Inuit Engagement Coordinator

• **This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Inuit Engagement Coordinator based in Canada.**
• This role offers the opportunity to strengthen access to mental health resources and support meaningful connections with Inuit communities across Canada.
• You will collaborate with Indigenous communities, youth, volunteers, and partners to expand awareness of essential support services.
• The position focuses on community engagement, program coordination, advocacy, and culturally informed initiatives.
• You will bring an Inuit perspective to the development and improvement of programs designed to better serve Indigenous youth.
• This role combines relationship building, project coordination, and community-driven impact within a purpose-led environment.
• You will contribute to innovative wellness initiatives while working alongside teams committed to inclusion, trust, and positive change.
• Join a mission-focused organization where your knowledge, lived experience, and dedication can directly improve youth wellbeing.

### Accountabilities

The Inuit Engagement Coordinator will support Indigenous engagement initiatives by building relationships, coordinating programs, and helping increase access to mental health resources for Inuit and broader Indigenous communities.

• Support volunteers involved in Indigenous engagement programs through onboarding, training, regular check-ins, and ongoing guidance.
• Coordinate wellness program sessions, including scheduling, participant communication, and ensuring communities receive required materials and resources.
• Support outreach activities that increase awareness and accessibility of mental health services among Indigenous youth and communities.
• Build and maintain relationships with Inuit communities, organizations, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Assist communities seeking to improve access to youth support resources and engagement opportunities.
• Contribute to Indigenous advocacy initiatives, committees, and organizational efforts focused on inclusion and reconciliation.
• Identify potential Indigenous partners, vendors, and trainers to support community-focused programs and initiatives.
• Participate in program development, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support volunteer recruitment, events, meetings, and engagement activities.
• Bring Inuit perspectives and cultural knowledge into program design, implementation, and service improvements.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and confidential environment when supporting youth and community members.
• Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

## Requirements

The ideal candidate brings Inuit cultural knowledge, community engagement experience, and strong coordination skills to support impactful youth-focused programs.

• Experience working with Inuit communities, Indigenous youth, Elders, and community partners.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous Peoples, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit histories, cultures, and ways of knowing.
• Inuit applicants are preferred, and candidates from Inuit communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut is considered an asset.
• Preference for candidates residing in Inuit regions such as Inuvialuit, Nunavut, Nunavik, or Nunatsiavut.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant field such as public health, social work, education, applied social sciences, or communications.
• Approximately two years of experience supporting youth volunteers or community-based initiatives.
• Experience coordinating projects, managing deadlines, and working effectively in resource-conscious environments.
• Strong professionalism, confidentiality, and commitment to creating safe spaces for youth.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and digital collaboration platforms.
• Demonstrated commitment to volunteerism, nonprofit organizations, mental health, or community support services.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team.

## Benefits

• Annual salary range of CAD 62,920 to CAD 69,080.
• Fully remote work model available across Canada.
• Comprehensive employee benefits program.
• Emergency travel assistance.
• Pension plan support.
• Wellness programs and resources focused on employee wellbeing.
• Recognition programs celebrating contributions and achievements.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on youth mental health and community wellbeing.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse experiences and perspectives.