Join the Executive of Canada’s largest youth-led and youth-focused charity
The Executive team is entirely comprised of secondary school students from across Canada. The Executive manages the FCSS-FESC portfolio of programs and projects, from day-to-day finances to program design, development, and delivery.
Please see below for vacant positions on the Executive team. Click on the position name to expand and view the position description. As positions are filled, they will be removed from the page.
Applications will be released in two rounds:
College and Program Managers: 13 July 2024 to 26 July 2024
All other positions: 5 August 2024 to 31 August 2024
If you have any questions or require accommodations in the hiring process, please reach out to hr-rh@fcss-fesc.ca.
College of Chief Officers. [FILLED]
The College of Chief Officers is the organization’s C-level suite. They are responsible for making strategic decisions, and overseeing the general operations and performance of their department, all while keeping the Federation’s values and goals in mind. Chief Officers have significant decision-making authority and will drive the organization’s direction, growth, and ultimately, success.
Program Managers. [FILLED]
Program Managers are responsible for executing on the vision of the College within each program. They assign tasks to their teams and hold regular meetings, ensuring that everyone has sufficient work. Program Managers are responsible for solving problems to help their teams drive the work of the program forward. They should be very familiar with the purpose and work of each program so the entire organization is working towards a consistent goal.
Communications.
The Department of Communications is responsible for supervising public engagement campaigns and conducting regular assessments of internal communication methods. The department also coordinates public relations activities such as press releases, government interactions, and advocacy communication.
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The PRO reports to the Chief Communications Officer and is responsible for producing public statements and determining public events opportunities for Federation members to attend.
The PRO will author relevant press releases and policy statements on the FCSS-FESC website, as appropriate. They identify potential media opportunities and partnerships with press organizations to enhance the organization's visibility and public awareness, aligning with the charitable goals.
Publish press releases provincially on relevant issues in education, using a proactive manner that responds to situations as they develop locally
Conduct provincial research projects to enhance FCSS-FESC program offerings and better serve Canadian secondary students
Provide support and guidance to the policy research analysts team
Maintain positive relationships with the media and stakeholders, protect the organization's reputation, and promote its mission and objectives through strategic and effective communication practices
JEDI Champions.
The JEDI Champions team is responsible for the successful coordination and execution of the FCSS-FESC’s flagship JEDI Champions program. Executives collaborate and support JEDI Champions participants through each phase of the program, including initial course completion, issue identification, preparing the plan of action, and the final research process.
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The Marketing Coordinator (JEDI Champions) reports to both the JEDI Champions Program Manager and Chief Marketing Officer, and is responsible for promoting the JEDI Champions Program towards the goal of increasing its reach.
They create and design FCSS-FESC social media posts and websites. Prior experience working with graphic design tools such as PowerPoint and Canva; and software programs such as Adobe and LucidChart is preferred but not mandatory. The Marketing Coordinator should have an interest in visual storytelling and an understanding of accessible design and how to captivate social media and online audiences.
Create thoughtful and relevant posts on a regular basis that are relevant to issues in education at a provincial or national level
Work with other members in thematic and non-thematic roles to assist in ensuring that all published documents are well-designed, relevant, and accessible
Responsible for the overall appearance and message of the organization’s public profiles, including all graphics consistently follow the Style Guide and other applicable policies
Provide assistance on producing document or design templates and update communications guidance and practice notes on Athena
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The Finance Coordinator (JEDI Champions) reports to both the JEDI Champions Program Manager and Chief Financial Officer, and is responsible for applying to local grants and procuring sponsorships to support the delivery of programs.
The Finance Coordinator will meet regularly with the JEDI Champions Program Manager, Marketing Coordinators, and Program Coordinators to understand their funding needs. They will then work with fellow Finance coordinators to ensure the necessary funding is in place. They will also be responsible for recommending a realistic budget for the program at the start of the year, and monitoring changes to the budget throughout the year.
Researching and applying to public and private grants as a source of long-term sustainable funding for the FCSS-FESC.
Approaching companies and other organizations for sponsorships and corporate donations to support the operational programming of the FCSS-FESC in accordance with policy.
Making requests to the Chief Financial Officer for funding to support delivery of programs and remitting all funds from local fundraising activities.
Meeting regularly with the manager of the JEDI Champions program in order to assess funding needs and implement a plan to acquire the necessary funding.
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The Program Coordinator (JEDI Champions) reports to the JEDI Champions Program Manager, and sit on the JEDI Champions Working Group. They are required to attend meetings with the JEDI Champions Program Manager and fellow Program, Finance, and Marketing Coordinators. They will be working on updating the JEDI Champions program model, planning and executing webinars, conducting outreach, and supporting the ongoing development of the JEDI Champions Program. They will also be working directly with JEDI Champions program participants to assist in their competition of program material and aid in their creation of a project proposal.
Interest in social justice programming.
Completion of tasks set by the JEDI Champions Program Manager within defined timelines and responsibility for different areas of the JEDI Champions Program.
Strong research and communication abilities to support the development of the JEDI Champions program.
