Okanagan Indian Band Youth Leadership Coordinator

KʷU KʷLIW̓T L̓ NQMAPLQS | WE LIVE AT HEAD OF THE LAKE

Located within the unceded territory of the syilx people, the Okanagan Indian Band is comprised of six reserves located in the North Okanagan.
Come join the OKIB Team and enjoy all that the beautiful Okanagan Valley has to offer, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches.

The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience. You can expect a supportive work environment and a total compensation package which includes:

• 3 Weeks’ Vacation Pay

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits

• Employer Matched Pension Plan

• 15 Statutory Holidays

• Paid Winter Holiday Break

• Cultural Leave

• Discounted Silver Star lift passes

• Retention Bonuses after years of service

• 15 Paid Sick Days

• Paid Personal Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional Development Opportunities

Hours of work**: 37.5 hours per week**

Start Date: ASAP

Deadline for applications**: October 22, 2025**

JOB SUMMARY
The Youth Leadership Coordinator will support young people with the opportunity to develop their skills, work closely with others and share ideas that influence positive change. The Youth Leadership Coordinator will lead a culturally responsive, youth-led diversion programming that allows for a broad group of at-risk youth from Okanagan Indian Band, nation and regional communities to share resources, tools, best practices, cultural teachings and Western ways

This position will require regular evening/weekend work.

REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to Community Safety Coordinator, dotted line to the Wellness Programs Lead.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop framework that addresses specific goals, identify gaps, barriers

• Support Youth Leadership Council meetings

• Align with cross cultural practices and protocols

• Project coordination

• Creation and-or compilation of materials of materials and documents

• Communication between stakeholders

• Scheduling of events/activities

• Delivery of educational information/resources via communications, facilitation

• Engage with Youth to enhance leadership and life skills.

• Participate in Community Consultative Group and supports initiatives that focus on crime prevention and intervention.

• Maintains program statistics, completes written reports and completes program evaluations

• All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties.

• Participate in community events as requested

• Perform other related duties as required

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Creates program plans, writes reports and makes formal presentations

• Provide support to the Youth Leadership Council in structure development, format, and processes to enhance the youth voice in community.

• Identifies and pursues sources of funding for projects, activities and/or events

• Undertakes administrative tasks, verifying information and responding to queries

• Meets, liaises and networks with internal and external agencies

• Liaise with other OKIB staff to determine partnership opportunities

• Annual review of the Youth Leadership Terms of Reference and Youth Leadership Council recruitment

• Attends meetings

• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
You have education, experience, or an equivalent combination may be considered. You are community-minded, detail-oriented, have a willingness to contribute to a team and an excellent communicator.

Education

• Two years post-secondary education in child/youth related services or comparable experience

• Current First Aid/CPR certificate or willing to obtain

• Valid BC Driver’s licence, minimum Class 5, and reliable vehicle

Experience

• 3 years of experience working with youth

• 3 years of demonstrated experience in program planning and implementation

• Experience working with First Nations communities

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• Criminal record check that includes the vulnerable sector

• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Competencies (KSAs & Desired Attributes)

• Possesses cultural appropriateness and sensitivity towards OKIB and Community

• Knowledge of Okanagan culture and traditions

• Demonstrated ability to engage with difficult to reach youth and young people

• Awareness of adolescent social, emotional, and cognitive development

• Ability to work as a part of an inter-disciplinary team

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Working knowledge of computer software such as: MS Word, Excel, Outlook and strong internet and social media literacy

• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCALE
$27.52 per hour

Please send resume, cover letter and references in any one of two ways:

Email: recruiting@okanagan.org
Mail or drop off: 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC V1H 2A4
If you have accessibility needs, please contact Hollie Lachuk @ 250-542-4328 ext. 1011

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check that includes the vulnerable sector and three references

Preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal Applicants as per section 41 of the Human Rights Code***.***

Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years