Employment Opportunity
Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council seeking
Sport & Physical Activity Coordinator for Northwest Region
At I·SPARC, we’re committed to working with First Nations, Métis and Indigenous Communities and sport and physical activity stakeholders to deliver community-based programs designed to promote active lifestyles and support the desire for transformative change in the health and well-being of Indigenous communities, families and individuals across BC.
Regional Coordinator
I·SPARC is seeking a candidate to fill the following full-time staff vacancy: Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator for the Northwest Region. Reporting to the Director – Sport, and working closely with the Regional Lead and Coordinating Group of their respective Regional Committee, the primary role of the Regional Coordinator is to engage stakeholder groups in the design and delivery of community-based, culturally relevant sport, recreation and physical activity programs for Indigenous people throughout the Region. The ideal candidate will possess an extensive background in the areas of sport, recreation and physical activity and have established networks/connections among Indigenous communities and organizations within the Region. Successful applicant will be required to reside in the region (Northwest region map available at www.isparc.ca).
Competencies and Requirements
Post-secondary degree/certificate
Applied knowledge of Indigenous community issues in BC
Work experience in the field of sport, recreation, and physical activity
Event and project management experience
Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision
Able to travel throughout the region to promote and support the delivery of programs (requiring a flexible work schedule and a valid driver’s license)
Successful completion of criminal record and vulnerable sector checks
Salary: $46,000 – $50,000 annually (based on a 35 hour work week) which includes a comprehensive health benefit package
Term: Full-time employment contingent on annual funding
Location: Office space will be established in a central location within the Region. The BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) serves as the official Host Agency of I·SPARC. Accordingly, the Regional Coordinator will be employed by the BCAAFC.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter (to the attention of Lara Mussell Savage – Director, Sport), resume and three references no later than 5:00 pm PST, Monday May 8, 2017 via the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM.
All applications are appreciated, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.
For more information about I·SPARC, please visit www.isparc.ca.
(Formerly the Aboriginal Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity Partners Council)
Director, Sport
Lara Mussell Savage
250.388.5522 ext. 233
lmussell@isparc.ca
Manager, Premier’s Awards and Communications
Felicia Greekas
250.388.5522 ext. 226
fgreekas@isparc.ca
In Sport,
Dianne Garner
Provincial Coordinator, Sport Development & Community Engagement
Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council
PO Box 499, 800 Wellington Ave | Chilliwack, BC | V2P 6H7
250.388.5522 ext. 228 | TF. 1.800.990.2432 | C. 604.798.4519
Website: www.isparc.ca