About Inuit Albertamiut Association (IAA)
IAA supports Inuit living across Alberta through community engagement, culturally grounded programming, advocacy and Inuit-led community work. Our work is guided by Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) principles, Inuit values and community priorities, with a strong focus on collaboration, respect and service to community.
Position Overview
IAA is looking for an Ikajuqti (Helper/Coordinator) to help with community outreach, programs, events and day-to-day project work across Alberta.
We are looking for someone dependable, organized, comfortable working directly with community, and able to follow through on their work.
Key Responsibilities
Community Engagement & Outreach
- Connect and follow up with Inuit community members across Alberta.
- Help coordinate focus groups, surveys, consultations and community engagement.
- Share community information, programs and resources.
- Help identify and document community needs and priorities.
Programs & Events
- Plan, develop, coordinate and deliver Inuit cultural programs, gatherings and events that respond to community interests and priorities.
- Build and maintain relationships with Inuit Elders, Knowledge Keepers, cultural teachers and facilitators, and coordinate their meaningful involvement in programs and activities.
- Help develop calls for interest and program opportunities, communicate them to the community, organize submissions and support the selection process.
- Coordinate participant and event logistics, including registration, venues, supplies, equipment, transportation, scheduling, catering and other operational requirements.
- Provide support to community members participating in programs and activities.
- Support culturally relevant programs and activities that strengthen Inuit identity, connection, relationships, knowledge sharing and community wellbeing.
- Work with community partners, staff and volunteers to make sure programs are well organized, accessible and reflect Inuit values, priorities and ways of being.
Project & Admin Support
- Maintain and organize clear program documentation, including attendance records and community feedback.
- Help prepare meeting notes, summaries and basic reports.
- Support meeting coordination and follow-up for the IAA team and Board as needed.
- Support other project and administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
We are for someone with:
- Knowledge of Inuit culture, community realities and issues affecting Inuit in Alberta is an asset.
- Lived experience within Inuit communities or experience working with Inuit communities is highly valued.
- Experience with Inuit/Indigenous community work or community programming is an asset.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently, use sound judgment rooted in IQ principles, manage priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Reliability, accountability, initiative and follow-through on commitments.
- Professionalism, discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- A respectful and grounded approach to working with Inuit Elders, Knowledge Keepers, families and community members.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, email, shared files and basic tracking tools.
- Cultural humility, openness to learning and an understanding of the importance of Inuit ways of knowing, being and relating.
- Ability and willingness to travel within Alberta, including occasional travel to communities and events.
- Availability for occasional evenings and weekends, as required.
- Willingness to complete a Criminal Record Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Check, if required.
Preference will be given to Inuit applicants, including beneficiaries of Inuit Land Claim Agreements.
How to Apply
Please send your resume or brief work summary and a short message explaining your interest in the position to:
[email protected]
Open until filled
Quana, Quyanainni, Qujannamiik, Nakummek, Quyanaq,
Inuit Albertamiut Association (IAA)
Pay: $32.00-$36.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB
