Position Title: Education & Training Support Coordinator
Department: Education & Training
Reports To: Manager, Education &
Training
Location: Inuvik, Semmler Office
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Closing Date: November 30, 2026
PURPOSE
Reporting to the Manager of Education & Training, the Education & Training Support Coordinator supports the priorities, strategies, and initiatives of the Gwich’in Tribal Council (GTC) by providing wellness and administrative support to post-secondary students, high school students, and adult learners. This role facilitates the Gwich’in Student Wellness Program, coordinates outreach and resource development, and supports education and training program administration. The Coordinator also collaborates with institutions and communities to promote culturally relevant wellness supports, and ensures effective case management and data tracking.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate the Gwich’in Student Wellness
Program, supporting individuals and groups of Gwich’in students pursuing
post-secondary education or training.
- Provide culturally relevant information
on wellness supports, accommodations, and resources through presentations,
workshops, and materials.
- Support individuals and families in
understanding and valuing their unique wellness needs during educational
programming.
- Collaborate with post-secondary
institutions across the NWT and Canada to identify and promote student
wellness resources.
- Coordinate onsite visits to
post-secondary institutions and develop resource networks.
- Participate in career fairs, school
orientations, and information sessions.
- Compile and organize Participant
applications, verify eligibility, and communicate available training
subsidies.
- Maintain confidential records and ensure
secure information systems.
- Use a team-based approach to connect
clients with appropriate resources, especially during times of crisis or
trauma.
- Act as a referral agent and advocate for
culturally sensitive services.
- Engage in community partnerships to
promote student wellness.
- Research and recommend promising
practices aligned with Indigenous learning and Gwich’in values.
- Support development and implementation of
student wellness tools and resources.
- Maintain comprehensive filing systems and
enter client data into the database.
- Willingness to travel, including by small
planes and ice roads.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma in Business Administration,
Career Development, Education, Social Science, or a related field.
- Experience in career development or
related areas is an asset. Equivalent combinations of education and
experience will be considered.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote), email, database applications, and
internet use.
- Strong awareness of cultural diversity
and Northern Indigenous values and practices.
- Understanding of Indigenous Land Claims
and Governance structures, including the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim
Agreement.
- Highly sensitive position – requires
identity verification and criminal records check
In accordance with Section 16(1)
of the Canadian Human Rights Act and our obligations under the Gwich’in
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement (GCLCA), preference will be given to
qualified GCLCA Participants and Indigenous applicants. We encourage applicants
to self-identify in their application if they wish to be considered under this
preference