Youth and Education Program Manager

1 week ago

Victoria BC, Canada BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres Full time
Job Summary

This role involves coordinating the Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council (PAYC) meetings, serving as a liaison between BCAAFC staff and PAYC, and working with other team members to ensure the meaningful inclusion of PAYC in BCAAFC business. The ideal candidate will have substantial work experience in youth-driven projects and strong leadership skills to guide the Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate updates to the terms of reference for the Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council.
- Co-chair and steward PAYC meetings, providing mentorship and guidance to council members.
- Support PAYC members in planning meeting agendas and ensuring their effective participation in the decision-making process.
- Serve as a liaison between BCAAFC staff and PAYC, facilitating communication and collaboration between the two entities.
- Coordinate travel and accommodations for PAYC members, process honoraria and travel claims, and manage budgets on behalf of the council.
- Provide orientation and onboarding to new PAYC members, support their recruitment, and foster a sense of community within the council.
- Collaborate with the BCAAFC communications department to promote and extend the reach of PAYC, highlighting its projects and initiatives.
- Offer conflict management support to PAYC members as needed, fostering a positive and inclusive environment within the council.

Additional Responsibilities

- Provide staff support at the Gathering Our Voices (GOV) youth leadership conference hosted by BCAAFC annually, ensuring that PAYC plays a key role in its planning and execution.
- Manage all aspects of two educational funding programs, including intake of new applicants, reviewing and approving applications, overseeing data collection and management, creating and managing program budgets, tracking scholarship disbursements, and promoting the funds to eligible individuals.

Requirements

- Completion of a college or university program in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Youth Development, Community Development, Education, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Substantial work experience in youth-driven projects, preferably with a focus on Indigenous communities and service organizations.
- Strong leadership skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in budget management are essential for this role.
- Proficiency in PC software, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel), and ability to collect and analyze data to track program outcomes and generate reports for funders and stakeholders are also required.

Benefits

The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary of $34.62 per hour, plus benefits including extended health and dental, short- and long-term disability insurance, and an RRSP matching program (up to 8% employee contribution).

About Us

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the well-being and empowerment of Indigenous communities in British Columbia. As a valued member of our team, you will contribute to our mission of promoting reconciliation and improving the lives of Indigenous peoples.

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