Cultural Coordinator

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Pic River Development Corporation is seeking a Cultural Coordinator to develop and deliver culturally oriented projects, integrating traditional teachings into Biigtigong Nishnaabeg operations.

The role acts as a bridge between traditional wisdom and modern administration, incorporating mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of Nishnaabeg culture into programming.

Qualifications

• Secondary education completed with Grade 12 diploma.
• Criminal Reference Check completed.
• Deep understanding of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg history and culture.
• Proficiency or commitment to Ojibway language learning.
• Ability to present to groups and communicate clearly.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to support culture, land-based learning, and language integration.
• Reconstruct Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Aadsookaanan (Sacred Stories).
• Plan and coordinate cultural workshops, teachings, ceremonies, and healing practices.
• Collaborate on language revitalization and create educational materials.
• Develop a community storytelling and local history project.
• Coordinate traditional/cultural practices for funeral gatherings.
• Lead community information sessions with external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and present cultural awareness sessions at HMC.
• Oversee Turtle Lodge operations, schedules, events, maintenance.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Language learning

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Job description

About this role

Working out of the Biigtigong Community Development Dept., the Cultural Coordinator will be responsible for the development and delivery culturally orientated projects and programs that will integrate traditional teachings into the operations of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg. The Cultural Coordinator will act as a bridge between traditional wisdom and modern administration, incorporating the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of Nishnaabeg culture into the development and delivery of projects.

The Cultural Coordinator will be hired through PRDC and will report to Russel Twance, Community Development Director.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Job Occupation Type: Social and community service workers
• Total Positions: 1
• Wage: 0
• Hours/Week: 0
• Days of Work: n/a
• Closing Date / Apply By: 8/24/2026
• Start Date: n/a

Duties

• Provide Guidance and assistance to community departments to support programming needs regarding culture, land-based learning, and language integration.
• Assist in re-constructing the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Aadsookaanan (Sacred Stories).
• Plan, organize and coordinate cultural workshops, programming and activities, teachings, ceremonies, and healing practices for clients and staff as required.
• Work collectively with the language revitalization project and assist in the development and dissemination of culturally and linguistically appropriate literature for educational materials.
• Assist in developing a community-based storytelling and local history project.
• Provide guidance and support in coordinating traditional/cultural practices for funeral gatherings while assisting with arrangements for fires, tipi set up, and/or other preparations.
• Facilitate community information sessions with external stakeholders working within the community to promote an understanding of the community and culture.
• Coordinate and present cultural awareness sessions at HMC.
• Oversee the operations and use of Turtle Lodge by coordinating schedules, supporting events, and ensuring the space is maintained and stocked appropriately.

Qualifications

• Community Knowledge: Have a deep understanding of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg history, cultural practices, and values.
• Language Awareness: Proficiency or strong commitment to learning the Ojibway language within programming and staff training.
• Completed Secondary Education and obtained Grade 12 diploma.
• Complete and pass a Criminal Reference Check.
• Familiarity of Biigtigong ancestral lands and land use activities, both historical and current.
• Ability to perform public presentations and speaking.
• Strong communication skills with ability to clearly and concisely present information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work (no bus routes).

Salary and Benefits

Salary is currently under review.

• PRDC offers a competitive and comprehensive pension and benefits package program.

Contact

HR and Payroll Officer

Pic River Development Corporation

Application Timeline

Applications will be accepted from August 10 – August 24, 2026.

Closing date is August 24th, 2026 at 12:00pm.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.