Youth & Education Program Coordinator

Goldbelt Heritage Foundation (GHF) is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and revitalizing the culture language and ways of knowing of the Tlingit people of Southeast Alaska. Through educational programming language revitalization arts and community collaboration GHF fosters Indigenous knowledge and strengthens cultural identity for current and future generations.

Position Summary:

The Youth & Education Program Coordinator supports the Program Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of GHFs Youth & Education Department. This position is central to coordinating youth programs cultural education mentorship and community partnerships while also assisting with contracts agreements and financial tracking. The coordinator ensures programming is effective culturally responsive and compliant with grant and funding requirements.

This position is 100% grant-funded contingent upon continued funding across multiple sources.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Tlingit cultures and ability to integrate cultural values into programming.
• Strong organizational communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and program data systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in education social sciences business administration Alaska Native Studies or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
• At least 2 years of experience in youth program coordination education or community engagement.
• Ability to pass a background check
• Position will be exposed to multiple allergens including cedar and wool (sheep and mountain goat).

• Must be willing to travel to local and regional events via plane car ferry etc. as needed

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in drafting and managing contracts MOAs and MOUs.
• Experience in budget tracking grant reporting or financial administration.
• Familiarity with Southeast Alaska Native communities schools and service providers.
• Any level of knowledge of the Tlingit language.
• Background in youth mentorship education or cultural program development.

The salary for this position is $31.25-$41.67 per hour DOE

Essential Job Functions:

• Program Coordination & Support
• • Assist the Program Manager and Project Coordinators in planning implementing and evaluating Youth & Education initiatives.
  • Assist in coordinating after-school programs cultural camps and educational workshops for youth.
  • Manage program schedules logistics and communications internally across GHF departments and Youth & Education Project Coordinators.
  • Reviews curricula and prepares units for publishing.
  • Ensure activities align with grant objectives deliverables and reporting requirements.
• Youth Engagement & Mentorship
• • Recruit mentor and support Alaska Native youth participants.
  • Provide culturally grounded guidance that promotes academic success leadership and wellness.
  • Build strong relationships with students families and community partners.
• Contracts Agreements & Partnerships
• • Draft review and assist with contracts MOAs and MOUs with program partners and collaborators.
  • Support negotiation and tracking of agreements to ensure compliance with organizational and funding requirements.
  • Strengthen partnerships with schools tribal organizations and community service providers.
• Administrative Financial & Grant Compliance
• • Assist with monitoring grant budgets and expenses ensuring proper documentation and spending alignment with grant guidelines.
  • Support the preparation of reports for funders including participant data program outcomes and success stories.
  • Responsible for collaborating with the GHF Communications team to promote and outreach department initiatives and publications.
  • Help maintain financial and program compliance through accurate recordkeeping and reporting such as project management note-taking and calendar organization.
• Community & Cultural Integration
• • Work with Elders cultural experts and local educators to incorporate traditional knowledge into youth and education programming.
  • Assist in coordinating community events cultural celebrations and education initiatives across GHF departments.