Events Coordinator

19 hours ago

Ottawa, Canada Inuuqatigiit Centre Full time

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.
Position # 2025- 149
Position Title Events Coordinator
Posting Date June 16, 2025
Start Date ASAP
Position Status Full time, determinate to June 31, 2026
Salary Range Inuuqatigiit Centre offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and execute culturally relevant community events such as seasonal gatherings, celebrations of success, cultural workshops, awareness days, corporate training, staff retreats and outreach activities.
- Collaborate with Elders, youth, artists, and community members to ensure events reflect Inuit knowledge and values.
- Manage logistics including venue selection, permits, transportation, catering, materials, and equipment.
- Coordinate with communications staff to promote events through social media, posters and community announcements.
- Develop and manage event budgets; ensure events are delivered on time and within scope.
- Track attendance, gather feedback, and prepare post-event reports.
- Maintain a calendar of events and provide regular updates to leadership
- Build relationships with local partners, vendors, and other Indigenous organizations to support collaborative events.
- Ensure events are accessible and welcoming to all community members, including Elders, youth, and families.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in working with youth
- Regular physical activity associated with program activities, and carrying material/ supplies
- Mental effort is required to deal with competing priorities and deadlines

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut an asset
- Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities
- Knowledge of the needs of Inuit youth
- Knowledge of Inuit culture and community
- Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Proven experience in event planning or coordination, preferably in a community or non-profit setting.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and time management
- Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment
- Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment
- Ability to respond effectively in crisis situation
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Inuit descent preferred
- One year experience in a similar role
- Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Personnel Policies and Procedures
- Medical certification of good health
- TB Test if applicable and other immunizations up-to-date
- COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2)
- CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified)

Note that accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require specific accommodations, please contact the HR Department through the contact information provided above, so that we can make suitable arrangements with you.

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