Coordinator, Indigenous Portfolio
Job Summary
Coordinator Indigenous Portfolio
Canada Remote/Hybrid 1 Year Contract Youth Mental Health & Indigenous Engagement
Why youll love this role:
Youll help strengthen Indigenous youth mental health leadership.
Youll play an important role in growing Indigenous programming by supporting Indigenous youth to become confident mental health advocates in their schools communities and beyond. Your work will help create culturally relevant opportunities for Indigenous young people to connect learn and lead.
Youll build meaningful relationships across communities.
As the primary point of contact for Indigenous youth participating in Indigenous initiatives youll build trusted relationships with youth educators schools community organizations and other partners across Canada. Your coordination and communication will help ensure young people feel welcomed supported and empowered throughout their experience.
Youll bring programs to life.
From coordinating logistics and managing communications to facilitating workshops and supporting youth engagement activities youll help deliver impactful programming that reflects the strengths voices and lived experiences of Indigenous youth.
Youll contribute to innovative youth-centered programming.
Working closely with the Manager Indigenous Portfolio youll support the ongoing development and adaptation of programs helping to create engaging learning experiences that are culturally responsive and relevant for Indigenous communities.
Youll help create lasting impact.
By supporting Indigenous youth engagement and ensuring programs are delivered with care respect and cultural responsiveness youll contribute to mission of improving youth mental health across Canada.
Why this role matters:
Reporting to the Manager Indigenous Portfolio the Coordinator Indigenous Portfolio plays an integral role in supporting the implementation and growth of Indigenous programming. This role helps coordinate youth-centered initiatives strengthens relationships with Indigenous communities and supports the delivery of culturally responsive mental health education and leadership opportunities.
Working collaboratively across the organization youll help ensure Indigenous youth have meaningful opportunities to participate connect and develop the knowledge and confidence to advocate for mental health within their communities.
Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination & Youth Engagement
- Coordinate and support Indigenous-focused activities across programs including Be There Jack Chapters/Communities Jack Talks and other initiatives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Indigenous youth participating in programming.
- Coordinate program logistics scheduling communications registrations and participant support.
- Facilitate workshops collaborative sessions and other virtual and in-person youth engagement opportunities.
- Help create welcoming inclusive and culturally respectful spaces where Indigenous youth feel safe heard and valued.
Relationship Building & Community Outreach
- Develop and maintain relationships with Indigenous youth schools post-secondary institutions community organizations and other partners.
- Support outreach efforts to increase Indigenous youth participation across programming.
- Foster collaborative partnerships that strengthen community engagement and program impact.
Program Administration & Evaluation
- Maintain accurate program records and participant information in Salesforce.
- Respond to inquiries from youth and community members through email and other communication channels.
- Coordinate surveys and support culturally appropriate evaluation activities including sharing circles and other community-informed approaches.
- Assist with tracking participation collecting feedback and supporting program reporting.
Program Development & Team Support
- Support the Manager Indigenous Portfolio with administrative tasks related to program planning implementation and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to the adaptation and development of program content to ensure it is engaging culturally relevant and youth-centered.
- Collaborate with colleagues across to support high-quality program delivery and organizational initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements
- One to two (12) years of relevant work experience.
- Experience working with Indigenous youth; lived experience within an Indigenous community is strongly preferred.
- Experience coordinating programs events or community initiatives.
- Strong organizational administrative and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity diversity inclusion accessibility and culturally responsive approaches.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic evolving environment with multiple priorities.
- Experience supporting youth engagement education or community programming.
Assets
- Experience using Salesforce Absorb LMS Alchemer Asana and/or Google Workspace.
- Experience facilitating workshops public speaking or leading group discussions.
- Working proficiency in French.
- Understanding of the mental health landscape for young people in Canada.
How to Apply:
If this opportunity resonates with you wed love to hear from you. Please apply with your cover letter and resume (PDF format preferred). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so dont delay. Additionally may use AI-enabled tools to support candidate screening and evaluation.
This position is based in Toronto and typically follows a hybrid work model however candidates based elsewhere in Canada may also be considered for a fully remote arrangement. This role is a full time 1-year contract position.
At we strongly believe that having a diverse team with various skills and abilities inspires creativity and drives innovation. We are committed to building a team representative of different backgrounds and perspectives and we encourage applications from all candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada.
Dont meet every single requirement We know that women racialized people LGBTQ2S individuals and people with disabilities may hesitate to apply if they dont meet 100% of the qualifications. At we are committed to building a diverse inclusive authentic and accountable workplace. If this role excites you we encourage you to apply.
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