Inuit Engagement Coordinator in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether

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.

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.

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.

• 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.