VP, Indigenous Relations and Education

Organizational Description: Our work focuses on post‑secondary students from equity‑deserving communities, including newcomers to Canada, Indigenous First Nations, Inuit and Métis learners, and students of colour who often face compounded barriers to employment. Too many students are expected to navigate career preparation, immigration questions, financial literacy, and mental well‑being supports on their own. SCG™ brings these elements together in one integrated ecosystem of support. Our flagship ASPIRE Program anchors this work, complemented by scalable eModules, career coaching and mentorship, mental health and wellbeing supports, and immigration guidance delivered through trusted partners. By blending AI‑supported tools with human‑centred coaching and community expertise, we provide practical and accessible pathways that reflect the real world students are preparing to enter. SCG is more than a platform. It is a growing community committed to expanding access, strengthening belonging, and building pathways to meaningful employment. We actively welcome partnerships with funders, employers, post‑secondary institutions, and community organizations who share our commitment to equity, innovation, and student success. Volunteer Opportunity Details Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6161 Description of Duties: The VP, Indigenous Relations and Education provides strategic guidance to ensure Indigenous perspectives, knowledge systems, and cultural safety are meaningfully embedded across Student Catalyst Gateway programs, governance, and partnerships. This role supports the organization’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation by strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities and ensuring Indigenous inclusion is grounded in respect, accountability, and reciprocity. Key Responsibilities Indigenous Engagement and Reconciliation Guide the integration of Indigenous knowledge, perspectives, and cultural safety practices across programs, governance, and organizational decision making. Advise the Board and leadership on Truth and Reconciliation alignment, including policies, practices, and partnership approaches. Support respectful representation, ceremony, and protocol in organizational activities and communications. Partnerships and Community Relationships Strengthen and steward relationships with Indigenous serving institutions, communities, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and leaders. Support the development of partnerships that advance Indigenous student access, success, and belonging across education and career pathways. Ensure partnerships are approached with humility, consent, and long‑term commitment. Indigenous Student Pathways and Mentorship Champion Indigenous student pathways, mentorship opportunities, and culturally grounded supports within SCG programming. Provide guidance on program design to ensure Indigenous learners are supported in ways that honour identity, community, and lived experience. Oversight Responsibilities Subcommittee Leadership Lead the Indigenous Engagement Subcommittee, consisting of three to five members including Indigenous educators, Knowledge Keepers, and community members. Convene bi‑monthly meetings to review inclusion practices, partnership progress, and reconciliation related priorities. Provide quarterly updates and recommendations to the Board of Directors. Ideal Candidate An Indigenous educator, community leader, or trusted ally with deep understanding of Indigenous learning systems, cultural safety, and reconciliation practices. The ideal candidate brings relationship‑centered leadership, community credibility, and a commitment to advancing Indigenous inclusion in ways that are accountable, respectful, and community informed. Skills Gained / Related Careers Indigenous relations and community partnership stewardship Truth and Reconciliation alignment and governance advisory Culturally grounded program and policy guidance Indigenous engagement frameworks and ethical partnership practices Board and subcommittee leadership in reconciliation focused work Cultural safety and inclusive learning design Mentorship and pathway development for Indigenous learners Advising on protocol, ceremony, and respectful representation Community informed decision making and accountability Age: 18‑30, 31‑54, 55+ Time Commitment Flexible and remote friendly First six months approximately ten hours per month Ongoing approximately two hours per month Board meetings quarterly Subcommittee meetings bi‑monthly Location of Volunteer Opportunity Winnipeg – Assiniboine South Winnipeg – Downtown Winnipeg – Elmwood Winnipeg – Fort Garry Winnipeg – Inkster Winnipeg – Point Douglas Winnipeg – River East Winnipeg – River Heights Winnipeg – Seven Oaks Winnipeg – St. Boniface Winnipeg – St. James‑Assiniboia Winnipeg – St. Vital Winnipeg – Transcona Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace If you do not receive an automated confirmation email IMMEDIATELY after applying for this volunteer position through this form: a) Be sure your email address was correctly entered b) Check your junkmail / spam folder Volunteer Manitoba is located on the original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that the clean water we drink comes from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, and that our electricity is produced on treaty territory. Volunteer Manitoba respects the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr