Job Description

RRC Polytech is committed to accessible employment and to ensuring that our hiring processes are barrier free. If you require information in an alternate format, or if you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact humanresources@rrc.ca.

Indigenous Center Coordinator (Term Full-Time)

Indigenous Student Supports & Partnerships

POSITION TYPE

: Full-Time, Term Position Available (anticipated January 12, 2026 up to November 30, 2026)

SALARY

: $48,144 - $67,802 per annum

POSITION LOCATION

: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB)

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a designated hiring practice will be applied. Only applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Peoples, will be considered. For more information about our inclusive hiring practices please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.

Career support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit) interested in joining our team. For application guidance, interview tips, or to stay connected about future opportunities, contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at Indigenoustalent@rrc.ca.

ELIGIBILITY LIST

: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Student Supports and Partnerships, the Indigenous Centre Coordinator is responsible for supervising RRC Polytech's Elders in Residence Program and will oversee their day-to-day scheduling, coordination of appointments, events and speaking engagements on and off campus. The Indigenous Centre Coordinator will plan, implement, and bring together all cultural and student focused events such as Sweat Lodge Ceremonies, Feasts, Teachings, and various functions taking place at RRC Polytech, including within the Indigenous Support Centers at both main campuses, and online virtual events, will be a vital role. The incumbent will be responsible for the Indigenous Support Centre's maintenance and bookings and will provide support for other college-wide events with the School of Indigenous Education Events Coordinator when necessary. The Indigenous Support Centre and Elders in Residence play a unique and vital role for RRC Polytech staff, students, and faculty by providing Indigenous Worldviews, knowledge and experiential learning, further supporting the College's strategic efforts to strengthen and build on our commitments to Indigenous education and culture.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in Social Innovation & Community Development or Disability & Community Support, or Business Administration or in a related field, i.e. Social Services, Equity & Diversity, Human Resource Management, Event Planning, Marketing and Communications, Counselling; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, knowledge systems and community relationship building practices Experience with coordinating and organizing multiple projects and tasks, including the management of various schedules, timelines and activities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders Outstanding customer service, relationship building, and networking skills Ability to foster relationships with diverse groups of people Excellent time management, organizational and administrative skills in addition to an ability to be flexible and take initiative with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team environment Excellent computer skills including proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite i.e. Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends This position may be required to work overtime May be required to work at various RRC Polytech campuses Incumbent must hold a valid class 5 driver`s license

Please note that applicants internal to Red River College Polytechnic must apply through My Portal on HRIS Unlimited.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Metis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg's clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.