Regional Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator – Northeast Region

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Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Regional Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator to enhance access to sport for Indigenous communities. The role involves program delivery, community engagement, and collaboration with local stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a background in sport and established networks within Indigenous communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Vacation package

Qualifications

• Experience in sport, recreation, and physical activity.
• Established networks among Indigenous communities.
• Event and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate culturally relevant sport and recreation programs.
• Engage with community stakeholders.
• Deliver programs and ensure positive participant experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Post-secondary degree or certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

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Regional Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator – Northeast Region
Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC)
Work From Home -North Coast / Nechako / North East
British Columbia

closes in 16 days (Fri, 30 May)
full time • Annual salary range is $52,000-$57,500; incl. comprehensive benefit and vacation package

Regional Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator – Northeast Region

The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I•SPARC) is a provincial organization established for the purpose of improving the health outcomes of Indigenous people by supporting and encouraging physically active individuals, families, and communities. The programs and services delivered by I•SPARC are designed to build capacity and increase access to sport, recreation, and physical activity in First Nations, Aboriginal Friendship Centres, Métis Chartered Communities, schools, and other delivery agencies throughout British Columbia.

General Description

The Regional Coordinator is a dynamic and community-focused individual who plays a coordinating role in the design and delivery of culturally relevant sport, recreation, and physical activity programs for Indigenous communities across the designated region. Reporting directly to the Manager, Sport Development & Community Engagement and collaborating closely with the Regional Action Team, the Regional Coordinator serves as a connector, facilitator, and collaborator, working in partnership with local community stakeholders to enhance access to sport and physical activity opportunities. This position is integral to realizing I•SPARC's Five-Pillar strategy, with a strong emphasis on program delivery, community engagement, and ensuring a positive experience for all participants.

What does this mean in short? Program delivery, people engagement, and positive community experience! The ideal candidate will possess an extensive background in the areas of sport, recreation and physical activity and have established networks/connections among Indigenous communities and organizations within the Region. Successful applicant will be required to reside in the region (region map available at http://isparc.ca ).

Competencies and Requirements

Post-secondary degree or certificate

Applied knowledge of Indigenous community issues in BC

Work experience in the field of sport, recreation, and physical activity

Event and project management experience

Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision

Able to travel throughout the region to promote and support the delivery of programs (requiring a flexible work schedule and a valid driver’s license)

Successful completion of criminal record and vulnerable sector checks

Salary: Annual salary range is $52,000-$57,500; incl. comprehensive benefit and vacation package

Location: Ability to work remotely from within the Region, or to identify office space in a location central to the successful candidate within the Region. Position does require occasional travel throughout the region and province to events/forums.

Application intake will remain open until the position is filled.

Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry.

How to Apply

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Contact Details
[e-mail]
Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) , Suite 208, 5462 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC, BC
250.856.0800

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