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Mi’kmaw Physical Activity (MPAL) and Recreation Coordinator

Wasoqopa'q First Nation
Millbrook, NS

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
13 days ago

Skills

Microsoft Word
WHMIS Certification
CPR Certification
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Databases
Analysis skills
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
Communication skills
Strategic planning
Driving Licence
Time management

Full job description

MPAL/RECREATION COORDINATOR

POSITION TITLE Mi’kmaw Physical Activity (MPAL) and Recreation Coordinator
DEPARTMENT Administration
SALARY Dependant on qualifications and experience
TERM Full-Time/Permanent
LOCATION Dependant on successful candidate’s location

Works with all communities and locations, as required: Hammonds
Plains, Yarmouth, Shelburne, Medway, Wildcat, Ponhook, Gold River, and
Gardener’s Mill

ESTIMATED START DATE August 2026

Wasoqopa’q First Nation (formerly Acadia First Nation) is governed as a custom band under the
provisions of the Indian Act with established bylaws, policies and procedures. The First Nation's
electoral system constitutes an election once every five (5) years with positions for one Chief and
eight (8) councillors. Chief and Council elect, are the governing body responsible for making
decisions for the overall health and well-being of communities, Elders, youth and families.

Wasoqopa’q First Nation is unique in its geographical composition, spread throughout the
Southwestern regions of Nova Scotia spanning five counties from Yarmouth to Halifax,
encompassing six (6) reserves - Yarmouth, Ponhook, Medway, Wildcat, Gold River, and Hammonds
Plains, in both rural and urban settings. To support administration and business operations,
Wasoqopa’q First Nation, with supporting staff, provides programs and services within two (2)
Health Centres, a Youth Centre, two (2) Community Centres, six (6) administration offices, and six
(6) business establishments, including economic development, education, employment, fishing,
forestry, health, housing & maintenance, human resources, and social.

POSITION OVERVIEW AND OBJECTIVE
WFN is currently recruiting for a MPAL/Recreation Coordinator, reporting to the Executive
Director, works with a community focused lens, responsible for leading the Mi’kmaw Physical
Activity Leadership (MPAL) and Recreation Program on behalf of WFN, including the development,
implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive physical activity and recreation strategy for
WFN communities, supporting policy, and organizing and promoting both unstructured physical
activity initiatives with emphasis on providing supports for walking and less structured movement
and recreational activities for WFN communities with a focus on youth. The overall goal of this
position is to foster a culture of movement, physical activity and recreation to support the overall
health, well-being and improvement in quality of life for WFN communities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
• Establish and implement a community engagement plan (e.g. focus groups, community

demographics and assets, community sessions, best practices and key partners) to build a
physical activity and recreation strategy and associated supporting policies and initiatives for
WFN communities

Ensure the alignment of the physical activity and recreation strategy with the Mi’kmaw Physical

Activity Leadership Program, agreement with the Province of Nova Scotia and WFN goals and

priorities

Monitor and evaluate the physical activity and recreation strategy, activities and associated

policies, including the completion of an annual progress report and relevant grant reports

Monitor participants engagement and safety during physical activity and recreational programs

and respond to incidents, as required

Ensure that all physical activity and recreation programming incorporate Wasoqopa’q First

Nation values and priorities

Establish, monitor and maintain a confidential physical activity and recreation community

member database, adding new members participating in individual-based and or group-based
activities, including attendance, incident reports and participants feedback

Through the implementation of the strategy, within each WFN community, identify and promote

local opportunities for physical activity, less structure movement and recreation initiatives

Develop partnerships and relationships with WFN staff, Mi’kmaq and or Indigenous

organizations, external service providers, MPAL’S in Mi’kmaw communities and across the
Province to support physical activity and recreation programming across WFN communities

Work across a variety of settings within WFN including home, community, health and work

environments

Work across the WFN organization and programs to promote a culture of movement and

recreation through various touchpoints serving WFN communities

Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive space where participants feel safe, heard and inspired to

grow

Develop and implement annual operational plans which outline a planned approach to

implementing the physical activity and recreation strategy, including a supporting budget and
grant requests

Develop and promote a directory of programs of unstructured physical activities and recreation

programs that can be accessed by community members

Coordinate and or support accessible unstructured physical activity opportunities for WFN

community members who are currently inactive; target these opportunities when necessary to
meet the unique needs of a group and or community

