Summer Youth Program Lead

United Way Brandon & District

Overview

Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 4:00pm
Wage: 17.80 per/hour @ 35 hours per week
Employment Term: Monday, May 12 – Friday August 29, 2025
Location: Brandon, Manitoba
To be eligible, must:
• Be 29 or younger at beginning of employment
• Manitoba resident
• Legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid Social Insurance Number

Duties:
As the Summer Youth Program Lead, you'll be the coordinator of our Summer of Service program — guiding youth volunteers, planning fun and meaningful activities, and making sure every day runs smoothly. If you're energized by teamwork and are excited about helping young people, make a difference, this could be the perfect fit!

Your tasks may include:
• Lead and support the Summer of Service youth volunteer team with daily tasks and service projects.
• Act as the main point of contact between youth volunteers, community partners, and staff.
• Plan, schedule, and organize youth volunteer activities
• Ensure youth volunteers feel welcome, safe, and encouraged throughout their summer experience.
• Track attendance, hours, and feedback for each youth volunteer.
• Help coordinate supplies, transportation needs, and communication for volunteers.
• Support youth in building teamwork, leadership, and service skills.
• Participate hands-on in volunteer projects alongside the youth team.
• Assist with promoting the program through social media updates and event highlights.
• Organize a small end-of-summer celebration to recognize the youth’s contributions.

Qualifications:
• Current post-secondary student (enrolled in a college or university program).
• Previous leadership experience (ex: camp leader, team captain, volunteer coordinator) is strongly preferred.
• Practice confidentiality and professionalism when working with sensitive information or situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to encourage others and create a sense of team.
• Comfortable leading a team of youth aged 14-18.
• Ability to lift supplies and equipment will be required as part of program activities
• Able to plan activities, solve problems, and keep projects moving forward.
• Can juggle schedules, people and projects without getting overwhelmed.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, and simple online tools).
• Available to work flexible hours, including some evenings or weekends for special events.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Please submit Cover Letter & Resume before Monday May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm.
Email: [email protected]
Mail: 201-1011 Rosser Avenue, Brandon MB R7A 0L5
In Person: Drop off at our office (see above)

If you need help applying or require the job posting in a different format, please contact us @ 204-571-8929. We’re happy to support your application. We appreciate your interest in working with us! Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Current post-secondary student (enrolled in a college or university program).
• Previous leadership experience (ex: camp leader, team captain, volunteer coordinator) is strongly preferred.
• Practice confidentiality and professionalism when working with sensitive information or situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to encourage others and create a sense of team.
• Comfortable leading a team of youth aged 14-18.
• Ability to lift supplies and equipment will be required as part of program activities
• Able to plan activities, solve problems, and keep projects moving forward.
• Can juggle schedules, people and projects without getting overwhelmed.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, and simple online tools).
• Available to work flexible hours, including some evenings or weekends for special events.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Company Information

Please submit Cover Letter & Resume before Monday May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm.
Email: [email protected]
Mail: 201-1011 Rosser Avenue, Brandon MB R7A 0L5
In Person: Drop off at our office (see above)

Documents Required for this Application

Resume, Cover Letter

Job Details

Application End Date
Job Category
Student Job Board
Area of Interest
Administrative/Support
Employment Type
Full-time, Term
Job Location
201-1011 Rosser Ave Brandon MB R7A 0L5
Salary
$17.80 per/hour