Youth Employment Project Coordinator

Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association (ANFCA) is seeking a Project Coordinator to support youth to develop skills and gain the experience they need to successfully transition into the labour market or educational institutions. A key focus of this position will be supporting Friendship Centres to deliver a range of activities that help youth overcome barriers to employment and facilitate partnerships between Friendship Centres and appropriate employment and education stakeholders.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Post Secondary Degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in an employment services (a minimum of five years; more is preferred); and experience having worked with urban Indigenous communities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Project Development and Implementation:
  • Plan and deliver culturally appropriate employment/education activities for urban Indigenous youth furthest from employment and in Friendship Centre communities
  • Coordinate and facilitate positive project outcomes, including a Friendship Centre Employment Fair, with the Special Initiatives Team
  • Establish relationships with youth, Friendship Centres, employment services, educational institutions, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Community Engagement:
  • Develop and deliver employment and skill development opportunities for youth through culturally safe approaches.
  • Conduct activities to raise project awareness.
  • Support Friendship Centre employment staff in the development and delivery of tailored youth training plans.
• Data Collection and Reporting:
  • Collect and analyze data on youth employment activities and participation.
  • Prepare reports and presentations on project activities and outcomes.
  • Contribute to the process of a project evaluation.
• Other Duties:
  • Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Software Usage Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office capability including Teams and digital meeting platforms.
• Sector Knowledge an Asset: Familiarity with employment services and strategies, skills development methods, and the removal of barriers to employment and education, and how they apply to Indigenous youth and their communities is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of the unique challenges faced by youth furthest from employment and education.
• Excellent community engagement, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of culturally sensitive approaches.
• Knowledge of Alberta employers, educational institutions, agencies and opportunities for youth employment/training.
• Organizational and Project Management Skills: Has strong organization and process skills; meets deadlines; is able to prioritize a diverse workload and manage multiple activities at once; has keen attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
• Self-motivated and collaborative: Capable of demonstrating independence and positive team collaboration.
• Communication Skills: An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Analytical and Decision-Making Skills: Strong conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to recognize as well as assess emerging issues and situations objectively, think creatively outside the box, and make sound decisions; is decisive and accountable.
• Interpersonal and Relationship Building Skills: Approachable, with the ability to build trust and respect, cultivate strong positive relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders including youth furthest from employment, potential employers, educational institutions, and Member Friendship Centres.
• Demonstrated commitment of understanding of both the Friendship Centre Movement and the rich and diverse Indigenous cultures that are present in Alberta.
• Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and protocols.
• Ability to travel.

COMPENSATION:

The compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience, aligning with the Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association's commitment to attracting passionate and skilled individuals. Specific details regarding salary and benefits can be discussed during the hiring process.

Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of this work and as an employee of ANFCA, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening.

ANFCA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. ANFCA is committed to having a team that reflects the communities in which we and our member Friendship Centres live and work. As an Indigenous organization, we focus our efforts on recognizing the diverse talents that will drive our organization forward and we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, genders, ethnicities, and perspectives as key elements of our culture.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This opportunity will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.