Establish and maintain partnerships with local service, physical activity and or recreation

providers to facilitate the provision of physical activity and recreation throughout WFN
communities

Support access to one-on-one advice and motivation for WFN community members, as needed,

to support physical activity and recreation needs

Lead WFN individual and or team participation in local Indigenous physical activity and

recreation events for children, youth and adults (Example: Mi’kmaw Summer Games)

Lead and support training for WFN individual and or teams participating in local Indigenous

physical activity and recreation events (Example: coaching, instruction)

Develop, and execute physical activity and recreation initiatives, to address movement, activity

and building skills and capacity of WFN members, with a focus on youth that promotes physical
health, well-being and social interaction e.g. walking clubs, sports

Prepare and submit proposals that support physical activity and or recreation in WFN

communities (Example: programs and or services, unstructured opportunities, infrastructure,
costs of participation and or sporting equipment)

Research and build a resource base, identifying funding programs, and fundraising platforms for

future programming and initiatives

Establish funding proposals and implement fundraising platforms to support the implementation

of the WFN physical activity and recreation strategy

Maintain program budgets and prepare reports for funding sources, in support of physical

activity and recreation initiatives

Participate in provincially sponsored physical activity training and networking events
Build and maintain relationships and contacts with WFN employees, to support and or lead cross

organizational physical activity and recreation

Develop and maintain partnerships with the Province and other Physical Activity Coordinators

in Mi’kmaw communities

Adhere to all Wasoqopa’q First Nation (WFN) Policies, Procedures and administrative

procedures, as required

Working in a team environment, there may be other duties, training and activities related to the

position, as required

QUALIFICATIONS
• Undergraduate university degree in Health Promotion, Community Studies or Recreation and or

combination of education and equivalent work experience

Knowledge and or training in influencing physical activity and behaviour change at the

community level and barriers to physical activity

Knowledge and experience in community engagement planning, strategic planning and

organizing operational plans with an associate budget

Experience in designing and delivering physical activity and recreation programs and

unstructured opportunities in the community, including tracking of any grant or program
deliverables, expenses and revenues

Knowledge and experience working in a Mi’kmaw community and or other First Nations is

considered an asset

Experience in funding proposals and fundraising platforms is considered an asset
Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle are required
First Aid & CPR, WHMIS and OH&S Certification is considered an asset
Criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hiring, Child Abuse Registry Check

REQUIRED ABILITIES, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Strong multitasking skills, ability to prioritize competing priorities and meet deadlines

Ability to use research, local data and best practices to inform work and priorities
Effective organization and time management skills
Ability to meet reporting requirements and deadlines
Demonstrated keen listening and observational ability
Proficiency in use of IT including databases, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with enthusiasm to motivate individuals to engage

in physical activity

Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated initiative in learning new tasks and improving processes
Strong analytical skills and critical thinking
A commitment to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion
Demonstrated adherence to integrity and sincerity

WORKING CONDITIONS

Hours of work are expected to occur during regular office hours for Wasoqopa’q First Nation,

which are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Thursday, inclusive

Programs will often be delivered in venues throughout WFN and mainly during the evenings,

weekends and certain holidays

Travel is required to attend meetings and deliver the program throughout WFN
Occasionally, travel and program sessions may fall outside of the regular office hours including

evenings and or weekends

A great deal of time is spent working indoors in well maintained, heated/ventilated environment

with modern and up-to-date equipment and with regular opportunity to move around (sitting,
standing, walking)

Long period of sitting and working with computer and telephone can occur
Occasionally, it is required to move objects or equipment up to 50 lb

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to [email protected] **Please quote MPALCOORDINATOR#
on your cover letter and indicate your salary expectations for this position.

WFN appreciates the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. WFN does not assume candidate expenses related to this recruitment process.

In accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights
Commission, if all qualifications are equal, preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal
ancestry and if a Wasoqopa’q First Nation Band member.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Deadline to Apply: July 7, 2026

Wasoqopa’q First Nation is committed to fostering a safe workplace that provides an equitable,
diverse and inclusive environment, where employees are treated professionally and with dignity and
respect. We value the contributions that each person brings, and are committed to ensuring equal
opportunity and participation as part of the WFN team.

We are a community. We make a difference.

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