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Community Program Organizer

I plan and coordinate programs that connect people with agriculture. From my office, I handle emails and calls, then travel to meet with staff, volunteers, and participants. I enjoy bringing everyone together to make these programs happen and help communities learn more about agriculture and food.

Community Program Organizer

Career Overview

  1. 1

    I work with communities to understand their needs around food, farming, and the environment.

  2. 2

    I design programs that educate, engage, and empower people to take action in their communities.

  3. 3

    I organize activities like youth camps, community gardens, workshops, fundraisers, and local events to bring people together and support community goals.

Potential Salary Range

$43,000 - $108,000 / Annually

Available Provinces

British Columbia British Columbia
Alberta Alberta
Manitoba Manitoba
New Brunswick New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia Nova Scotia
Ontario Ontario
Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island
Quebec Quebec
Saskatchewan Saskatchewan

Workplace Details

Indoor
Outdoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Decide what a program will focus on and what it hopes to achieve, especially for food, farming, or the environment
  • Plan and manage the people, tools, and materials needed to make the program successful
  • Create a budget to cover all costs for the program or project
  • Keep track of schedules, tasks, and costs to make sure the program runs smoothly
  • Share updates with community members, partners, and sponsors about how the program is going
  • Work with outside helpers and suppliers to get the materials or support needed
  • Coordinate fundraising efforts to raise money for projects and programs
  • Gather information and write reports to show how well programs are working and the impact they have

Education & Training

  • A college diploma, university degree, or certificate in project management, social work, or a related field can help prepare you for this role. Courses in communication, leadership, and budgeting are also useful.

Important Skills

Organizational

I organize events, manage schedules, and coordinate projects that connect people to agricultural education and food systems.

Leadership

I lead by example and support my team so we can deliver programs that strengthen communities and promote agriculture.

Public Speaking

I speak confidently to classrooms, community groups, and partners to raise awareness about agriculture, sustainability, and food systems.

Problem Solving

I stay calm and flexible when challenges come up, and I work with my team to find solutions that keep our programs running smoothly and effectively.