Youth & Elders Gathering Coordinator
Posted 6 days ago
Employer:
Michipicoten First Nation
Location:
Michipicoten First Nation | Wawa, ON
Job Type:
Temporary Full Time
Industry:
Administration, Project Management
Job Description
Michipicoten First Nation is seeking a temporary, full-time Youth & Elders Gathering Coordinator to support the planning and delivery of the 2026 Youth & Elders (Y&E) Gathering, scheduled for August 4–7, 2026.
This position reports to the Manager of Culture, Language & Education and works closely with an established Gathering Committee. Past Gatherings have welcomed approximately 400 participants. This role is well supported. The Coordinator will receive guidance, templates, and direction from the Committee and MFN staff throughout the planning and delivery of the event. Primary participants of the Gathering include MFN Members, their families, staff, and invited guests. The anticipated term is April 2026 to September 25, 2026. This position may be based out of Michipicoten First Nation or Wawa, ON.
Primary responsibilities
Event Planning & Coordination: Supporting the Committee in organizing sessions, workshops, activities, entertainment, and event logistics.
Administration: Providing support to the committee by tracking action items, timelines, documenting committee meetings and decisions, creating forms and communications to stakeholders.
Budget Support: Working collaboratively with the department manager to ensure purchases are planned, tracked, and remain within the established budget.
Community, Vendor & Facilitator Engagement: Communicating with community members, Elders, youth, volunteers, facilitators, caterers, and vendors.
Event Delivery: Assisting with on-site coordination during the Gathering, including set-up, take-down, and troubleshooting.
Post-Event Wrap-Up: Supporting feedback collection and completing a final summary and evaluation report.
Required Skills & Role
Qualifications
Michipicoten First Nation recognizes that skills and experience are developed in many ways. Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all the qualifications listed below.
You may be a good fit for this role if you have:
Experience helping organize community events, gatherings, programs, or activities
Strong organizational and communication skills
Comfort working with community members, volunteers, and service providers
Proficient computer skills (email, Word, Excel) Assets (but not required)
Post-secondary education or related training
Experience working with a First Nation or Indigenous community
Event coordination or project planning experience
Other
Must possess a valid driver’s license and own vehicle
Able to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract (if position offered)
Able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (if position offered)
How to Apply
Term: Temporary, Full-Time
Wage: $32.00/hr
Please submit your cover letter and resume as one document to hr@michipicoten.com with the position title in the subject line by April 15, 2026. Michipicoten Members and Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-identify.
Company Information
Michipicoten First Nation (MFN) is a vibrant community located near Wawa, ON and approximately 225 km from Sault Ste. Marie, ON. With approximately 1,558 Members dispersed around the globe, building on socio-economic independence and with a strong sense of community and cultural identity, Michipicoten First Nation strives to maintain harmony and balance with Mother Earth, neighbouring First Nations and surrounding communities. www.michipicoten.com