Job Details

The Indigenous Engagement Coordinator will, in collaboration with the Manager, Partnership Programs, develop and implement our Indigenous Engagement Initiative which seeks to collaborate with partners to deliver activities that enrich the lives of Indigenous youth with an intellectual disability through sport.

Location: Special Olympics Alberta Office - Edmonton, Alberta
Hybrid working model - Tuesday/Wednesday in-office in Edmonton, AB

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000 Comprehensive benefit program, including health and dental upon successful completion of probation period. HSA/RRSP matching program after 1 year.

Application Details: Candidates who wish to be considered for this position are asked to submit their resume and letter of interest to Court Roy, Manager, Partnership Programs with Special Olympics Alberta at croy@soalberta.ca

Deadline: April 10, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found
We thank all applicants for applying however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

With reference to section 10.1 of the Alberta Human Rights Act, preference will begiven to Indigenous applicants.

Job Type: Full-time, Term (end date April 2027)

Schedule: Monday to Friday
Evenings & Weekends as needed
This position will require you to work evenings and weekends, and there will be frequent travel throughout Alberta. A valid AB driver’s license and vehicle are required.

Licence/Certification:
Class 5 Licence (required)
Willingness to travel: 25% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5B 1R1

Application Deadline: April 10, 2025 or until suitable candidate is found

Job Description

About Special Olympics & Our Indigenous Engagement Initiative
Our initiative will focus on community-led activities that promote the physical, social, mental, and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous athletes and their families – in their home community. By supporting partners to host inclusive recreation activities, we hope to contribute to the opportunity to boost athlete physical literacy. The aim of this initiative is to support opportunities for families to engage in sport moments with members who have an intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) in a safe, welcoming, inclusive setting.

The Mission of Special Olympics Alberta is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.

Role & Responsibilities
The Indigenous Engagement Coordinator will nurture reciprocal relationships and develop sport opportunities that support our partners’ inclusive recreation goals and the SOA
mission. Duties may include:

Relationship Building
- Build and maintain reciprocal relationships with communities, organizations, and partners through regular in-person visits and virtual connects
- Maintain and provide ongoing support for existing partnerships and activities such as research projects and pilot programs
- Act as a disability sport resource for partners, communities, and familiesAct as the SOA representative on relevant collectives and committees

Activities
- Help plan community-led events, programs, competitions, and experiences that encourage inclusive physical activity
- In collaboration with community leaders and partners, plan and execute events up to multi-day, multi-sport events in community
- Procure and distribute resources essential to Initiative success
- Coordinate and facilitate disability sport coach training opportunities for partners
- Complete administrative duties: registration, data entry, budgeting, fiscal reporting, drafting resources and promotional materials, etc.

Initiative Development
- Assist in developing the long-term direction of our Indigenous Engagement Initiative, with the support of the Manager, Partnership Programs and guidance of partners
- Consider the Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action #87-#91 when implementing direction and activities
- Participate as a member of the SOA staff team in various initiatives: SOA Awards, Annual Affiliate Conference, Volunteer appreciation, Staff retreat, Local, Provincial or National fundraising opportunities, On-going process and systems reviews and new initiatives (database, policies, resource development, websites, etc.)
- Undertake other and additional duties as delegated and clearly defined by direct supervisor

Skills that would be beneficial to this role:
- Lived experience and/or knowledge of First Nation, Metis, and Inuit lived experience, stories, and perspective especially in the context of sport.
- Interest and experience in building sustainable relationships with Indigenous people, communities, and Indigenous-led organizations.
- Confidence connecting in group and individual settings, attending and hosting events, and facilitating programming and discussions.
- Experience managing projects or people or a combination of both is an asset.
- Experience working with individuals with a disability an asset.
- A solid grasp of the principles of the LTAD Model, Indigenous Long-term Participant Development Pathway, and the dynamics and history of Indigenous and Disability Sport
- Ability to manage priorities, work a flexible schedule, and balance deadline-driven workload.
- Strong computer skills and advanced user of Microsoft suite including Teams.