Vision
A welcoming and inter-connected community where everyone is supported to attain the literacy skills and tools to thrive.
Mission
We support people in our community to enhance their literacy and lifelong learning skills by creating opportunities which build understanding and capacity.
Job Opportunity
Literacy Outreach Coordinator
Are you passionate about building community, inspiring a love of learning, and helping families thrive? Quadra Island Literacy Network is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Literacy Outreach Coordinator to lead and grow literacy initiatives across Quadra Island. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by connecting people of all ages with programs that strengthen literacy, build digital skills, and create opportunities for lifelong learning.
Working alongside the Literacy Task Group, community organizations, schools, and Quadra Children’s Centre, you’ll help develop and deliver engaging programs that respond to local needs and bring people together.
Key responsibilities include
Coordinating digital literacy projects, programs for young families, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, events and other literacy initiatives.
Building community partnerships and promoting literacy programs and opportunities.
Supporting planning, meetings, grant applications, and reporting.
Taking a lead role in fundraising initiatives.
Managing the program budget and carrying out financial and administrative duties.
About the position
Hours: An average of 11 hours per week, approximately 42 weeks per year
Pay: $35 per hour
Position: Part-time, seasonal contract
Start date: January 4, 2027
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who is creative, organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently and collaboratively. The successful candidate will have
Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Administrative and budgeting experience, with attention to accuracy and detail.
Proficiency with Google applications (including Sheets, Forms, Documents, and Gmail) and/or Microsoft Word and Excel.
A valid BC driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation.
The ability to work flexible hours to accommodate community events.
Willingness to undergo a criminal record check for working with vulnerable populations.
Experience in community-based programs, digital literacy, family programs, fundraising, and grant writing and reporting, as well as knowledge of local services and programs are an asset.
To apply: Please submit a résumé and cover letter by November 24 to quadraliteracynetwork@gmail.com. For a full job description, please email quadralitracynetwork@gmail.com.
Help strengthen literacy and connections in our island community!