and process design, program innovation, and research. This involves managing projects across multiple portfolios and requires a generalist mindset and strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Provide daily support to the Managing Director, coordinating projects that cut across various functions and departments.
• Streamline workflows, support decision-making processes, and ensure alignment with organizational strategic priorities across Programs, Knowledge Management, Communications, and HR teams.

• Any other work assigned within the scope of this role. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, International Development, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in program reporting within a nonprofit or international development context. Strong understanding of program frameworks including theory of change, logic models, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) will be an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficient in translating complex quantitative and qualitative data into compelling narratives with a portfolio to demonstrate proficiency. 
• Exceptional project management skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint (or Google Sheets and Slides)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Desired Attributes:

• Curious learner with the ability to adapt quickly to new tasks and challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Passion for operational excellence and process improvement.
• High attention to detail and the ability to handle complex projects from start to finish.
• Ability to understand complex data and translate it into insights that inform decision-making and reporting.

Other Considerations

• This role includes working across continents with teams in different time zones and different departments. This requires flexibility and comfort with/excitement for dynamic work. 
• Travel to program implementation countries, requiring field visits to remote villages may be required. Candidates should be prepared to undertake such travel as part of the role.
• Must be eligible to legally work in Canada.
• This is a hybrid work environment with our office in downtown Toronto. 

In addition to a starting salary commensurate with your experience, you’ll receive a compensation package that includes health benefits, optional Group RRSP (and 4-weeks vacation in line with our policies. RTV is fast growing with opportunities for people who want to grow with the organization. We value people who are committed to our mission, align with our values, and are dedicated to their own personal and professional growth.