Language Program Associate
Victoria, B.C.
Join a growing team, dedicated to revitalizing First Nations arts, languages, cultures and heritage in British Columbia. The First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) is looking to fill a PROGRAM ASSOCIATE position to support the success and impact of our programs.
The Language Program Associate supports the Language Program Coordinator on all language grant programs and related activities, contributing to the effective programming and community support needed to ensure that the FPCC meets its mandate with respect to the revitalization of the First Nations languages of B.C.
If you are passionate about First Nations languages and are interested in working with a great team dedicated to supporting cultural revitalization, we look forward to hearing from you!
Submissions from applicants with First Nations, Métis or Inuit ancestry are strongly encouraged.
Who We Are:
The First Peoples’ Cultural Council is a First Nations-governed Crown corporation with a mandate to assist B.C. First Nations in their efforts to revitalize their languages, arts, cultures and heritage. You may learn more about us here: fpcc.ca/about-us
What We Offer:
- An equal opportunity, respectful and inclusive work environment.
- Travel opportunities to conferences and community events.
- Training and professional development opportunities to grow your career and skills.
- B.C. Public Service Pension.
- Dental, extended health and vision care for you and your family through Canada Life.
- We value your work-life balance and family/community time
What You Will Do:
Language Program Support
- Support the Language Program Coordinator in the planning, coordination and delivery of the relevant Language Program(s), including necessary promotion, analysis and reporting.
- Work to improve administrative tools and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the language programs.
- Prepare reports as required by funding contract requirements, such as project reports and financial reports.
- Maintain the financial records for Language Program grants.
- Support the management and maintenance of a database of current and relevant program and assessment information; updates the grants management database and related files daily, completing data entry where needed.
Community Partner Relations
- Provide coaching support to communities through email, phone and webinars on the proposal process, program implementation and reporting requirements.
- Review applicant proposals, provides feedback to allow applicants to problem solve, plan and prioritize their work.
- Assist in the planning and coordination of program meetings, Peer Review Committee meetings, events, and workshops as required.
- Coordinate and assist with the delivery of training workshops and other events as required, including event planning, venue coordination, delegate travel, etc.
- Conduct project monitoring site visits to funded projects as required.
- Travel to conferences, training workshops, meetings and other events as required to represent the FPCC and to share about the Language Programs.
What You Will Bring:
At least 3 years’ experience in program support and project management along with a bachelor’s degree in First Nations Studies, or business administration, or a closely related field, or an acceptable combination of equivalent education, training, or experience in related field.
Skills and Abilities That Would Help You Succeed:
- Knowledge of BC First Nations languages/communities and a commitment to Indigenous language revitalization.
- Good understanding of, and experience with, community development in the First Nations context in British Columbia.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong file management and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated tact and judgment in interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues, inquiries and complaints.
- Detail oriented and able to work with exceptional volume of data.
- Familiar with the MS Office Suite including Word, Excel*, Power Point and Outlook (*Exceptional level of data base understanding)
Working Conditions
- Most work is done in a general office environment.
- Regular travel to meetings throughout B.C. is required.
- Travel to attend meetings may be required
- May be required to work evenings and weekends.
The salary range for this position is $55,198 - $57,146 based on experience and qualifications. The standard work week at FPCC is 35 hours.
For more information about the First Peoples’ Cultural Council, visit: www.fpcc.ca
Please send a resume and covering letter to: [email protected]
The First Peoples’ Cultural Council is located in Brentwood Bay and we are grateful to have our home in the beautiful traditional unceded territory of the W̱ SÁNEĆ Nation people, in the village of W̱ JOȽEȽP.
FPCC values all employees and the communities we serve, and the health and safety of the work environment is a top priority. Depending on your role, FPCC reserves the right to require proof of a COVID-19 vaccination.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55,198.00-$57,146.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1N9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person
