FIFA Fan Fest Musqueam Youth Ambassador
About the role
About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary
As a Youth Ambassador, you will be the cultural representative for Musqueam at the FIFA Fan Festival, based at the Musqueam display area. You will support a respectful and welcoming environment for visitors during the FIFA World Cup. You will help share stories, values, and presence of Musqueam while supporting community-led cultural programming and visitor engagement. This is a temporary part-time, casual termed position ending July 19.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Represent Musqueam with integrity, pride and respect
- Support and uphold Musqueam protocols
- Welcome guests and visitors to the Musqueam display area
- Ensure cultural elements are shared accurately and respectfully
- Act as a bridge between visiting guests and the local communities to Musqueam
- Encourage involvement in cultural programming
- Assist with the delivery of cultural programming
- Support logistics and day-to-day operations
- Help create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space for all attendees
- Share stories, experiences, and perspectives in appropriate ways
- Support and amplify social media or digital storytelling initiatives (as guided)
- Model respect, responsibility, and teamwork
- Take initiative in supporting program success and problem-solving
- Uphold the values of stewardship, caring for people, place and culture
- Participate in cultural training, protocol orientation, and mentorship opportunities
- Learn from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community leaders
- Build skills and capacity in leadership, cultural awareness, and event delivery
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Willingness to learn cultural protocols and take guidance
- Reliability, respectfulness, and a team-first mindset
Work Conditions
- Available for on-site shift work during the FIFA Fan Fest, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays
- Participation in training sessions, rehearsals, and key activations
Not the right fit? Search for FIFA Fan Fest Musqueam Youth Ambassador jobs in Vancouver, BC
About Musqueam Indian Band
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. Many of our members live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws.
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FIFA Fan Fest Musqueam Youth Ambassador
About the role
About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary
As a Youth Ambassador, you will be the cultural representative for Musqueam at the FIFA Fan Festival, based at the Musqueam display area. You will support a respectful and welcoming environment for visitors during the FIFA World Cup. You will help share stories, values, and presence of Musqueam while supporting community-led cultural programming and visitor engagement. This is a temporary part-time, casual termed position ending July 19.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Represent Musqueam with integrity, pride and respect
- Support and uphold Musqueam protocols
- Welcome guests and visitors to the Musqueam display area
- Ensure cultural elements are shared accurately and respectfully
- Act as a bridge between visiting guests and the local communities to Musqueam
- Encourage involvement in cultural programming
- Assist with the delivery of cultural programming
- Support logistics and day-to-day operations
- Help create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space for all attendees
- Share stories, experiences, and perspectives in appropriate ways
- Support and amplify social media or digital storytelling initiatives (as guided)
- Model respect, responsibility, and teamwork
- Take initiative in supporting program success and problem-solving
- Uphold the values of stewardship, caring for people, place and culture
- Participate in cultural training, protocol orientation, and mentorship opportunities
- Learn from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community leaders
- Build skills and capacity in leadership, cultural awareness, and event delivery
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Willingness to learn cultural protocols and take guidance
- Reliability, respectfulness, and a team-first mindset
Work Conditions
- Available for on-site shift work during the FIFA Fan Fest, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays
- Participation in training sessions, rehearsals, and key activations
Not the right fit? Search for FIFA Fan Fest Musqueam Youth Ambassador jobs in Vancouver, BC
About Musqueam Indian Band
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. Many of our members live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws.