Aboriginal Youth Development Manager

2 weeks ago

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

Join the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres in a dynamic role that fosters youth development and empowerment

About Us

The BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres is a leading organization dedicated to supporting the well-being of Indigenous youth in British Columbia. Our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and culturally sensitive environment that promotes positive relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Youth and Education Coordinator to join our team. As a key member of our staff, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of our Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council (PAYC) meetings and serving as the secretariat for PAYC. You will also support the planning and execution of events, including workshops, trainings, and conferences.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Coordinate updates to the terms of reference for PAYC.
  2. Co-chair/steward PAYC meetings in a mentorship role.
  3. Support PAYC members in planning the agenda for meetings.
  4. Serve as the liaison between BCAAFC staff and PAYC.
  5. Coordinate travel and accommodations for PAYC members.
  6. Process honoraria and travel claims.
  7. Manage budget on behalf of PAYC.
  8. Support recruitment of new members and provide orientation and on-boarding to new members.
  9. Work with BCAAFC communications department to promote and extend the reach of PAYC.
  10. Support PAYC with their projects and initiatives.
  11. Provide conflict management support to PAYC members as needed.
  12. Staff support and chaperone when PAYC attends external events such as Annual General Meetings, Membership Meetings, trainings, and conferences.
  13. Plan events, including in-person PAYC meetings, workshops, and trainings.
  14. Develop UAYC: Youth Engagement Funding Proposals.
  15. Work within program budgets to meet program deliverables.
  16. Coordinate with other members of the BCAAFC team to ensure the meaningful inclusion of PAYC in BCAAFC business.
  17. Gather Our Voices – provides staff support at the Gathering Our Voices (GOV) youth leadership conference hosted by BCAAFC annually, including:
  18. Serving as the point person for PAYC at GOV.
  19. Helping ensure that PAYC plays a key role in the planning of GOV.
  20. Supporting PAYC members in their hosting duties at GOV (writing speaking notes, assisting in the procurement of the PAYC legacy gift).
  21. Education Programs – manages all aspects of two educational funding programs (The First Citizens Fund Student Bursary Program and The Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP), including:
  22. Ongoing intake of new applicants to the program.
  23. Reviewing and approving applicants.
  24. Overseeing data collection and management.
  25. Creating and overseeing program budgets.
  26. Tracking scholarship disbursement for financial record keeping.
  27. Overseeing promotion of the funds to eligible people.
  28. Managing communication with potential applicants.
  29. Working with finance department to process payment of funds to eligible applicants.
  30. Providing summary information for funder and stakeholder reports.
  31. Engaging in project management for the development of a student access portal and database.

Requirements

  • Completion of a college or university program in Social Work or Child and Youth Care or Youth Development or Community Development or Education or a related field or the equivalent in work experience.
  • Substantial work experience in youth-driven work working on youth-related projects.
  • Must be able to provide a clear, current criminal record check including a vulnerable sector check.
  • Substantial experience working with the Indigenous community and service organizations, with a strong understanding of the importance of local protocols.
  • Strong leadership skills are crucial for guiding the Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council (PAYC) and facilitating youth engagement.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential for liaising with youth, colleagues, funders, and stakeholders.
  • Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Able to effectively and efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in budget management.
  • Strong PC software skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Excel).
  • Proficiency in collecting and analyzing data to track program outcomes and to generate reports for funders and stakeholders.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of approximately $68,949 per year based on a 35-hour workweek, plus benefits, including extended health and dental, short- and long-term disability insurance, RRSP matching program (up to 8%), and more.

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