Overview
Project Administration Officer Jobs in Calgary, Canada at Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada
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Position Title: Project Administration Officer – Canada Summer Jobs
Location:
Calgary, AB
Term:
Full-time, Contract – 8 weeks (Existing Vacancy) – 2 positions
Reports To: Provincial Manager, Healthcare Operations
Salary: $15/hour
Posting Date: April 17, 2026
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities
This funded position through the Canada Summer Jobs Program offers the opportunity to gain meaningful experience and learn practical skills associated with working in an organization that provides professional vision rehabilitation therapy.
VLRC is looking for an energetic, dynamic Project Administration Officer who will support the local team in Edmonton, AB, and contribute to the delivery of inclusive, accessible services, helping ensure individuals who are blind or partially sighted can access the services, tools, and resources they need to thrive.
Individuals in this role will develop skills in assistive and accessible technologies, communication and document accessibility, research, data organization and quality assurance, workflow automation, and other entry-level tasks that contribute to initiatives across VLRC. This placement provides exposure to healthcare technology and accessibility, including opportunities to understand how AI-enabled tools support individuals with vision loss.
To be eligible for the funding associated with this position, you must be:
• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations. International students are not eligible.
II. Essential Functions
The position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities:
• As directed by management, work with VLRC staff on research and project tasks.
• Assist with digital content preparation, including organizing files and formatting documents to meet accessibility standards.
• Support digital records maintenance, with a strong focus on accuracy and confidential information handling.
• Contribute to workflow improvement or automation projects by creating templates, streamlining processes, and organizing information that enhances efficiency.
• Conduct basic research, summaries, or literature scans to support ongoing strategic initiatives including those involving emerging tools and AI-supported solutions.
• Complete evaluation at the end of placement to provide feedback on experience and provide a detailed report on activities/projects completed.
Relationships
• Students will be responsible for relationships with VLRC staff, clients, and volunteers.
Requirements
III. Qualifications
Education and Certifications
· Be enrolled in degree or diploma studies in related field.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
· Excellent written and oral communications skills.
· Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
· Excellent administrative, time-management and organizational skills.
· High level of attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling confidential information.
Title: Project Administration Officer
Company: Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada
Location: Calgary, Canada
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