Who We Are The BC Aboriginal Child Care Society (BCACCS) is a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous early learning and child care (IELCC). BCACCS undertakes research, develops training, and resources, and provides services and leadership to support Indigenous communities throughout BC to create high quality, culturally respectful, spiritually enriching community child care services that are based in the child’s culture, language, and history.
The Work This Role Carries
BCACCS is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of IELCC Facilitator Coordinator. Reporting to the IELCC Program Steward, this role provides leadership, guidance, mentorship and practice support to the Regional Community Facilitator team, supporting consistent, high-quality engagement with First Nations communities and the successful delivery of Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care (IELCC) initiatives across British Columbia.
Working closely with the IELCC Program Manager, the Facilitator Coordinator serves as the primary practice lead for the engagement team by providing coaching, technical guidance, and support to Facilitators. While providing day-to-day functional supervision, all formal human resources responsibilities remain with the Program Steward.
Key Contribution
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture and perform related duties as assigned.
- Collaborate with the Administrative Coordinator, Community Funding Project Manager, and BCACCS staff
.• Prepare briefing notes, reports, presentations, and planning materials.
- Provide constructive feedback and escalate formal performance concerns to the Program Steward.
- Coordinate onboarding, orientation, mentoring, and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Identify emerging practice issues and recommend improvements to the IELCC Program Steward.
- Support culturally respectful and community-centred engagement with First Nations communities.
- Coach staff through challenging,
emotionally sensitive, or conflict-related situations.
- Support Facilitators with funding inquiries, applications, reporting requirements, and project implementation.
- Promote consistent application of IELCC policies, funding guidelines, engagement practices, and service standards.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, coaching, and practice support to the Regional Community Facilitator team.
What you bring: Experience, Knowledge, and Ways of Being
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; grant management systems are an asset.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care and First Nations communities is an asset.
- Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge of IELCC programs.
- Excellent written communication including reports and briefing notes.
- Strong organization, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret policies and apply sound judgment.
- Experience with funding programs, applications, agreements, and reporting.
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
- Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to build respectful relationships with First Nations communities and partners.
- Experience providing leadership, mentorship, coaching, or functional supervision.
Additional Gifts and Strengths You May Bring
- Experience working with First Nations, Indigenous organizations, or Indigenous-led initiatives.
- Experience working within not-for-profit,
community-based, or values-driven organizations. How the role is practiced day-to-day
- Primarily remote (from a secure and private home office in BC) and travel-based, with the ability to attend occasional meetings or gatherings at the West Vancouver office as needed.
- Follows standard working hours of Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional extended hours.
- Holds a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle, with the ability to travel as needed.
- Carries out the role in alignment with BCACCS’ Code of Conduct, and is willing to complete a criminal record check to support a safe and trusted workplace.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to work alongside like-minded colleagues who are committed to making a meaningful difference and uplifting the lives of Indigenous people, particularly children and families.
- A kind, caring, and values-driven culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and shared purpose.
- Salary range: starting at $79,515.80 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Extended health advantages and a matched pension plan, available after a three-month introductory period. • Observation of Fourteen (14) statutory and other holidays.
- Paid sick days and personal days to support wellness and balance.
- Professional development opportunities to support growth and learning.
How to Share Your Interest
Those who feel drawn to this role and its purpose are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter describing how their experience and values align with our work to:
[email protected]
We thank all who apply. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal ancestry.
📌 IELCC Facilitator Coordinator (British Columbia)
🏢 BC Aboriginal Child Care Society
📍 British Columbia