Métis Family Wellness Program Lead

Métis Nation British Columbia; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Métis Nation British Columbia is seeking a Healthy Family Program Coordinator to lead culturally grounded nutrition education and family wellness initiatives for Métis families with children birth to eight. You will collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and partners to promote traditional food knowledge and healthy routines.

The role emphasizes community engagement, program strategy, and grant support, with travel across the province and reporting to advance sustainability and impact.

Qualifications

• Diploma in ECE, Nutrition, Indigenous studies, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in program coordination or community engagement.
• Strong understanding of Métis culture, traditions, and food systems.
• Ability to travel within the province for engagement sessions and site visits.
• Ability to secure and manage funding and partnerships for sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of culturally relevant nutrition and family wellness programs.
• Engage Métis families, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Chartered Communities, and partners.
• Refine program strategy and framework; support funding proposals and reports.
• Coordinate workshops, learning materials, and community capacity building.
• Track budgets, records, and program performance metrics.

Skills

Community engagement

Project management

Advocacy and policy development

Funding and partnerships

Cultural knowledge of Métis

Travel for engagement sessions

Report writing

Communication skills

Government funding knowledge

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Nutrition, Indigenous studies, Public Health, or a related field

Job description

Métis Nation British Columbia is seeking a Healthy Family Program Coordinator to lead culturally grounded nutrition education and family wellness initiatives for Métis families with children birth to eight. You will collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and partners to promote traditional food knowledge and healthy routines.

The role emphasizes community engagement, program strategy, and grant support, with travel across the province and reporting to advance sustainability and impact.