Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $64,000.00 AnnuallyProgram Specialist, AI@WORKCommunitech helps tech companies start, grow, and succeed in Waterloo Region.We're building a tech ecosystem that's proudly local, globally ambitious and powered by community.Since 1997, Communitech has brought community and tech together to build Canada's most vibrant innovation ecosystem. We connect local startups and scale-ups to the support they need to grow, compete and lead.Today, that means helping trusted AI solutions reach the market, turning bold ideas into valuable IP, expanding peer and advisory networks for founders, and uniting voices through the Waterloo Tech Coalition to take on the issues that matter most.Our goal is to keep Waterloo Region the most connected, collaborative, and resilient tech hub in the country.We're looking to grow our team with passionate people – people who believe in our mission and who are willing to do what it takes to help our founders succeed. If you like to work collaboratively, get s#!t done and be a champion for Canadian tech, we want to hear from you. Wonder what it's like to work at Communitech? Learn more at https://www.Communitech.Ca/corporate-stuff/careers/ .Communitech is based in downtown Kitchener, Ontario. We work in-office five days a week because great things happen when we're together — creating space for deeper collaboration and stronger relationships with each other and the ecosystem we support.About AI@WORKAI is changing how businesses operate, compete and grow. AI@WORK helps small and medium-sized businesses adopt practical AI solutions while creating meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students.Through the program, participating businesses are matched with talented students who work alongside them to identify opportunities, implement AI solutions and build organizational AI capabilities.The OpportunityWe're looking for a Program Specialist to support the growth and delivery of [email protected] a Program Specialist, you will play a key role in recruiting participants, coordinating program activities, and delivering an exceptional experience for businesses and students throughout the cohort lifecycle. Working closely with Program Managers, participants, and external partners, you'll help ensure cohorts are successfully recruited, onboarded, supported, and engaged from start to finish.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, managing multiple moving pieces,



creating exceptional participant experiences, and helping programs achieve meaningful outcomes.What You'll DoBuild and manage participant pipelines for AI@WORK cohortsDevelop outreach strategies to attract qualified businesses and studentsConduct outreach, information sessions, and discovery conversationsAssess participant fit and guide applicants through the selection processBuild relationships with ecosystem partners, post-secondary institutions, businesses, and community stakeholdersTrack recruitment activity and support achievement of cohort targetsSupport student recruitment processes, refining position descriptions, reviewing applications, coordinating schedules, and conducting screening interviews as neededParticipant Experience & EngagementServe as a primary point of contact for participants throughout the programSupport onboarding, orientation, and cohort launch activitiesDeliver a high-quality participant experience from application through program completionRespond to participant inquiries and proactively resolve issues or concernsGather participant feedback and identify opportunities for improvementFoster engagement and retention throughout each cohortProgram Coordination & DeliverySupport Program Managers in the planning and execution of AI@WORK cohortsCoordinate participant communications, scheduling, and engagement activitiesSupport participant matching, onboarding, and cohort logisticsMaintain accurate participant records, program documentation, and reportingTrack program outcomes, success stories, and key performance metricsCollaborate with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to support successful program deliveryContribute to the continuous improvement of program processes and participant experiencesWhat We're Looking For3 years of experience in program coordination, recruitment, talent acquisition, participant engagement, customer success, or a related fieldExceptional relationship-building and communication skillsExperience managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneouslyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently,



take initiative, and solve problems proactivelyExperience coordinating projects, programs, events, or participant experiencesComfort using CRM systems, applicant tracking systems, or participant management toolsPassion for technology, innovation, workforce development, and community buildingBonus Points If You HaveExperience recruiting technical talent, including students or professionals in technology, engineering, data, AI, or related fieldsExperience working with startups, small businesses, or the technology sectorExperience in campus recruitment, workforce development, or work-integrated learning programsKnowledge of AI, emerging technologies, or digital transformationExperience supporting grant-funded, government-funded, or cohort-based programsSuccess in This RoleYou are someone who:Builds trust and relationships quicklyEnjoys connecting people with opportunitiesIs energized by outreach, engagement, and community-building activitiesTakes ownership and follows through on commitmentsThrives in a fast-paced, evolving environmentIs highly organized and comfortable managing many moving pieces at onceCompensationThis is a full time temporary contract position through August 2027, with the possibility of extension.The annual base salary range is $55,000–$64,000. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, education, internal equity, and market considerations.We thank all applicants in advance; however only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications will be kept confidential. Communitech is a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including aboriginal persons, francophones, members of sexual minority groups, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women. We will provide any requested accommodation to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.In compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.Please note that ADP's platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate an applicant's Candidate or Profile Relevance score. This is one of many factors that will be reviewed in making interview decisions, and all applications will be reviewed by a human. Scores do not affect the visibility of an application and applicants may opt-out when applying.

📌 Program Specialist, Ai@Work (Kitchener)
🏢 Communitech Technology Association
📍 Kitchener