Overview
Elder’s Coordinator
Who We Are
Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.
Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.
About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Membership Services Manager, the Elders Coordinator is responsible for organizing and facilitating Elders’ meetings, events, and program activities, providing travel assistance as required, and for administering the Elder’s Emergency Housing Repair Program (“EEHR”). This job includes occasional physical movements to assist elders in travel and out on the land excursions.
Want to know more? You will…
• Organize at least 6 annual social and/or educational event for the Elders
• Organize and facilitates the monthly Elders’ meeting including agenda and action items for monthly meetings
• Provide Elders with transportation to meetings and outings as requested
• Administer records management of financial files, Elder budgets and reports
• Arrange the registration, bookings, and travel requirements for out-of-town events
• Create program activities that includes cultural, leisure and wellness activities
• Assist Elders with the application for the EEHR program
• Assist the Elders Chair person in preparing the annual report to Chief & Council
Must Haves:
• Administrative Assistant Certificate or Office Assistant Certificate
• Minimum of two (2) years’ administration experience
• First Aid Level 1 or Emergency First Aid-Community Care required
• Valid BC driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract and access to reliable transportation is required;
• Acceptable Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search required
Perks of Working at WFN:
• Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
• Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
• Municipal Pension Plan membership
• Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development
Minimum starting salary for this position $44,528
Application Details:
To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website at https://www.wfn.ca.
All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.
This opportunity will close at midnight on Sunday, February 11, 2024.
