Job Description

Career Opportunity

Internal/External



External Relations Coordinator

Full-time, Term until March 31, 2027



It is the mission of Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) to broadly provide Inuit-specific programs that contribute to the health and wellbeing of Inuit and to encourage and support similar programs for Inuit across the country. TI has over 30 years of highly successful experience in crafting the design, development, and delivery of a wide range of effective, client-centered services. By incorporating the principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ), TI continues to deliver quality programs and services that directly benefit our growing urban Inuit population



Reporting directly to the Regional Manager, Toronto, the External Relations Coordinator key responsibilities are maintaining project documentation, which include plans and reports, controlling schedules, communicating the project's progress to team members and other stakeholders, and managing the project's budget issues and risks of the relationship building project with the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs Ontario (MIAO), as outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding. The External Relations Coordinator utilizes and incorporates the 8 Guiding Principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and Inuit traditional teachings when approaching all areas of responsibilities.

Key responsibilities of the position include:

Hold bi-annual meetings to discuss Social economic impacts, health and wellbeing of Inuit and ways to support partnership and collaborative processes. Quarterly check-ins with MIAO priorities, activities, and outcomes. Prepare annual activity and financial reporting. Assisting and providing administrative support to the Regional Manager, Toronto (project lead). Identify and provide recommendations to access funding with MIAO, other ministries and update senior management on possible funding avenues. Organizing and attending stakeholder meetings. Organizing project team meetings and recording minutes. Designing and controlling the project schedule and meeting deadlines. Support Toronto programming. Assist with financial, administrative, and operational tasks at Toronto office.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of Inuit culture, values, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and traditional practices. Will have strong knowledge of the unique needs and issues impacting Inuit communities. Knowledge of general office and financial administration as well as standard/non-profit office practices and procedures is required.



Excellent interpersonal skills along with the ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment, outstanding organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, expert level written and verbal communication skills, and strong decision-making skills are required.



The ability to be an effective team player, to handle confidential information with discretion, to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is essential. The ability to work occasional evenings and weekends and ability to travel from time to time is required.



Community College in post-secondary education in Indigenous studies, humanities or social services is required. Undergraduate degree in post-secondary education in Indigenous studies, humanities or social services is preferred.



Three to five years of experience in internal and external communications as well as partnership development is required. One to two years experience in fundraising is preferred. Knowledge of Inuit Community in the province of Ontario is preferred. Proficient use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, video-conferencing platforms and electronic records management applications is required. A clear Vulnerable Sector Check with results acceptable to TI is required. Fluency in English is required and the ability to speak in Inuktitut is preferred.



Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above. *



Salary and Benefits

Salary range from $55,000 to $60,000 annually TI offers a competitive total compensation package. Employees are provided with an exceptional benefits plan which includes major medical and dental coverage for the employee and their dependents, and employee life insurance for those eligible as per the policy. TI provides paid sickness, personal and family sickness leave days, and a 24/7 confidential Employee and Family Assistance Plan. Vacation (earn 3 weeks/year).

The deadline for applications is October 10, 2025



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Preference in hiring will be given to qualified Inuit candidates; applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at www.tiontario.ca to learn more about our programs and services. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.



The External Relations Coordinator is located at 203-145 Front Street East, Toronto.



We thank all interested applicants in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.