Networking Assistant Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Number of Vacancies:1

Type of Contract: Temporary

Hours of Work: 19 hours / Week

Compensation: $32,000 / Year

Job Code: 1-MWE 2026

Contract Start Date: TBD

Contract End Date: March 31, 2027

Department: Center of Innovation

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

ABOUT US 

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton's original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities. 

YWORK FOR US?

 Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centered approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together.  YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community.

 AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES 

YWCA's PowerUP small business training programs support new and existing women entrepreneurs with one-on-one coaching, self-employment exploration, business plan training and digital adoption. The Network Coordinator, PowerUP develops, coordinates, supports and promotes the YWCA PowerUP program. The position provides support in the day-to-day operations of the entrepreneurship program to ensure the successful implementation of its major goals and objectives across all project partner YWCAs. This position provides the logistics for all program internal and external workshop and training events. The ideal candidate has significant experience in building communities, organizing community engagement programs, and working cross-functionally to ensure all network activities reflect the needs of our program participants and partners.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

       Plan, coordinate and provide project support to partner YWCAs through the execution of project plans with clear timelines, and cross-functional collaboration to the YWCA Hamilton team to successfully delivers on stated outcomes and expected deliverables;

       Plan, coordinate and host high-impact networking events and meet-ups for women entrepreneurs, including national events with partner YWCAs;

       Attend networking events and meetings in the community, including trade shows, to make connections and promote the PowerUp events and initiatives;

       Facilitates community outreach, intake and recruitment for PowerUP Network programming;

       Serve as a resource in the recruitment of new entrepreneurs and managing communication with current and former entrepreneurs;

       Deliver some of the Information Sessions for the PowerUp Ready Program and communicate with marketing on what the social media posts should feature;

       Promotes and markets the PowerUP program, working with the YWCA marketing department;

       Able to take direction and complete tasks on tight deadlines;

       Submit program expenses, ensuring each program component meets budget parameters outlined in the collaboration agreement;

       Provide regular updates to YWCA Hamilton and team members regarding spending and budget status;

       Collects testimonials from clients that have experienced PowerUp Programs and activities and share with project lead.

       Adheres to appropriate systems to ensure monitoring of projects and initiatives in compliance with work schedules, outcomes and participant requirements;

       Increase knowledge on self-employment resources in the ecosystem in order to create these contacts to promote the programs and initiatives of the Center of Innovation;

       Create an ongoing calendar of the COE's activities and program events so we can plan and implement the necessary steps with marketing etc. Then a step-by-step plan on how the events will be implemented in an action plan;

       Assist in the coordination of the Pop-up events that PowerUp Ready clients attend;

       Coordinate with Marketing, social media blurbs and posts for each cohort of the PowerUp Programs and ensure the marketing collateral is up to date, including the YWCA Hamilton Website;

       Works safely, reports all workplace hazards and follows all YWCA Hamilton Health and Safety policies and procedures;

       Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships with entrepreneurs, partners, and volunteers;

       Understands emerging trends, leading practices, industry professional standards;

       Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;

       Perform other duties as required.

 QUALIFICATIONS

       Must have an undergraduate degree, preferable in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Education or in a related field or a combination of related work and academic experience;

       Strong technology skills and experience using MS Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Zoom, Canva and Social Media;

       Experience working with external stakeholders and an understanding of the importance of growing those relationships;

       Passion for inclusive entrepreneurship and developing the economic prosperity of women;

       Must be focused, self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented;

       Must be able to navigate online video conferencing software to implement programming and provide participant support;

       Must have group facilitation and event management experience;

       Established ability to work well with diverse individuals in a wide variety of positions;

       Must provide a current Criminal Record Judicial Matters Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;

       Must be able to lead and work from a feminist, anti-racist / anti-oppressive perspective for operations and strategic planning;

       Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

       Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and also work effectively in a team;

       Must have current Emergency First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;

       Must be able to work from a feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective;

       Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

       Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

       Works 37.50 - hour work week.

As part of YWCA Hamilton's commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Metis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to jobs@ywcahamilton.org

Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered. YWCA Hamilton may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.