Hybrid Indigenous Community Development Manager

Douglas College; New Westminster, Coquitlam; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements for eligible

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

Douglas College is seeking a Manager, Indigenous Community Development at the New Westminster Campus to lead Indigenous community initiatives, strengthen partnerships with local Nations, and advance Indigenization within Student Affairs.

You will oversee Elders programming, land‑based and cultural initiatives, and collaborate with Directors to support Indigenous student engagement and pathways.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Indigenous community development initiatives.
• Ability to build and sustain respectful relationships with Indigenous communities.
• Strong organizational and analytical problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Indigenous community development initiatives and staff.
• Develop partnerships with local Nations and Indigenous organizations.
• Coordinate Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Holders programs.
• Oversee Indigenous land‑based and cultural initiatives.
• Support culturally grounded student engagement across the lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Indigenous relations

Community development

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in Education/Indigenous Studies/Leadership

Job description

Douglas College is seeking a Manager, Indigenous Community Development at the New Westminster Campus to lead Indigenous community initiatives, strengthen partnerships with local Nations, and advance Indigenization within Student Affairs.

You will oversee Elders programming, land‑based and cultural initiatives, and collaborate with Directors to support Indigenous student engagement and pathways.