Title: National Coordinator, Indigenous Engagement

Reports to: National Director, Reconciliation, Antiracism & Equity

Salary Range: Hiring range $52,000 - $59,000 annually commensurate with experience and skills

Position type: Full-Time

Location: Toronto/GTA – Hybrid Flexible

Open: October 20, 2026

Closing: November 3, 2026

Expected start date: January 12, 2026

Vacancy Status: We are actively hiring to fill 1 current vacancy for this role.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people, promoting social justice, and creating positive change in communities across Canada? YWCA Canada is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as our National Coordinator, Indigenous Engagement.

As a position designated for an Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) person, this role supports Indigenous engagement, Indigenous-specific spaces, and relationship-building efforts across the YWCA movement.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside Member Associations, the Indigenous Circle, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community partners in advancing YWCA Canada's reconciliation commitments.

ABOUT US

YWCA Canada is the country’s oldest and largest gender equity organization.

Since 1873, we have been a national leader in advocating for the rights of women and girls. A secular, registered charity, we drive systemic change through powerful advocacy, collaboration, and programs that address urgent needs and advance long-term gender equity.

- largest provider of gender-based violence shelters
- largest provider of employment and counseling programs for women
- second-largest childcare operator in Canada





As part of a national andinternational movement, the YWCA is a turning point in the lives of 25 million women, girls and gender diverse people worldwide. We welcome women and gender diverse people of all faiths, sexual orientations, races, cultural affiliations and creeds.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the National Director, Reconciliation, Anti-Racism and Equity, the National Coordinator, Indigenous Engagement coordinates Indigenous engagement activities, national gatherings, Indigenous Circle activities, learning opportunities, and committee support.

Working closely with Member Associations, Indigenous contributors, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous partners, and internal teams, the Coordinator organizes meetings and events, coordinates logistics, prepares materials, gathers feedback, and supports meaningful engagement activities across the YWCA movement.

This position, designated for an Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) person, is an key part of YWCA Canada's ongoing commitment to reconciliation and strengthening Indigenous leadership, engagement, and representation within the movement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Indigenous Engagement and Committee Support

- Provide secretariat and coordination support to committees and engagement spaces, including scheduling, preparing materials,



documenting discussions and tracking follow-up actions.
- Support the National Director’s engagement with Member Associations, Indigenous partners and provincial and territorial organizations by coordinating communications, meetings, materials and follow-up.
- Coordinate opportunities for Member Associations to share local knowledge, experiences and progress related to reconciliation, antiracism and equity commitments.
- Maintain organized records of engagement activities, commitments and follow-up actions.

Events and Indigenous-Led Contributions

- Coordinate national gatherings, learning opportunities, National Days activities and other reconciliation-focused initiatives.
- Coordinate event logistics, including timelines, registration, communications, speakers, travel, materials, technology and event-day support.
- Coordinate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, speakers and other Indigenous contributors regarding scheduling, honoraria, contracts, accessibility and participation requirements.
- Support the inclusion of Indigenous languages, teachings, perspectives and cultural elements under the direction of appropriate Indigenous contributors and knowledge holders.
- Follow guidance from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous partners or designated advisors regarding cultural protocols and appropriate practices.

Learning, Feedback and Reporting

- Gather feedback from participants and Member Associations following engagement activities and initiatives.
- Compile feedback, identify recurring themes and prepare activity reports, presentations and internal updates for the National Director

📌 National Coordinator, Indigenous Engagement (Toronto)
🏢 YWCA
📍 Toronto