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Thank you for your interest about employment opportunities at French for the Future. Currently we do not have any open positions, however if you are interested in possible future opportunities, please send your CV to emplois@francais-avenir.org. We will be in touch if a role becomes available that matches your skills and experiences. 

DIGITAL PROJECT LEADER 

NATIONAL AMBASSADORS YOUTH FORUM GROUP LEADER

FRENCH FOR THE FUTURE

French for the Future is a national, not-for-profit organization committed to supporting the development of tomorrow’s bilingual leaders by encouraging high school students to study and live in French. Our programs, all in French, highlight the social and professional benefits of bilingualism and help create linguistic and cultural links between students of all backgrounds taking French as a first or as a second language across Canada.

THE NATIONAL AMBASSADOR YOUTH FORUM [FNJA]

The FNJA is held every year in a different city, and brings together 35 bilingual high school students from across Canada for five days jam-packed with activities. At the end of the FNJA, participants become ambassadors of French for the Future, and organize activities to promote French and official bilingualism in their communities throughout the following school year.

The 2025 FNJA will be held from August 1 to 8 in Ottawa, Ontario.

GROUP LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

Before the FNJA:

  • Be available to meet with the FNJA Coordinator and other group leaders for preparation purposes;
  • Read all communications and documents related to the FNJA; a list of roles and responsibilities will be sent to all group leaders when the programme is finalized;
  • Take a 2-day training session before the FNJA regarding the event’s goals, program, and schedule (from August 1).

During the FNJA :

  • Lead workshops during the FNJA, from August 3 to August 8, in Ottawa, Ontario;
  • Install a framework of mutual trust to foster mutual respect and friendliness with participants;
  • Ensure the moral, physical, and emotional security of all participants.

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • A high school diploma, and preferably currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Canada
  • Experience working with youth (e.g. summer camps)
  • Knowledge of the Canadian Francophonie (required), Francophonie in minority situations and/or international Francophonie (an asset)
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in French and English
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Able to work legally in Canada

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Remuneration: $1,400 honorarium plus travel expenses from the place of residence to Ottawa, Ontario.
  • Full-time contract from August 1 to 8, 2025, with a few meetings before the event
  • The contract is signed with French for the Future

HOW TO APPLY

By March 31, 2025, send a curriculum vitae and a cover letter, written in French, by e-mail to: coordonnatrice@french-future.org to the attention of Geneviève Gobeil, Program Manager. Please indicate "Animateur.trice FNJA 2025" in the subject line.

We encourage all qualified people to apply; French for the Future values diversity in the workplace.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

PHOTOGRAPHER - NATIONAL AMBASSADORS YOUTH FORUM

French for the Future is searching for a young dynamic person to join the team as official photographer for the Forum national des jeunes ambassadeur·rices 2025, to be held in Ottawa.

THE FORUM NATIONAL DES JEUNES AMABASSADEUR·RICES (FNJA)

The FNJA is held every year in a different city, and brings together 35 bilingual high school students from across Canada for four to five days jam-packed with activities. At the end of the FNJA, participants become ambassadors of French for the Future, and organize activities to promote French and official bilingualism in their communities throughout the following school year.

The 2025 FNJA will take place from August 3 to 8 in Ottawa, Ontario.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

During the event:

  • Take photos;
  • Edit and send a selection of about 10 photos the evening of each day ;

After the event:

  • Edit the photos and send them to French for the Future within a reasonable delay;

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Hold a high school diploma, and preferably currently enrolled in a postsecondary program at an accredited Canadian institution;
  • Knowledge of photography;
  • Current studies in photography, or past courses on the topic, will be considered an asset;
  • Bilingual, French/English.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Compensation: honorarium of $1000 plus travel expenses from your place of residence to Ottawa, Ontario;
  • Full-time contract from August 3 to 8, 2025;
  • The contract is signed with French for the Future.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV and portfolio (photos) to the attention of Agathe Pompon, Coordonnatrice du marketing et des communications, communications@french-future.org before March 10, 2025. Please clearly note “2025 FNJA Photographer” in the subject line.

We encourage all qualified people to apply; French for the Future values diversity in the workplace. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

CANADA SUMMER JOB: COMMUNICATIONS AGENT

French for the Future is a not-for-profit organization that empowers and connects youth ages 12-18 across Canada through inspiring events and transformative experiences that fuel self-confidence, leadership, and a passion for French and Francophone cultures.

The Communications Agent reports to the Marketing and Communications Coordinator and assists with the execution of the overall communications strategy. This entry level role will provide the chosen candidate with experience in a variety of areas but more specifically communications and social media management.

The ideal candidate must be fluently bilingual in both French and English and a team player able to show initiative and commitment on a day-to-day basis.

