Mobile Cultural Coordinator – Ojibiikaan Indigenous Cultural Network

Toronto & York Region Métis Council; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a passionate Mobile Cultural Coordinator to enhance community engagement through culturally relevant programming in Toronto. This full-time role involves designing and facilitating mobile land-based activities for Indigenous children and families, ensuring a safe and enriching environment. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Indigenous cultures and protocols, along with experience in social services or childcare. Join a dedicated team in strengthening Indigenous roots and making a lasting impact in the community. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful cultural initiatives and support the well-being of Indigenous families.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Community engagement opportunities

Cultural training and workshops

Qualifications

• Self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit.
• 1-3 years experience in social services or childcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver mobile land-based programming for Indigenous families.
• Design and plan culturally relevant activities and workshops.

Skills

Cultural Protocols

Conflict Resolution

Community Outreach

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Indigenous Cultures

Education

Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Post-secondary degree in Social Work

Diploma in related field

Tools

Computer Skills

Gardening Tools

Job description

Ojibiikaan is currently looking for candidates to fill a Mobile Cultural Coordinator position.

This is a frontline community facilitator position, full time, 1 year fixed term contract. There is no deadline to apply, it will remain open until filled!

Full-time: $47,000.00 – $51,000.00 per year

Toronto, ON, CA

Description

Our mandate is to strengthen Indigenous roots in Toronto, the GTA and surrounding First Nations communities through knowledge exchange and land-based food projects.

Ojiibikens (Little Roots) is an Early Years program developed, designed, and delivered by Ojibiikaan Indigenous Cultural Network (OICN), an Indigenous-led not-for-profit in Toronto. The staff of the Ojiibikens program deliver virtual and mobile cultural and land-based activities for Indigenous children and their families in Toronto. This program is funded through the City of Toronto by the Government of Ontario Journey Together strategy for reconciliation.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Cultural Team Coordinator and working collaboratively with the Ojiibikens team, the Mobile Culture Coordinator designs and facilitates regular mobile land-based programming for children and their families across Toronto within Ojiibikens’ mandate.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver regular mobile land-based programming in support of Ojiibikens’ mandate through management of timelines, budgets and deliverables;
• Design, schedule and plan logistics for engaging, hands-on, and culturally relevant drop-in and registered activities, responding to the varying needs of families;
• Participate and plan garden maintenance;
• Purchase food and supplies as needed for programming;
• Maintain activity spaces and ensure the environment is clean and safe for children;
• Support and work with partner agencies to deliver collaborative programming;
• Assist the other Ojibiikens Coordinators in program design, facilitating workshops and hosting community events;
• Document weekly activities, prepare reports and collaborate on the implementation of donor reporting by tracking relevant information;
• Assist with the coordination, implementation, and tracking of project evaluation tools such as outcome measurement, frameworks, surveys and participant evaluation forms;
• Support community outreach and consultation sessions as required, attend committee meetings as required; and provide support to funding applications as required.

Application Deadline: Open until Filled.

This is a full-time contract position based in Toronto from September 2024 to September 2025 with the possibility of extension. This position requires some local travel and some evening and weekend hours to attend meetings, special events and fulfill other responsibilities. The salary ranges from $47,000-$51,000 depending on experience.

Please attach your cover letter, resume and three references (previous supervisor, character and Elder) to your HigherMe application.

As an organization primarily serving the Indigenous community of Toronto, preference is given to applications from qualified First Nation, Métis and Inuit candidates. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request.

Requirements

• Self-Identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit;
• Registered Early Childhood Educator “RECE” preferred or a post-secondary degree or diploma in social work or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• In-depth understanding of cultural protocols;
• 1-3 years of experience working in a social services or childcare environment;
• Minimum 1-year experience delivering family services to the Indigenous community is preferred;
• Experience in working with Indigenous children, youth and families in an urban setting;
• Experience working with EarlyON;
• Experience in outreach, facilitating workshops and delivering presentations;
• Active member in traditional healing would be an asset;
• Experience working with Indigenous food systems, planting techniques, traditional ecological knowledge, and/or hands-on gardening is an asset;
• Must be able to demonstrate an established connection to the local Indigenous community;
• Recognition by the Indigenous communities and ability to demonstrate learnings from their own journey and teachings received;
• Knowledge of the 7 Grandfathers with reference to confidentiality and privacy;
• Comply with the shared values and standards of cultural customs, traditions, practices, and codes of ethics for ensuring a culturally safe environment;
• Knowledge of Indigenous spirituality and cultural identity for ensuring these are the core guiding values of the organization;
• Willing to learn a First Nations, Métis or Inuit Language;
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, values, and traditional practices;
• Commitment to fostering a positive community atmosphere;
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills;
• Ability to self-motivate, work independently and delegate tasks;
• Effective organizational skills;
• Ability to perform moderate physical labor, lift up to 40lbs and work on feet and outdoors;
• Ability to travel as required, valid G-Class Driver’s License in good standing is required, as well as providing a driver’s abstract;
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required;
• Ability to use computers for word processing, publication, data collection, e-mail and internet.

Company Information

Ojibiikaan Indigenous Cultural Network is an Indigenous-led nonprofit offering land, food and culture-based programming in Toronto and the surrounding region. Ojibiikaan means “root” in Anishinaabemowin. Our roots connect us to the land and to each other. They are the lifelines that nourish and anchor us. Ojibiikaan works to strengthen our roots through knowledge exchange and land-based projects.