Job Description

Position:

sqilx?? cawt Community Safety Events Coordinator

Term

: up to 40 hours per week

Start date:

ASAP/Open until Filled.

Wage:

Commensurate with experience, as per salary range for Grade 4 level in UNB Personnel Policy ($19.38-$25.40/hr)

Reports to:

Cultural Safety Lead

Scope:

The sqilx?? cawt Community Safety Events Coordinator supports cultural safety and land-based programming by organizing community events that reflect Syilx values of connection, respect, and collaboration. Working with the sqilx?? cawt team, Nkwala School, Elders, and others, the role helps create safe, inclusive spaces for cultural learning through the 13 Moons framework and related initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide administrative and coordination support to the sqilx?? cawt - Cultural Safety Lead and team. Plan, schedule, and assist in delivering land-based learning events aligned with the 13 Moons and cultural safety framework. Manage event logistics, including venue bookings, transportation, catering, supplies, budgeting, and honoraria. Collaborate with Nkwala School to support cultural learning opportunities for students and families. Build and maintain respectful relationships with Elders, Knowledge Holders, community members, and departments. Assist in creating event materials such as posters and community notices. Maintain attendance records, event summaries, and support basic reporting requirements. Perform additional duties as needed to support sqilx?? cawt programming. Taking meeting minutes, advisory meeting minutes and organizing them.

Qualifications/Experience:

High School Diploma (or equivalent). Experience in event coordination, administration, or community engagement. Knowledge of or willingness to learn about Syilx cultural values, land-based learning, and trauma-informed approaches. Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle daily. Ability to travel within the community and attend training sessions, events or workshops.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, and scheduling tools. Strong communication skills--clear, respectful, and community-oriented. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is an asset. Criminal Record Check is required.
Open until closed. Send cover letter and resume via hand delivery, mail, e-mail to:

Human Resources,

Upper Nicola Band - General Delivery, Douglas Lake, BC, V0E 1S0 hr@uppernicola.com

Upper Nicola Band thanks all applicants. However, only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.38-$25.40 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Commuter benefits Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement
Ability to commute/relocate:

Douglas Lake, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Canadian Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle (preferred)
Work Location: In person