Indigenous Community Engagement Manager

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto's Office of Indigenous Initiatives is seeking an Indigenous Community Engagement Manager to lead coordination of the Indigenous Substantiation Framework and to socialize the framework across the university.

Reporting to the Executive Director, you will liaise with Indigenous communities, develop gatherings and an Indigenous Affinity Group, and promote engagement opportunities for staff, faculty and students while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three to five years of related experience. Experience working in Indigenous communities and developing community engagement initiatives.
• Professional experience in and understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Demonstrated experience with successful event planning for large and small in-person and hybrid events.
• Experience working within a post-secondary context is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Socialize and promote the Indigenous Substantiation Framework across the University to faculty, students, librarians and staff, including senior leadership.
• Liaise with Indigenous communities and governing bodies outside the university and strengthen internal Indigenous connections.
• Develop and coordinate gatherings, events, and networking initiatives that bring together community members and foster collaboration.
• Create and manage an Indigenous Affinity Group for Indigenous employees across the University.
• Represent the University on relevant committees and handle confidential information with discretion.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Independent work

Relationship building

Education

University degree in a related field or equivalent

Tools

Acrobat

SharePoint

Job description

Indigenous Community Engagement Manager

Date Posted: 10/20/2026
Req ID: 50598
Faculty/Division: VP & Provost
Department: Office of Indigenous Initiatives
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: No

Description

Please note that short-listed candidates may be asked to participate in an Indigenous substantiation process.

Indigenous Substantiation | Indigenous University of Toronto

About us

The Office of Indigenous Initiatives was established in response to the U of T’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Steering Committee’s final report, Answering The Call: Wecheehetowin. The Office’s mandate is to support and guide the U of T community as it continues to work towards reconciliation. Efforts are directed towards listening, coordinating, advising, and collaborating with academic and non-academic communities in addressing the Calls to Action. The Office intersects with areas such as teaching and learning, student experience, Faculty and staff recruitment and engagement, and community-based research. The Office also conducts a regular environmental scan, produces a report to establish the impact and progress of Indigenous Initiatives on campus, and manages the activities of the Council of Indigenous Initiatives and the Elder’s Circle.

Your opportunity

Reporting to the Executive Director, Indigenous Initiatives, the Indigenous Community Engagement Manager is responsible for providing a high level of confidential operational and administrative support to the Office and Executive Director in the implementation, administration, and management of the Indigenous Substantiation Framework including but not limited to processing substantiation requests and updating the portal. The Manager will socialize and promote the Indigenous Substantiation Framework across the University to faculty, students, librarians and staff, including senior leadership and will liaise with Indigenous communities and governing bodies outside the university. The incumbent is responsible for strengthening the internal University Indigenous community by creating opportunities for connection, networking, and engagement throughout the year. The Manager will develop and coordinate gatherings, events, and networking initiatives that bring together community members, foster relationships, and encourage collaboration. The Manager will create and manage an Indigenous Affinity Group for Indigenous employees across the University. The goal of the Affinity Group is to create a strong, connected community for Indigenous employees that seeks to meet the distinct needs of the group. The incumbent works in a complex environment that requires a high degree of sensitivity, responsiveness, and a need to maintain absolute confidentiality. The incumbent represents the University on relevant committees inside and outside the University community, providing assistance, information, outreach, resources and referrals.

Essential Qualifications

(MINIMUM)

EDUCATION

University degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum three to five years of related experience. Experience working in Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) communities and demonstrated experience developing community engagement initiatives. Professional experience in and understanding of complex issues related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Demonstrated experience with successful event planning for large and small in-person and hybrid events.

Experience working within a post-secondary context is strongly preferred.

SKILLS

Experience and computer proficiency in a PC environment, including standard office computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Acrobat and familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint an asset.

OTHER

Professional writing and/or editing skills. Superior written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills. Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse constituencies and communities in a team environment. Demonstrated abilities to multi-task, trouble shoot and problem solve. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to be innovative and work independently. Demonstrated ability to relate to students, staff, and faculty that builds trust and confidence. Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Closing Date

11/02/2026,11:59PM ET

Employee Group

Salaried

Personnel Subarea

PM

Appointment Type

Budget - Continuing

Schedule

Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone

PM 1 -- Hiring Zone: $79,707 - $92,992 -- Broadband Salary Range: $79,707 - $132,843

Job Category

Administrative / Managerial

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Indigenous Substantiation Process

The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website.

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