CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
THE ROLE
Under the direction of the MFS Europe Manager Europe, the Military Family Services Program Coordinator develops, coordinates, delivers and evaluates programs directed towards the enhancement of the quality of life for Military families. They monitor, analyze, evaluate and recommend improvements to services, programs and resources regarding policy, standards, operation, design and implementation.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses
College diploma or certificate in Social Science, Education or a related field AND several years of experience in family support, social services or a related field
Experience
In the delivery of family support services
In policy and program coordination
In project coordination
In budget administration
In managing databases
In developing website content
In data analysis
In coordinating training sessions, workshops, and taking meeting minutes
In drafting correspondence, presentations and other documents
In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Bilingual (English and French) Essential
Reading: Functional
Writing: Functional
Oral: Functional
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
Health Benefits: Healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program and mental health support.
Work Life Balance: Paid/unpaid leave, including vacation pay, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts provided through CF One Member Appreciation.
OTHER INFORMATION
This is a remote position. The employee must reside and work from anywhere within Europe.
This Category II position is open to dependents (Canadian citizens/permanent residents) of serving Canadian military members or Civilian component members accompanying the Force under the NATO SOFA.
All candidates are required to present, along with their resume, proof of their eligibility to work for CFMWS in Europe: mandatory SOFA stamp and any other required documentation, e.g., visa, recognizing their legal status to live and work within the host nation in Europe.
Reliability Security Clearance Required.
START DATE
June 2nd, 2025
INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION
CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