Outreach and stakeholder engagement to facilitate ongoing feedback collection and enhancement of the JEDI Champions Program.
Systems Navigations.
The Systems Navigations team is responsible for the research and development of process documents centered around relevant issues high school students across Canada face. It aims to eventually deliver a platform students can utilize to navigate complex processes in the education system, including but not limited to: appeals for technology, appeals for extracurricular funding, appeals for grades, and redress against school violence.
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The Marketing Coordinator (Systems Navigations) reports to both the Systems Navigation Program Manager and Chief Marketing Officer, and is responsible for promoting the Systems Navigation Program towards the goal of increasing its reach.
They create and design FCSS-FESC social media posts and websites. Prior experience working with graphic design tools such as PowerPoint and Canva; and software programs such as Adobe and LucidChart is preferred but not mandatory. The Marketing Coordinator should have an interest in visual storytelling and an understanding of accessible design and how to captivate social media and online audiences.
Create thoughtful and relevant posts on a regular basis that are relevant to issues in education at a provincial or national level
Work with other members in thematic and non-thematic roles to assist in ensuring that all published documents are well-designed, relevant, and accessible
Responsible for the overall appearance and message of the organization’s public profiles, including all graphics consistently follow the Style Guide and other applicable policies
Provide assistance on producing document or design templates and update communications guidance and practice notes on Athena
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The Finance Coordinator (Systems Navigation) reports to both the Systems Navigation Program Manager and Chief Financial Officer, and is responsible for applying to local grants and procuring sponsorships to support the delivery of programs.
The Finance Coordinator will meet regularly with the Systems Navigation Program Manager, Marketing Coordinators, and Program Coordinators to understand their funding needs. They will then work with fellow Finance coordinators to ensure the necessary funding is in place. They will also be responsible for recommending a realistic budget for the program at the start of the year, and monitoring changes to the budget throughout the year.
Researching and applying to public and private grants as a source of long-term sustainable funding for the FCSS-FESC.
Approaching companies and other organizations for sponsorships and corporate donations to support the operational programming of the FCSS-FESC in accordance with policy.
Making requests to the Chief Financial Officer for funding to support delivery of programs and remitting all funds from local fundraising activities.
Meeting regularly with the manager of the Systems Navigation program in order to assess funding needs and implement a plan to acquire the necessary funding.
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Approximate time commitment: 3 to 5 hours/week
The Program Coordinator (Systems Navigation) reports to the Systems Navigation Program Manager, and sit on the Systems Navigation Working Group. They are required to attend meetings with the Systems Navigation Program Manager and fellow Program, Finance, and Marketing Coordinators. They will be working on continuing the Systems Navigation program research, compiling relevant information regarding resolving issues and injustices in education systems across Canada, planning and executing webinars or other outreach efforts, and supporting the ongoing development of the Systems Navigation Program.
Interest in social justice programming.
Completion of tasks set by the Systems Navigation Program Manager within defined timelines and responsibility for different areas of the Systems Navigation Program.
Strong research and writing abilities to support the development of the Systems Navigation program.
Outreach and stakeholder engagement to facilitate ongoing feedback collection and enhancement of the Systems Navigation Program.
FCSS-FESC hiring practices.
At the FCSS-FESC, we are committed to building and fostering an environment where our Members feel included, valued, and heard. Our belief is that a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion enables us to make our student advocacy work and services better for everyone. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and other racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, linguistic minorities in their respective province/territory, and/or people with intersectional identities. Please see Policy 2003 - Disability Accessibility and Policy 4010 - Recruitment and Hiring Practices for information on requesting accommodations.
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Everyone who volunteers with the FCSS-FESC becomes a Member of the organization.
Individuals on the Executive Team are Class A Members with one (1) voting right at the Annual General Meeting.
Individuals on the Board of Directors and Board of Advisors are Class B Members with zero (0) voting rights at the Annual General Meeting.
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In addition to the aforementioned rights, Class A Members also have access to exclusive benefits including:
A global network of past Members that includes students at world-renowned universities such as the University of Oxford, Stanford University, University of Pennsylvania, New York University, Duke University, McGill University, University of Toronto, and University of British Columbia that can offer advice, support, and mentorship.
Access to LifeWorks, the FCSS-FESC wellness program which includes 24/7 access to licensed counselors, therapists, and psychologists for a wide range of issues. Access to professional coaching, legal advice and financial advisors is also available
Volunteer hour declarations and CAS hour verifications
Reference letters for scholarships or post-secondary admissions, upon request
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Class A Members are required to submit payment of Membership Dues. For the 2024–2025 year, Membership Dues are set at $35.00 for a full academic year (both semesters) or $17.50 for half of one academic year (only one semester).
Membership Dues are tax deductible and charitable receipts are issued for the payment of Membership Dues. Tax receipts can be used either by the Member themselves or by a caregiver to reduce taxable income and taxes owed to the Canada Revenue Agency.
Exemptions are available for prospective Members who are experiencing financial need.
For more information on Membership Dues, please see this Primer for Students and Parents on Membership Dues.