Indigenous Youth Engagement Manager

Lead Indigenous youth engagement for BCAAFC through culturally grounded planning, relationship building, and accessible participation across British Columbia.As Manager, Youth Engagement, you will guide year-round youth strategy and coordinate the Youth Engagement and Gathering Our Voices teams. The work connects youth, Elders, Friendship Centres, partners, and funders. You will strengthen leadership, wellness, participation, and responsive initiatives through meaningful engagement.Key Responsibilities:
Lead year-round Indigenous youth engagement strategy and implementationBuild relationships with Friendship Centres and Indigenous youthDevelop culturally grounded participation methods and communicationsIdentify programming, mentorship, training, and networking opportunitiesSupervise, mentor, and support assigned staff teamsRequirements:
Five years of related experience with relevant educationSignificant experience with Indigenous communities and service organizationsExperience engaging Indigenous youth and managing complex initiativesKnowledge of cultural protocols and trauma-informed engagementStrong planning, communication, project, and financial management skillsBring Indigenous youth engagement, respectful relationship building, and collaborative leadership to BCAAFC’s province-wide programs and initiatives.
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