Job Description

We are an ambitious national registered charity working with Indigenous communities on culturally relevant employment and skills training opportunities for Indigenous youth. Self-determination is at the core of all that we do. We work across Canada, collaborating with community partners to co-develop programming that provides youth with opportunities to build new skills, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, create connections, and expand their thinking around education and career paths.

Position Summary

This is a full-time, 10 week employment opportunity in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, ON

The Community Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the smooth implementation of the Furniture Build Program, facilitated in partnership with Tsi Tyonnheht Onkwawen:na, in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory by assisting with administration, logistics, program delivery, and connections to relevant services and supports within community. The Community Coordinator reports to the National Programs Director and works alongside Indigenous community partners to ensure Indigenous youth participants have the support and guidance needed for a successful outcome. By working closely with the National Programs Director, this role contributes to the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies, and practices.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Acts as a point of contact for Indigenous youth during programming;

Creates and actively promotes a comfortable and welcoming environment for Indigenous youth;

Provides on site service and support to Indigenous youth and employers such as managing attendance, coordinating daily check-ins, completion of timesheets, and job coaching activities.

Assists with pre-program and post-program activities such as intake forms, data collection, and evaluation activities;

Implements modifications and strategies to support youth's needs during programming;

Acts as a positive and supportive role model for youth attending programming;

Assists with building and leveraging partnerships with community agencies, schools and organizations; and

Supports Program Coordinator with creation of social media content and researching employment opportunities Indigenous for youth.

Channel of Responsibility

The Community Coordinator reports to the National Programs Director.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Self-motivated individual who is passionate and creative; Strong ability to work independently; Excellent interpersonal skills; Experience facilitating workshops with young people; Experience working with Indigenous youth and/or Indigenous communities; Excellent communication skills, public speaking, and group facilitation skills; Knowledge and experience with using social media platforms; Ability to be culturally sensitive and communicate well with people from different backgrounds; Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point; Have lived experience as an Indigenous person (First Nations, Metis, Inuit or non-Status), priority will be given to Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory community members; Ability to provide an up-to-date clean police record check for the vulnerable sector; and Valid G class driver's license.

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume via email to careers@focusforwardfiy.org.

Closing Date:

Applications will be review on a rolling basis with the final deadline to apply being June 6, 2025

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 weeks

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-06
Expected start date: 2025-06-30