Literacy Coordinator

Job Number #

28295

Employer

Coastal Family Resource Coalition

Job Location(s)

Tofino

Ucluelet

Number of Positions

1

Date Posted

Sep 19, 2023

Apply By

Oct 03, 2023

Schedule

Part Time

Hours

7.5 hours/week(7.5 hour day)

Wage

$35.10-$37.10 hourly

NOC Code

4212

Source

Employer

Details

Job Purpose

With funding from Decoda Literacy Solutions, the Literacy Coordinator supports the Coastal Family Resource Coalition’s implementation of the Dual Language Literacy Plan.

All activities will reflect the unique strengths of the west coast communities and will be grounded in culture, respect, and collaborative practices. The employee will also be responsible for meeting the requirements of the funder, Decoda Literacy Solutions. Communities to be served are Hot Springs, Ahousaht, Opitsaht, Tofino, Ty-histanis, Esowista, Hitacu, Macoah, and Ucluelet.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains a Language Network to identify regional literacy priorities and work collaboratively to support activities in alignment with the Dual Language literacy plan (hereafter referred to as the literacy plan).
Delivers the Nuu-chah-nulth Language Grants program administered by the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust.
Builds community awareness around Nuu-chah-nulth and English literacy and language development.
Advocates for the development of all aspects of literacy (numeracy, physical literacy etc.) in both Nuu-chah-nulth and English, in all West Coast communities.
Builds relationships with the participating communities to support communities to deliver and sustain local literacy initiatives.
Works with partners in all West Coast communities to move forward the literacy plan initiatives.
Promotes the various literacy days and events throughout the year (Raise-a-Reader, Family Literacy Day, and National Indigenous Peoples Day).
Attends and participates in relevant community meetings throughout the region.
Contributes to funding proposals to support literacy activities and initiatives throughout the region.
Provides reporting on activities and finances to Decoda Literacy Solutions and other funders when required.
Creates quarterly work plans with the Community Developer to align CFRC network priorities and activities.
Provides monthly reports/up-dates at the Coastal Family Resource Coalition meetings and supports meeting facilitation as required.

Qualifications

Working Conditions

7.5 hour workday/ 1day/week
Valid Class 5 Driver’s license and access to vehicle required to travel to occasional meetings, events, and presentations across the Biosphere region.
Ability to work on a flexible schedule(evenings and weekends), may be required to attend events and meetings during evenings or weekend.

Physical and Mental Requirements

The position will require long hours sitting in front of computer screen.
The position will require travel by small boat and float plane to remote communities.

Direct Reports

Reports to the CFRC Community Developer and the CFRC Executive Committee.

Qualifications (subject to modifications dependent on staff compliment and/or operational requirements)

Education Nuu-chah-nulth language study and/or education degree preference.

Experience

Significant experience working in a cross-cultural and rural-remote setting (preferred).

Experience in program and network development.

Knowledge

Knowledge of conservation and sustainable development.

Knowledge of Nuu-chah-nulth communities and priorities in the Biosphere Region.

Knowledge of government programs and initiatives in the Biosphere Region (preferred).

Knowledge and understanding of the ongoing impacts of colonization in the region.

Skills / Abilities Strong listening, public speaking, media relations, facilitation, and networking skills.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to use the Nuu-chah-nulth alphabet.

Ability to connect resources with regional needs and priorities.

Ability to work through conflict and diversity of thought.

Ability to work in collaboration with multiple partners.

Ability to create and cultivate relationships and partnerships.

Personal Suitability

Flexibility, Empathy, Resilience, Integrity, Compassion, Good Judgement, Creativity, Teamwork, Open-mindedness.

Values

Communication, Learning, Respect, Joy, Community, Relationships

How to Apply

Apply to coordinator@coastalcoalition.ca