Are you ready to disrupt the traditional recruitment model? Do you want to be part of a movement that is not just about finding jobs, but about changing lives? At Jumpstart Refugee Talent, we’re not just another non-profit; we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way employers perceive and connect with refugee talent in Canada.
Jumpstart Refugee Talent is looking for a Talent Associate. This is a lifestyle career opportunity not a job. Become part of a national team who strive every day to economically empower refugees in Canada.
Jumpstart Refugee Talent is an international, refugee-led organization with a presence in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Beirut, and Bogota. We are Canada’s only organization dedicated exclusively to the economic empowerment of refugees. Since our inception in 2016, we’ve grown from a single staff member to a global team of over 30, and we’re just getting started.
We believe that refugees are not just beneficiaries of support—they are talented, driven individuals who bring immense value to any workplace. Our vision for this program you’re applying to is to support building a new way to how employers recognize the strategic advantage of hiring refugee talent.
About the Role
Jumpstart is looking for a highly organized and motivated Talent Associate to support the delivery of our Refugee Hiring Events and partner training workshops. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is passionate about equitable employment, enjoys collaborative work, and thrives in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments.
The Talent Associate will provide administrative, logistical, and coordination support, and will play a key role in maintaining partner relationships, supporting data entry and resource sharing, and ensuring smooth execution of workshops and events.
You’ll be pioneering a model that will catalyze local communities across Canada – service provider organizations, employers and municipalities. You can see details about how this model is different from traditional job/career fairs here.
Scope of responsibilities will include:
- Program and Event coordination
- Stakeholder Communications and Support
- Administrative Support
- Data Management and Reporting
- Presentation and Document Design
You will be reporting to Jumpstart’s Sr. Recruitment Partner who works out of Toronto.
What You Bring:
- Strong administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with digital collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom, Cloud Storage, ATS)
- Comfortable working with cloud storage and basic CRM/ATS systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with diverse communities and a commitment to equity
Nice to Have
- Lived experience as a forcibly displaced person
- Experience working with vulnerable communities
- Previous experience in event coordination, data management and instructional design is an asset
What We Offer
- Compensation: $50,000 prorated annual salary
- This is a 6-month contract role with a possibility of extension dependent on funding.
- Impact: Be part of something bigger than yourself—help change the way the world views refugee talent.
- Growth: Join a fast-growing organization with opportunities to shape your role and the future of the organization.
- Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible work environment with the option to work remotely or from one of our offices.
Jumpstart is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Refugees are encouraged to apply.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Any applications without a cover letter will not be considered.