Position Type: Part-time Independent Contractor
Program: IndigiTECH Mentorship Program
Start Date: November 9, 2026
Commitment: 4 hours per week
Wage: 30 CAD per hour
Reports To: Curricular Lead & Program Manager
About Indigenous Friends Association (IFA)
The Indigenous Friends Association (IFA) is a dynamic and innovative not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering Indigenous communities through the integration of technology, education, and cultural preservation. Established with a vision to bridge the digital divide and foster digital literacy among Indigenous peoples, IFA has rapidly grown into a leading force in advocating for digital inclusion and cultural resilience.
At its core, IFA is committed to creating and nurturing spaces where Indigenous knowledge, languages, and traditions are celebrated and interwoven with modern technological advancements. This unique approach not only enhances access to digital tools and resources but also ensures that these advancements are aligned with the values and needs of Indigenous communities.
IFA's work encompasses a wide range of programs and initiatives, each designed to address specific challenges faced by Indigenous peoples in the digital era. From the IndigiTECH and IndigiTAL programs, which focus on equipping Indigenous youth with critical tech skills and digital literacy, to the development of culturally relevant educational content, IFA is at the forefront of creating meaningful and sustainable change.
The organization's commitment to research and advocacy further strengthens its impact, with initiatives aimed at promoting Indigenous data sovereignty and environmental stewardship.
Working at IFA means being part of a passionate team that values collaboration, innovation, and respect for cultural diversity. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, contributing to a rich tapestry of perspectives and experiences that drive the organization's mission forward.
About the Opportunity:
IndigiTECH is seeking a skilled and creative Digital Artist to join our program as an Independent Digital Artist. The successful candidate will facilitate engaging, hands on digital art sessions, support participants in developing their artistic and technical skills and contribute to a positive and collaborative online learning environment.
Working closely with the Curricular Lead, Pam, the Digital Art Facilitator will help deliver the program curriculum, guide participants through digital art activities, and ensure that sessions align with the program’s learning objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Session Facilitation: Lead one live digital art session per week, lasting two hours, providing instruction, demonstrations, and guidance to participants.
- Digital Art Instruction: Teach and support participants in using Krita and digital drawing tablets or art pads to develop their digital art skills.
- Lesson Planning and Assessment: Dedicate an additional two hours per week to session preparation, reviewing participant work, marking or providing feedback, and planning upcoming activities.
- Online Learning Platforms: Effectively navigate and use Zoom and Google Classroom to facilitate sessions, share resources, communicate with participants, and manage learning activities.
- Curriculum Coordination: Work collaboratively with Pam, the Curricular Lead, to ensure lessons are delivered according to the established curriculum and program objectives.
- Reporting and Communication: Provide regular updates on session delivery, participant progress, completed activities, and any challenges or support needs.
- Participant Engagement: Foster an inclusive, supportive, and creative learning environment that encourages experimentation, skill development, and artistic expression.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Applicants must have:
- Demonstrated experience creating digital art using Krita.
- Experience using a digital drawing tablet or digital art pad.
- The ability to plan and lead engaging, structured learning sessions.
- Functional knowledge of Zoom and Google Classroom.
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively with the Curricular Lead and follow program curriculum guidelines.
- The ability to provide constructive feedback and maintain appropriate records of participant progress.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience facilitating workshops, mentorship sessions, or educational programming.
- Experience working with youth or emerging digital artists.
- Familiarity with curriculum-based instruction and online learning environments.
- Experience assessing creative projects and providing developmental feedback.
Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit) candidates are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to self-identify in their covering letter.
Diversity Statement
IFA embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
Accessibility Statement
IFA strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our vision and mission.
IFA is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact HR Manager at hr@indigenousfriends.org.
Data Privacy Statement
The Indigenous Friends Association (IFA) is committed to protecting your privacy and managing personal information in a manner that is respectful, secure, transparent, and consistent with our organizational values of respect, reciprocity, accountability, and relational responsibility.
As an Indigenous-led organization, IFA recognizes the importance of Indigenous data sovereignty and is committed to the respectful stewardship of information relating to Indigenous Peoples, communities, and participants. We strive to ensure that personal information is collected, used, retained, shared, and disposed of in ways that honour Indigenous values while complying with applicable Canadian privacy legislation.
The personal information you provide through this application will be collected solely for the purpose of administering the recruitment and selection process for the Mentorship Coordinator position. This may include your name, contact information, employment and educational history, certifications, professional qualifications, references, and any other information you voluntarily provide in support of your application.
Your personal information will be used only to:
- Assess your qualifications and suitability for employment;
- Communicate with you throughout the recruitment process;
- Verify information you have provided, including reference and background checks where applicable and with your consent where required;
- Meet legal, regulatory, and organizational obligations related to recruitment and employment.
Access to your personal information is limited to authorized employees, hiring managers, interview panel members, Human Resources personnel, and trusted service providers who require the information to carry out the recruitment process. Your information will not be sold or disclosed to third parties except where required or authorized by law.
IFA manages personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), applicable Ontario privacy requirements, and recognized privacy best practices. Appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are maintained to protect personal information against unauthorized access, collection, use, disclosure, modification, or loss.
Information collected during the recruitment process will be retained only for as long as necessary to complete the hiring process, comply with legal and operational record retention requirements, and address any recruitment-related matters. Once no longer required, personal information will be securely destroyed or permanently anonymized in accordance with IFA’s records management and privacy practices.
Applicants requiring accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to advise IFA. Accommodation requests will be managed confidentially in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, and information relating to accommodation will be used solely for that purpose.
By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Statement and consent to the collection, use, retention, and disclosure of your personal information for the purposes described above.
For questions regarding this Privacy Statement or the handling of your personal information, please contact: hr@indigenousfriends.org.
Thank you for your interest in a career at INDIGENOUS FRIENDS ASSOCIATION!
