Indigenous Language Revitalization Liaison

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology; Merritt; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology invites applications for the Indigenous Language Fluency (Non-Teaching) Faculty to support language revitalization within community contexts through NVIT's Indigenous Language Certificate and Diploma programs. This role does not include classroom instruction but strengthens community-driven language initiatives and coordinates experiential learning activities.

The position emphasizes collaboration with NVIT's Community Education Department and partners to

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and community experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Indigenous language revitalization within community contexts.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous cultural protocols and respectful engagement with Elders and first-language speakers.
• Experience working collaboratively with Indigenous communities and community organizations.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with communities involved in language revitalization.
• Experience coordinating community-based programs, projects, or cultural/language events.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Effective communication with diverse community members and partners.
• Familiarity with Indigenous language certificate and diploma program needs.
• Ability to travel to communities for relationship-building and program support as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate non-instructional components essential to Indigenous language learning and community engagement.
• Organize mentor-supported activities with first-language speakers and community-based practicums.
• Support capstone or community-driven language initiatives and culturally grounded events.
• Engage regularly with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, students, alumni, and NVIT staff to align priorities.

Skills

Indigenous language revitalization

Community engagement

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology invites applications for the Indigenous Language Fluency (Non-Teaching) Faculty to support language revitalization within community contexts through NVIT's Indigenous Language Certificate and Diploma programs. This role does not include classroom instruction but strengthens community-driven language initiatives and coordinates experiential learning activities.

The position emphasizes collaboration with NVIT's Community Education Department and partners to