Nuu-chah-nulth Salmon Governance Project Coordinator

Ha'oom Fisheries Society; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit supporting Indigenous fishing rights is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Nuu-chah-nulth Salmon Governance Project. This role involves coordinating project activities, supporting engagement with Indigenous communities, and managing communications. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and experience in project coordination. The position offers a hybrid working model, and applicants are encouraged from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Benefits included

Opportunity for extension after 4-year term

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination or administrative support.
• Familiarity with Indigenous governance principles preferred.
• Willingness to travel to local Indigenous communities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate meetings and workshops.
• Track project timelines and maintain documentation.
• Draft updates and materials for community distribution.

Skills

Organizational and coordination skills

Administrative support experience

Experience organizing meetings

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal communications skills

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Online communication tools (Zoom, Teams)

Job description

Nuu-chah-nulth Salmon Governance Project Coordinator

• Location: In proximity to Victoria, Tofino, Port Alberni, Gold River, or Campbell River, with availability to travel to Nuu-chah-nulth Nations on Vancouver Island (Hybrid: remote and in-person)
• Duration: 4-year term (potential for extension)
• Compensation: $45,000-$52,500 annually + benefits
• Reportsto: Audrey Adelinet, Development Manager, Ha’oom Fisheries Society; Tara Mahoney, Research Manager, Balance Co-Lab, UVIC
• Application Deadline: Oct 29, 2025

About the Role:

The Restoring the Five Nations Salmon Laws & Collaboration Protocol Project is a four-year initiative dedicated to documenting, revitalizing, and affirming traditional Nuu-chah-nulth salmon laws and governance practices for the five Nations of Ahousaht, Tla-o-qui-aht, Hesquiaht, Mowachaht/Muchalaht, and Ehattesaht/Chinehkint. The project will be implemented in partnership between Ha’oom Fisheries Society and the Balance Co-Lab team. The intention is for the five Nations to lead and own the project at every step. Ha’oom and Balance Co-Lab will support implementation in alignment with each Nation’s vision and direction.

The Project Coordinator will support the coordination and administration of the Empowering Indigenous Governance and Racial Justice through Nuu-chah-nulth Salmon Laws and Consultation Protocol Initiative. This initiative documents traditional Nuu-chah-nulth salmon laws and supports the development of related protocols and policies. The Project Coordinator will primarily provide administrative, logistical, and communications support to ensure the project runs smoothly. They will work closely with Tara Mahoney, Research Manager (primary supervisor) and other project leads as appropriate.

Who We Are:

Ha’oom Fisheries Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the fishing rights of the Tla-o-qui-aht, Ahousaht, Hesquiaht, Mowachaht/Muchalaht, and Ehattesaht/Chinehkint First Nations ("the five Nations"). https://www.haoom.ca/

Balance Co-Lab is an international partnership among Indigenous governments, NGOs, and university-based researchers aimed at advancing Indigenous self-determination, community capacity and well-being. Our work brings Indigenous organizations and university-based partners together to support decision-making and impact assessment aligned with and informed by Indigenous knowledge, values and governance systems. www.balancecolab.com

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Administration

• Schedule and coordinate meetings, workshops, and engagement sessions.
• Take notes, prepare summaries, and circulate follow-up actions from meetings.
• Track project timelines and deliverables; maintain accurate project files and documentation.
• Provide logistical support for in-person meetings, workshops, and travel.
• Assist with budget tracking, expense documentation, and preparation of underreports.

Team Support

• Help establish and maintain the Research Advisory Council (RAC), including coordinating meetings and preparing agendas and minutes.

Communications

• Draft and share updates (meeting notes, reports, website/social media posts) to keep project partners and community members informed.
• Assist with preparing plain-language materials (e.g., posters, handouts, short updates) for community distribution.

General Support

• Provide coordination support to Balance Co-Lab and Ha’oom Fisheries Society project leads as needed.
• Assist with other related initiatives documenting Nuu-chah-nulth laws, as time allows.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with attention to detail.
• Experience in administrative support, project coordination, or related roles.
• Familiarity with Indigenous governance principles and/or experience working with Indigenous communities (asset but not required).
• Experience organizing meetings, workshops, or events.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and comfort with online communication tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills; ability to work collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel to Nuu-chah-nulth Nations communities as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Company

Ha'oom Fisheries Society

Contact Info

While these are our preferred qualifications, we encourage everyone to apply. How To Apply:

Thank you for your interest in working with Ha'oom Fisheries Society. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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