Project Coordinator

Employment Opportunity Project Coordinator

As Project Coordinator at NAFC, under the direction of the Program Manager, you will facilitate the effective management of our national program as per NAFC standards. Every day, you will help with planning and organizing the activities and implementation of this program and carrying out significant operational duties. To thrive in this job, you must be organized, detail-oriented and excel at working with diverse teams.

Friendship Centres are Canada’s most significant urban Indigenous service delivery infrastructure. Based in downtown Ottawa, the NAFC represents a network of over 100 Friendship Centres and Provincial/Territorial Associations. Our collective work reaches millions of points of contact in a year and thousands of people every single day from coast to coast to coast.

• Ongoing professional development;
• Competitive and performance-based remuneration;
• Highly competitive benefits package, including health & dental plan from day one;
• Hybrid working arrangements options available.

• You have excellent time management, organizational and communication skills;
• You have proven experience as a project administrator or similar relevant experience;
• You have proven experience and a genuine interest in youth programming and coordinating youth-focused initiatives;
• You are passionate about advocating with and for Indigenous peoples across Canada;
• You are in your element when serving a grassroots member-driven association.

The ability to work in both official languages is an asset. Fluency in an Indigenous language is also an asset. This role has an expected salary range of $60,000-$70,000.

Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

As an integral member of the NAFC’s programs team, under the direction of the Program Manager, the project coordinator will play a crucial role in designing, implementing and managing programs that foster growth and enhancements within Indigenous communities. This position involves working closely with community members, stakeholders, and partners to identify needs, develop strategies, and ensure successful program outcomes.

• Implement programs tailored to the needs of Indigenous groups and their communities.
• Monitor and evaluate program activities to measure impact and effectiveness.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify opportunities and challenges within the community.
• Collaborate with other organizations, and institutions to leverage resources and expertise.
• Plan, organize, and support national events for the NAFC, with a focus on youth initiatives and youth leadership development.
• Maintain comprehensive records of program activities, participant engagement, and outcomes.
• Develop and disseminate communication materials to promote program initiatives and successes.
• Ensure compliance with all funding and reporting requirements.
• Prepare regular reports on program progress, including financial reports and impact assessments.
• Facilitate national workshops, training sessions, and community meetings to gather input and provide information about programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Develop project plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure program objectives are met.

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Indigenous Studies or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination, preferably in a non‑profit or Indigenous organization.
• Experience working with Indigenous serving organizations
• Strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, values, and…