Position: IDC/BCANDS National Coordinator
*A cover letter outlining your interest and how you meet the requirement of the position must be submitted with your resume to be considered.
Employer / Organization: Indigenous Disability Canada (IDC) / British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Position Type: 7 month - Term Management Position - September 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027 (possibility of extension)
Salary/Benefits - $63,700 annually, including benefits as per IDC/BCANDS policies (after successful 3-month probation)
Hours of Work – 35 hr/week – Monday to Friday -
Travel: Required
Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026
BROAD POSITION DESCRIPTION
The National Coordinator will directly oversee various organizational capacity, awareness and engagement initiatives as directed and supported by the Chief Executive Officer.
BROAD DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
The BCANDS National Coordinator’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Researching and accurately recording various data sets/systems in relation to Indigenous Peoples, disabilities and social programs across Canada;
- Coordination with various governments (Indigenous, federal, provincial, territorial) across Canada;
- Policy review, update, development and implementation
- Strategic planning
- Awareness strategies, campaigns
- Fund development
- Partnership development
- Board and organizational capacity initiatives
- Program and staff supervision / HR
- Information collection/stakeholder engagement
- Other duties as directed
- Computer abilities
- Ability to travel as required/directed
- Other
Desired Abilities / Experience
- Possess experience and understanding relating to current and historical events affecting Indigenous Peoples in Canada with the ability to perform duties in a culturally and trauma-informed manner
- Working knowledge of Indigenous, federal, provincial and territorial government structures across Canada
- Understanding of disability, intersectionality and GBA+
- Ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders
- Ability to produce accurate, timely and relevant information and reports
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a variety of formats
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to work well with others and follow directives
- Other
Bachelor’s Degree preferability in Social / Human Services or administration. *An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered;
experience in a supervisory position;
- Must possess a Valid Class Driver’s License and daily access to a reliable vehicle (exceptions may be considered)
- Must successfully pass a police background check
Please send your cover letter and resume outlining how you meet the expectations of this position in confidence by mail to:
Attention: CEO IDC/BCANDS
# 6 - 1610 Island Highway
Victoria, British Columbia – V9B 1H8
or by Fax to: (250) 381 7312
*No phone calls, please. Applicants will be contacted by IDC/BCANDS if an interview is requested.
* As per Section 7 of the Employment Equity Act, BCANDS may give preference in employment to Indigenous persons. (http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/e-5.401/page-3.html#h-6)
* Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $63,700.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
