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Centre for Climate Change Management — Research & Program Coordinator (May 2026 - October 2029)

Organization: Mohawk College

Location: Fennell Campus, Hamilton, Ontario

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Climate Tech Solutions, the Research and Program Coordinator will support research projects and programs in the Centre for Climate Change Management. The incumbent will accelerate decarbonization solutions through collaboration with industry, community, and government partners, lead the Sustainable Futures Initiative capstone program, and contribute to applied projects and partnerships by coordinating day‑to‑day project activities, stakeholder outreach, research analysis and reporting. The role also includes reporting, communications and outreach responsibilities, including KPI collection, social media, event planning and public presentations.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supports the development, implementation, and operations of the CCCM’s student capstone program

- Assist in developing appropriate and engaging learning content for capstone programming in coordination with CCCM researchers and academic staff and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Coordinate delivery in line with academic calendars and delivery needs.
- Develop and execute program schedules and workplans, approved by the Manager.
- Develop engaging ways to deliver capstone content in coordination with the Manager, CCCM staff and academic staff.
- Assist with limited project budgets according to approved budget plans.
- Coordinate reporting and metrics collection to meet funder and stakeholder expectations.
- Develop communication and reporting opportunities to share success with stakeholders and analyze results for improvement.
- Research outreach opportunities to support greater student engagement.




- Act as a delegate and champion of the capstone program at networking events and in interactions with partners, funders and stakeholders.
- Develop communications assets and present program information in various written and oral formats.

Supports the coordination and delivery of CCCM research projects

- Track industry trends and develop briefing materials on sustainability, circularity and climate change.
- Assist in compliance and literature reviews, using AI for deep research reports while evaluating responses for accuracy and bias.
- Coordinate stakeholder relationships for research projects with support from Project Managers.
- Assist with research project planning and execution.
- Collect data and organize information required for projects.
- Prepare reports, documentation and communications for research projects.
- Delegate limited project tasks to student employees, providing mentoring and coaching.
- Assist in presenting findings through oral and written reports.
- Ensure sensitive research information remains confidential.

Support the CCCM’s communications and reporting

- Assist with reporting and metrics collection for the CCCM.
- With the GM and IDEAWORKS business development team, develop communications strategies to engage partners and stakeholders.
- Develop communication assets and support outreach activities.

Other Duties As Assigned

What you’ll bring to the role

- A 4‑year degree in Environmental Science, Climate Change, Sustainability, or Business Management with a sustainability or climate change concentration.




- A Master’s degree or professional certification in a climate‑related field (e.g., engineering in public policy, sustainable energy systems, sustainable business management) is an asset.
- Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
- Experience in multi‑stakeholder team-oriented projects.
- Experience in project planning, coordination, and reporting.
- Experience in leading communications activities and campaigns.
- Demonstrated commitment to human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse students, employees and communities.

What We Offer

- Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College.
- 93% top‑up of maternity and parental leave pay for 52 weeks.
- Progressive vacation plan starting with 15 vacation days plus annual holiday closure.
- Employee Family Assistance Program including counselling, financial literacy and nutritional advice.
- Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, paramedical services (massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopath, psychotherapy, psychology), short‑term and long‑term disability.
- Ability to take courses at a reduced rate for employees and dependents.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are committed to reconciliation and to nurturing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We welcome applications from racialised persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons and others who contribute to the diversification of ideas.

The College is committed to fostering inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

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