Indigenous Youth Leadership & Engagment Worker (Pilot)

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is seeking an Indigenous Youth Leadership & Engagement Worker (Pilot) to lead culturally grounded programming for Indigenous youth and young adults aged 18-29. The role coordinates youth-driven activities, leadership opportunities, and community engagement that reflect the voices, needs, and strengths of urban Indigenous youth.

Responsibilities include recruitment, facilitation of leadership initiatives, youth council support, program design and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in youth work, Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Child and Youth Work, Education, or equivalent combination and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history, especially youth engagement and community outreach.
• Ability to work professionally with Indigenous youth, Elders, Knowledge Carriers, and community partners.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills; experience developing volunteer/youth council orientation.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, engage, and support Indigenous youth aged 18-29.
• Facilitate leadership development opportunities and youth-led initiatives.
• Support the Youth Council and volunteer engagement activities.
• Design, implement, and evaluate culturally relevant programs.
• Build community partnerships and conduct outreach.
• Maintain records, reports, and evaluation data.

Skills

Youth work

Indigenous culture knowledge

Leadership and engagement

Facilitation skills

Volunteer engagement

Communication skills

Time management

Record keeping

Adaptability

Community outreach

Education

Post-secondary education in youth work / Indigenous Studies / Social Work / Child and Youth Work / Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre (TBIFC) is seeking a passionate, community-minded individual to join our team as an Indigenous Youth Leadership & Engagement Worker (Pilot). This exciting pilot position will lead innovative, culturally grounded programming that supports Indigenous youth and young adults aged 18-29.

The successful candidate will coordinate and deliver youth-driven programs, activities, and leadership opportunities that reflect the voices, needs, and strengths of urban Indigenous youth.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Recruit, engage, and support Indigenous youth aged 18-29.
• Facilitate leadership development opportunities and youth-led initiatives.
• Support the Youth Council and volunteer engagement activities.
• Design, implement, and evaluate culturally relevant programs.
• Build community partnerships and conduct outreach.
• Maintain records, reports, and evaluation data.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in youth work, Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Child and Youth Work, Education, or combination of the equivalent and relevant education and/or a minimum of three (3) years of work experience with youth and/or young adults.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on Indigenous youth engagement and community outreach; experience with volunteer engagement, support, and administration; demonstrated leadership and engagement skills.
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with Indigenous youth, Elders, Knowledge Carriers, Friendship Centre staff, community organizations and external partners.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills; experience developing and implementing orientation for volunteers and youth council members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid First Aid / CPR Certificate and Safe Food Handling certification is an asset.
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Clearance Check is a condition of employment.

Submission Date: November 13, 2026

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Miigwetch to all who apply, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted