About this role
Competition # 2026-104
Category: Full Time - Permanent
Closing: Open Until Filled
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Eagle Urban Transition Centre’s Director of Service Delivery, the Program Coordinator First Nation CFS/JP Settlement is responsible for supporting and coordinating First Nation CFS/JP Settlement programming. This role ensures the effective implementation of program objectives through strong organizational, financial, and communication practices.
The First Nation CFS/JP Settlement Program Coordinator works closely with program staff, leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient program operations, adherence to organizational policies, and continuous program growth and development. The position plays a key role in supporting culturally responsive programming that addresses the needs of First Nation CFS/JP Settlement Program.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Monitor and manage the program budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources
· Approve and coordinate the purchase of program supplies and equipment
· Assist with the preparation of grant applications and other funding opportunities
· Coordinate communication between program staff, organizational leadership, and external stakeholders.
· Manage administrative functions, including budgeting, logistics, Interim and Year-end reporting.
· Plan, coordinate, and oversee program activities, schedules, and timelines.
· Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.
· Track expenditures and maintain accurate financial and program records.
· Manage internal and external communications, including media relations and social media.
· Build and maintain positive working relationships with team members and external partners.
· Schedule and organize meetings and events; prepare agendas and supporting materials.
· Ensure effective use of technology for meetings, presentations, and program operation.
· Prepare reports, proposals, and required documentation.
· Support program growth, evaluation, and development initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
· Proven experience as a Program Coordinator or in a related role.
· Understanding of the history and ongoing impacts of the First Naton Child Family Services system is a strong asset.
· Experience supporting community-based or social service programs is an asset.
· Knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting processes.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
· Demonstrated experience with administrative and clerical tasks.
· Bachelor’s degree (BSc/BA) in Business Administration or a related field is required or considered an asset.
· Ability to work respectfully with Indigenous communities, survivors, and families.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
· Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends as required.
· Must provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Clear Child Abuse Registry Check.
Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for, qualifications, and resume, along with 3 professional reference listings (include a most recent employer reference) to:
Human Resources
Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs
14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3
Quote Competition # 2026-104 in your application
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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.
Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to provide verification of citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
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