Responsibilities

Communications

  • Assist the Marketing and Communications Coordinator with implementation of communications strategies for the organization
  • Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of the communication strategy for the National Ambassador Youth Forum, Franconnexion Sessions, National Essay Contest, Bilingual Young Leaders, United Bilingual Correspondents and Fr+
  • Ensure the promotion of the seven main programs of the organization
  • Update content for the organization online presence (website, social networks)
  • Assist with the development and implementation of social media strategies
  • Research and create promotional materials in line with the organization’s branding
  • Create promotional documentation (flyers, press releases, posters, articles for partners’ news bulletins and journals, etc...)
  • Create social media content (ex: TikTok videos)
  • Perform clerical duties as required (ie: prepare shipments as needed, maintain inventory of promotional materials)

Qualifications 

  • Eligibility to Canada’s Summer Job Program (applicant must be between 15 and 30 years old, must be citizen, permanent resident or refugee in Canada and must be able to work legally in Canada. International students are not eligible).
  • Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Communications, Literature, French Studies, Journalism, Political Science, etc)
  • Prior experience in communications and social media a strong asset
  • Bilingualism (French/English) required: strong spoken and written skills in both languages
  • Technological skills:
    • Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Required
    • Hubspot or another CMS – Asset
    • Social media
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to undertake and manage multiple duties and projects
  • Possess excellent organizational skills
  • Adaptable and able to work within a team
  • Motivated, with a track record of taking initiative
  • Confident in front of the camera - asset

Terms of employment

  • 9 weeks contract
  • 30 hours/week
  • $18.5/hour
  • Start date: May 26, 2025
  • Hybrid: Office environment Monday-Tuesday, and telework the rest of the week

How to apply

Applicants must send their CV and cover letter (both in French) by email at employment@french-future.org. Please write “Communications Agent” in the subject field. Deadline to apply is May 16, 2025.                                                                                               

Applicants must be able to work legally in Canada, and must meet the Canada Summer Job eligibility criteria.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

French for the Future is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

CANADA SUMMER JOB: PROGRAM AGENT

French for the Future is a not-for-profit organization that empowers and connects youth ages 12-18 across Canada through inspiring events and transformative experiences that fuel self-confidence, leadership, and a passion for French and Francophone cultures. 

The Program Agent reports to the Program Manager and assists with the successful conduct of French for the Future main seven programs. The selected candidate will also participate in maintaining records of past program participants, and encouraging the continued participation of students who have previously been involved in the organization's programs.

The ideal candidate must be fluently bilingual in both French and English and a team player able to show initiative and commitment on a day-to-day basis.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Program Manager with the implementation of French for the Future’s key programs (National Ambassador Youth Forum, Franconnexion Sessions, National Essay Contest, Local Forums) including managing program registrations, mailing materials, updating templates and forms, processing data, as needed.
  • Assist with development of new educational resources for French for the Future's Franconnexion Sessions.
  • Help manage records to document program activities.
  • Monitor and conduct research to update Fr+, an online platform in French based on the interests of 14-17 year old.
  • Liaise with teachers, guidance counsellors, French coordinators, and students throughout Canada.
  • Update database and create and maintain records of program participants.
  • Carry out administrative activities associated with the key programs.

Qualifications 

  • Eligibility to Canada’s Summer Job Program (applicant must be between 15 and 30 years old, must be citizen, permanent resident or refugee in Canada and must be able to work legally in Canada. International students are not eligible).
  • Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
  • Work experience with youth from 12 to 20 years of age an asset
  • Bilingualism (French/English) required: strong spoken and written skills in both languages
  • Technological skills:
    • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Required
    • Hubspot or another CMS – Asset
    • SurveyMonkey – Asset
  • Ability to undertake and manage multiple duties and projects
  • Possess excellent organizational skills
  • Adaptable and able to work well within a team
  • Motivated, with a track record of taking initiative

Terms of employment

  • 9 weeks contract
  • 30 hours/week
  • $18.5/hour
  • Start date: May 26, 2025
  • Hybrid: Office environment Monday-Tuesday, and telework the rest of the week

How to apply

Applicants must send their CV and cover letter (both in French) by email employment@french-future.org. Please write “Program Agent” in the subject field. Deadline to apply is May 16, 2025.

Applicants must be able to work legally in Canada, and must meet the Canada Summer Job eligibility criteria.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

French for the Future is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

French for the Future (based in Ottawa) is looking for a

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

ABOUT FRENCH FOR THE FUTURE

French for the Future empowers and connects youth ages 12-18 across Canada through inspiring events and transformative experiences that fuel self-confidence, leadership, and a passion for French and Francophone cultures. French for the Future envisions a Canada where young people appreciate their francophonie and Francophone cultures, express themselves confidently in French, cultivate a sense of belonging, and contribute to the rapprochement and development of diverse linguistic communities.

