Project Coordinator - Langley, Canada - Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society

Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society

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Langley, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Overview:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in human services, social sciences, or social work
Minimum two years of experience in the community services sector
Experience working with Indigenous youth, families, or communities
Demonstrated knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; experience implementing into programming an asset
Demonstrated working knowledge of communitybased programs
Must be well versed in cultural sensitivity and have understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal culture, traditions and historical issues impacting urban Indigenous families
Demonstrated business communication, social perceptiveness, and interpersonal skills
Strong judgment, problemsolving, and decisionmaking skills

Must have a reliable vehicle, a valid BC driver's licence, and provide a driver's abstract

Position will remain open until filled.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. We encourage all qualified people to apply.

Where applicants for a position are equally suitable, preference will be given to the Aboriginal applicant, please self-identify in cover letter.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Build and train a team, recruit contractors, who will help you develop planning which includes Gender Based Violence Programs
Perform gap analysis of GBV, identify key areas needed to sustain programming, and increase effectiveness of LFVAS' GBV programs.
Increase capacity for sourcing sustainable funding for GBV programs. Develop a financial strategy that includes sustainable funding which grows with the GBV needs.
Build partnerships/networks that collaborate to end

GBV:
Community Partners, Indigenous Communities, and clients.

Increase LFVAS' project management and accounting capacity to deliver sustainable GBV programs: train the leadership team, develop standard operating processes for the future, implement GBV training,
Build knowledge and evidence needed to end

GBV:
committees, local Elders and Knowledge Keepers, populations impacted by GBV. Compile this evidence and knowledge to inform GBC programming and women's health and wellness center.

Key Experience & Education:

Degree in human services, social sciences, social work, or related field.
Minimum two years' experience as a project coordinator in a nonprofit setting.
Experience working with Indigenous women, families or communities.
Experience with genderbased violence issues.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of communitybased programs,
Experience in grant writing, tracking funding reports, developing financial strategy to ensure sustainability
Demonstrated knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; experience implementing into programming an asset

Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, pertinent regulations, policy, procedures, and other statutory and certification requirements (e.g., Mental Health Act, Child, Family and Community Service Act, Child Care Licensing, etc.)
Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED Level A or higher,

Skills & Abilities:

Must be well versed in cultural sensitivity and have understanding and knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions and historical issues impacting urban Indigenous families.
Demonstrated business communication, social perceptiveness, and interpersonal skills

Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of client database management
Ability to maintain professional integrity, boundaries, and confidentiality.
Strong judgment, problemsolving, and decisionmaking skills

; strong conflict resolution skills

Strong selfdirection and time management skills
Strong systems and operations evaluation skills
Demonstrated project development and talent acquisition skills.

Additional Requirements:

Must successfully complete Criminal Record Review for work with vulnerable adults and children
Must sign and abide by Oath of Confidentiality and complete FOIPPA Foundations Training
Must have a reliable vehicle, a valid BC driver's licence, and provide a driver's abstract.

Job Types:
Contract, Full-time

Salary:
$32.80-$35.75 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits: