Project Coordinator

East Coast Credit Union is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our team! Build your career at East Coast Credit Union, where you will discover exciting professional opportunities and a collaborative workplace with great benefits and teams that support you!

East Coast Credit Union is a full-service financial cooperative organization that is deeply committed to the communities in which we live and work. With 18 locations from Halifax to Cape Breton and a virtual presence, we offer refreshingly honest banking and take pride in providing an exceptional member experience.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting project delivery through the complete project lifecycle including completing project documentation, coordinating resources and vendors, monitoring and completing project status reporting, tracking budget, assisting with coordination of the team, and achieving the projected goals. The incumbent will also be responsible for coordinating one or more Digital Innovation Program (DIP) committee(s).

You would…

• Support the overall project delivery and oversee quality control throughout the lifecycle while adhering to the Project Management principles and practices.
• Ensure assigned project deliverables are completed on time, within scope and meet required quality standards.
• Assist in coordination and development of project management plans and strategies, monitor project progress, and adjust as necessary to ensure project success.
• Act as a coordinator on the Digital Innovation Program (DIP) committee(s). Ensure the quality and timely delivery of meeting minutes, status updates, documenting and tracking action items from meetings, meeting materials, and other information.
• Support and coordinate the project team by providing assistance and guidance to ensure that team members are working collaboratively and effectively to achieve project goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, action logs, and other project-related documents. Organize and facilitate weekly status meetings. Responsible for regularly reporting project status, issues, and risks to key stakeholders and the Executive Leadership Team.
• Assist in monitoring and tracking project budgets against estimates, ensuring that project expenses are controlled and within approved budgets and providing stakeholders with revised projections as necessary.
• Contribute to the development of project management processes and procedures, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the project management function.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, team members, and vendors to facilitate open and effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with delivering process improvements to improve our procedures, creating better efficiency and improved quality. Assist with creating metrics and project dashboards and reporting.
• Volunteers and supports community initiatives and projects. Represents the Credit Union at events and other Credit Union system conferences and meetings.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

You have…

• Completed a Bachelors degree in Business, Commerce, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of related experience, preferably in the financial industry.
• Practical knowledge of project management principles, tools, and techniques to meet project requirements.
• Demonstrated advanced computer skills using the Microsoft Suite of tools, including MS Project, Power BI, Visio, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

You are…

• An effective communicator able to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and external partners.
• Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations both independently and within a team environment.
• Comfortable conducting presentations and training to small and large groups.

We offer…

• Outstanding culture and opportunity to join an engaged and community-focused team.
• Competitive compensation ($62,649 - $73,705 annually) based on experience and benefits with performance-based incentives.
• Potential for flexible work arrangements including Flex Time, Telework and compressed work week.
• Generous benefit package including a Flexible Health and Dental Plan (paid 100% by employer) and up to 9% contribution with employer match in the Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement, training, and personal development.
• Additional employee perks include but not limited to annual wellness credit; reduced rates on employee loans/mortgages and paid volunteer time.

Applications will be accepted until: January 19th, 2024.

Please note that all offers of employment are conditional upon the acceptance of an Individual Fidelity Bond Application which includes a criminal check and a credit check.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At East Coast Credit Union, we believe everyone has potential. If you are excited about this career opportunity and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification in this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this role or other opportunities we may have.

We wish to thank applicants in advance; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At East Coast Credit Union, we are passionate about creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and believe a diversity of perspectives, experiences and backgrounds benefit our employees, our members, and our communities.

East Coast Credit Union is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources by email at careers@creditu.ca or by phone at 902.464.7124

Experience

Required

• 1-3 years of related experience, preferably in the financial industry. Practical knowledge of project management principles, tools, and techniques to meet project requirements.
• Advanced computer skills using the Microsoft Suite of tools, including MS Project, Power BI, Visio, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Education

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or better