Based in Ottawa, French for the Future has a network of regional coordinators that extends across the country. The Ottawa National Office has a small, but very efficient team of 9 people. For more information, please consult our website: www.french-future.org/

ABOUT THE POSITION

Due to a parental leave and internal restructuring, we are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team for this 1 year contract. If you are someone with a passion for promoting language learning, we have a place for you!

Why join French Future?

  • Make a meaningful impact: Contribute to our mission of promoting French and bilingualism to youth.
  • Dynamic work environment: Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are committed to excellence.
  • Fulfillment: Experience the satisfaction of positively impacting the lives of learners and communities.
  • Work in French with a bilingual team!

The Marketing and Communications Coordinator will work in concert with the Marketing and Communications Agent and the Digital Project Leader, and will be responsible for their supervision. They will work in close collaboration with the Programs Department and will report to the Executive Director and the Deputy Executive Director. They will be responsible for the development and implementation of the organization’s communication plan, the promotion strategy for its programs, as well as their evaluation and analysis. They will oversee the implementation of a social media presence strategy, as well as its analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Communications:

  • Supervise and participate in the development of all external communications of the organization: newsletters and press releases, letters, etc.
  • Write, edit and format documentation relating to the promotion of the organization and its programs, in collaboration with a graphic designer (leaflets, posters, etc.)
  • Create attractive visuals aligned with the brand image using graphic elements and visual identities developed by designers, with the Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).

Marketing:

  • Strengthen the brand image of French for the Future and its positioning across Canada
  • Manage French for the Future’s online shop: develop new products in line with customers
  • Create promotional material based on the organization’s brand image
  • In collaboration with the Programs Department, participate in the development of an email flow to maintain a sustained relationship with our audience

Programs:

  • Develop and implement communication strategies to promote and increase the visibility of French for the Future’s programs and Fr+
  • Supervise and participate in the development of all communications and marketing content related to the programs (written, visual, video productions, etc.)
  • Develop and participate in the implementation of advertising campaigns, including paid advertising, to increase the visibility of French for the Future’s programs and Fr+

Social media:

  • Supervise the development and implementation of a strategy based on “storytelling” and adapted to our audiences on different platforms
  • Supervise the creation of content for social media
  • Analyze our presence on social media and make recommendations
  • Stay abreast of technological developments to stay on the cutting-edge of the platforms used by our audience
  • Supervise the creation of an active and committed online community and encourage interactions

Website:

  • Manage and update the French for the Future website, keeping the user experience as a core concern
  • Optimize referencing and control the performance of French for the Future’s website (SEO)
  • Analyze the traffic on French for the Future’s website using Google Analytics and offer recommendations
  • In collaboration with the Programs Department, ensure the proper functioning of the blog, by and for the youth of French for the Future

Public relations:

  • Represent French for the Future at public events, such as conferences, meetings with partners, etc.
  • Conduct interviews when needed
  • Maintain relationships and foster collaboration with our partners

Reports

  • Produce different reports as needed (annual reports, report on results), in collaboration with a graphic designer

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing / communications / graphic design
  • Experience in supervision and ability to organize a team’s work.
  • University degree, post-secondary or college certificate / diploma in a relevant field (communications, marketing, graphic design, etc.).
  • Professional skills on the following platforms: Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Canva, Hubspot, Google Analytics, social media platforms, Facebook Ads and Google Ads.
  • Have a strong sense of graphic design and the ability to create high-quality visuals (a portfolio is an asset)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and in French.
  • Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills.
  • Proven ability to adopt an integrated approach to communications on multiple platforms.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Keeping up with the latest digital communications tends, industry standards and best practices.
  • Demonstrates leadership, professionalism and has a solid work ethic.
  • Autonomy, flexibility, solution-oriented and ability to make decisions.
  • Occasionally available to work weekends (when traveling for events and conferences, within Canada, approximately 5-6 times a year)
  • Knowledge of the non-profit sector is an asset.

OTHER CRITERIA

  • Candidates should be able to work legally in Canada.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • 1-year, full-time contract, with a three-month probation period.
  • Hybrid work environment, with two days a week in the office as part of a team.
  • Excellent health insurance 100% paid by the organization starting at the end of the probationary period.
  • 2 weeks’ vacation per year + annual office closure for 2 weeks during the holiday season.
  • Good work/life balance
  • Salary commensurate with experience and skills
  • Start date: flexible, no later than January 5, 2026.

HOW TO APPLY

Please fill up this form before November 30, 2025. 

We thank all the applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. French for the Future respects employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.