FACL BC Program Manager (2026-2027)

Hours: 15 to 30 hours per week estimated (no guaranteed minimum hours)

Rate: $30 - $40 per hour

Duration: 1 year (potential for renewal)

Location: Vancouver, BC (remote, with some in-person attendance at meetings and events)

Who We Are:

We are the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (British Columbia) Society (FACL BC), the largest equity-seeking legal organization in Western Canada. Our mission is to promote equity, justice, and opportunity for the pan-Asian legal community and the broader community.

At FACL BC, we believe in showing up - for each other, for the legal profession, and for our communities. Now in our 15th year, we are proud of how far we have come and even more excited about what lies ahead. What began as a small group of passionate advocates has grown into a dynamic network of 850+ members, united by a shared commitment to equity, justice, and opportunity.

We are led by a passionate, volunteer Board of 22 members who care deeply about driving meaningful change. With the support of 10 active committees and more than 50 events each year, including an annual gala attended by 780+ guests, we move quickly, think big, and get things done.

As we continue to grow, we are entering our next chapter. We are looking for someone to provide administrative assistance, review our current practices and deliver structured recommendations, processes, and systems to support organizational maturity and long-term growth. If you love helping non-profit organizations strengthen their foundations and scale thoughtfully, you will feel right at home here.

We care deeply about supporting pan Asian-Canadian legal professionals at every stage - from equipping students and junior lawyers to succeed, to fostering meaningful connection among senior lawyers. More than ever, we believe that progress happens when we unite.

We are proud to lead award-winning initiatives, including a podcast, a documentary, an annual published journal, and the largest equity-group mentorship pairing program in Western Canada. In recognition of our impact, FACL BC received two prestigious equity, diversity, and inclusion awards in 2024. We thank the Law Foundation for their generous support of our mission and initiatives.

The Role at High Level:

As our Program Manager, you will provide hands-on administrative, logistical, and coordination services to our Board to help us turn ideas into action and ensure we can run programs, events, and initiatives smoothly. You’ll work closely with the President, Board, and committees to manage schedules, track priorities, coordinate meetings, and oversee the logistics for our many FACL BC events - from large-scale galas to smaller workshops and community programs. If you have a love for event planning and a knack for making complex details feel effortless, this role will give you plenty of opportunities to shine. This is a role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves - equally comfortable handling small, detail-driven tasks and stepping up to support larger organizational priorities.

With your services, we will build out our processes, systems and ways of working. We are fast, open, and dynamic, and you’ll be working alongside passionate, like-minded go-getters who care deeply about impact and aren’t afraid to try new approaches. If you’re startup-minded, love solving problems, and are excited by the opportunity to help us build something meaningful while growing alongside it, this opportunity offers the chance to make your mark in a values-driven organization where purpose meets impact.

What You'll Be Expected to Do:

• Provide administrative support by preparing materials for Board and Executive Committee meetings, attending all meetings, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• Assist with coordinating and executing FACL BC events - from large galas to smaller programs - managing vendors, timelines, sponsorships, logistics, and on-site execution.
• Support the Treasurer with financial oversight and administration, including budget tracking, record maintenance, financial documentation, and contributing to organizational funding activities
• Maintain and assist with operational systems, documentation, workflows, website, and membership management, spotting gaps and implementing solutions to make FACL BC run more efficiently.
• Assist with fundraising initiatives and manage grant applications to support FACL BC’s administration, programs and organizational growth.
• Support membership engagement, communications, and outreach initiatives, which includes managing FACL BC’s social media platforms and publishing the Annual Report.
• Support event logistics which includes executing programing objectives and coordinating event timelines. .
• Provide administrative support to the Board and Executive team, including tracking action items and ensuring timely follow-up to support effective operations.
• Provide administrative support for the President, which includes monitoring correspondence by ensuring emails are reviewed, prioritized, and responded to promptly, with clear next steps and follow-up actions taken as needed.

What You Bring to The Table:

• 3+ years of administrative experience combined with program or events management - preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Experience working directly with board members in an administrative or coordinator capacity.
• Experience supporting executive-level communications (e.g., board decks, internal announcements, or membership updates).
• Proven ability to manage and execute projects from start to finish.
• Exceptional administrative, organizational and operational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take initiative, identify operational gaps and implement practical solutions.
• Strong computer literacy, including familiarity with Zoom, Google Drive, and Google Workspace, and website/membership management (i.e. Wild Apricot) is preferred.
• Executive presence with excellent judgment, discretion, and a bias for action.
• Generally available to provide support during standard business hours and flexibility with assisting in the evening and weekends as needed, although as a contractor you will determine when you perform your work.

Bonus Points:

• You self-identify as a member of the pan Asian-Canadian community.
• You bring experience or enthusiasm for developing fundraising initiatives and writing grant applications to support organizational growth.
• You have experience in advocacy, diversity, and inclusion initiatives and familiarity with the legal profession or professional associations.

Our Approach to Remote Work:

This is a remote-first role, as FACL BC does not maintain a physical office. We believe in flexibility and autonomy, but also in the power of connection - especially as we work to advance equity, justice, and opportunity. This role will participate in quarterly in-person board meetings (approximately 2 hours each) and select events, which may take place during the day or evening. Frequency will depend on organizational needs and key initiatives.

What We Bring to The Table:

Impact: This is a first-of-its-kind opportunity at FACL BC - you’ll have the opportunity to shape the organization, make meaningful contributions, and directly support programs that advance equity, justice, and opportunity for pan Asian-Canadian legal professionals and the wider community.

Culture: Work with a passionate, collaborative team that values inclusivity, creativity, and meaningful engagement. We work hard, but we also celebrate our wins, share laughs, and support each other along the way.

Growth: Your engagement with the organization may expand over time based on your initiative and interests. Your ideas and energy can help define the relationship and the organization’s next chapter.

Innovation: We encourage creative thinking and problem-solving. If you see a way to make a process better, a program stronger, or a connection more impactful, we want to hear it.

Remote-First: This is a remote-first opportunity, offering flexibility to work from home while staying connected to the team and community. You’ll also participate in select in-person events, including quarterly board meetings and key programs.

Excited to make a difference? This is your chance to help define a brand-new opportunity, drive initiatives, and grow alongside a values-driven, mission-focused organization.

Next Steps:

If all of the above excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter to the attention of Jennine Punzalan at president@faclbc.ca. In your cover letter, feel free to share what draws you to this opportunity - we are excited to get to know who you are, not just what you can do.

Please include "Program Manager Application – FACL BC" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until March 14, 2026, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we would love for the successful individual to start and join as soon as possible.

If we think you might be a great fit, someone from our team will reach out to schedule a conversation.

FACL BC is an equal opportunity organization, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please find a PDF of the job posting here.