Job Description

Primary Function:

The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to serve as the Sports for All Coordinator. In this key role, you will provide technical support, coordination, and facilitation for sports, culture, youth, and recreation initiatives throughout Saskatchewan's First Nations. You will act as a resource to Board members and communities, sharing information on all sports, culture, youth, and recreation programming. The successful candidate will also liaise with provincial sport organizations and other partners, provide technical assistance for the Saskatchewan First Nations Summer and Winter Games and Team Saskatchewan for the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), and prepare briefing notes and reports as required.

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Your Role

Lead, manage, and coordinate all aspects of program implementation and delivery. Work closely with communities to employ Youth Leaders and Mentors in partnership with FSIN Sports, Culture, Recreation & Youth (SCRY). Develop and coordinate leadership training sessions, workshops, data collection, evaluation plans and analysis. Coordinate the development and collection of measurements to monitor results and support evaluation. Collaborate with existing staff to develop and support the administration and delivery of the Grassroots Program, ensuring accountability to the program budget. Work in partnership with select Community Schools and Recreation Facilities to facilitate access to resources that will support the Grassroots program. Develop and implement processes to promote, engage, and enroll children in grades 4 to 7 in the Grassroots program. Lead meetings and stakeholder sessions related to your position. Regularly evaluate and present successes, challenges, and updates to the FSIN SCRY committee.
Who You'll Work With

Collaborate with Board members, First Nations, and communities to enhance sports, culture, youth, and recreation programing. Liaise with provincial governing bodies, sport organizations, and other partners in the field. Work alongside FSIN SCRY staff and Youth Leaders/Mentors. Build relationships with Community Schools and Recreation facilities. Engage and consult with stakeholders to support program development and delivery.
How You'll Make an Impact

Empower First Nations youth and communities through accessible and inclusive sports, culture, and recreation initiatives. Foster leadership development by recruiting and supporting Youth Leaders and Mentors. Delivery quality programming that promotes youth participation and community engagement. Ensure program success through effective evaluation, data collection, and ongoing reporting. Support Team Saskatchewan's participation in major Indigenous Games and events.
Working Conditions

Evening and weekend work may be quired. Travel will be required; must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license.
Other

Other duties may be assigned from time to time.
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Qualifications:

Education

A post-secondary degree or diploma in Education, Sport or Recreation Administration, Kinesiology, or a related field is required; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
Experience

3-5 years of experience in program planning, delivery, and evaluation in a related field. Knowledge of First Nations communities, culture, and traditions. Knowledge of the non-profit sector and provincial sport, culture, and recreation delivery systems. Proven written communication and presentation skills. Strong administrative and organizational abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, MS Teams, and data collection software.
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 12:00 noon on Thursday, August 21st, 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-13