Position Summary

Workforce Warriors Inc. is a national Indigenous not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing Indigenous participation in Canada's workforce through employment, training, mentorship, and meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities, industry, and educational institutions.

The Workforce Development Coordinator / Finance Assistant will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Workforce Warriors' employment and training initiatives. The position focuses primarily on coordinating workforce development activities, supporting Indigenous participants and employers, maintaining program records, and contributing to successful employment outcomes.

The position also includes basic financial and administrative responsibilities to support the organization's day-to-day operations and funded programs.

The successful candidate will be organized, resourceful, personable, and comfortable working with diverse stakeholders while managing multiple projects and priorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Workforce Development and Program Coordination

- Assist with the coordination and delivery of Indigenous employment, training, and workforce development initiatives mainly in British Columbia but also across Canada.
- Support participant recruitment, intake, registration, onboarding, and ongoing engagement.
- Work directly with Indigenous participants to identify employment interests, training needs, and potential barriers to employment.
- Assist in connecting qualified candidates with employers, training providers, and employment opportunities.
- Maintain regular communication with participants and employers throughout training and employment placements.
- Monitor participant progress, employment outcomes, and retention milestones.
- Coordinate approved participant supports, including transportation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other employment-related needs.
- Assist with organizing training sessions, workshops, information sessions, and employment-related events.
- Support the development and implementation of new workforce development initiatives.
- Help identify challenges affecting participant success and work collaboratively to identify practical solutions.

2. Employer and Community Engagement

- Build and maintain positive working relationships with employers, Indigenous communities, training institutions, and industry partners.
- Assist employers with understanding program requirements, participant eligibility, and employment placement processes.




- Coordinate communication between participants, employers, and Workforce Warriors program staff.
- Support employer recruitment efforts and the identification of new employment and training opportunities.
- Assist with coordinating meetings, presentations, community engagement activities, and partnership initiatives.
- Promote culturally respectful approaches to Indigenous recruitment, employment, and retention.
- Contribute to the development of long-term relationships that support sustainable Indigenous employment.

3. Program Administration and Reporting

- Maintain accurate participant files, employer records, and program documentation.
- Update databases and spreadsheets to track training participation, employment placements, and retention outcomes.
- Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and final program reports for funding partners.
- Track program activities, deliverables, and timelines to ensure commitments are met.
- Collect participant and employer feedback to support program evaluation and improvement.
- Prepare correspondence, briefing notes, meeting materials, and other program documents.
- Assist with preparing funding proposals, program summaries, and presentations.
- Ensure participant and employer information is handled confidentially and stored appropriately.

4. Financial and General Administrative Support

- Assist with basic bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping.
- Organize invoices, receipts, expense claims, and other financial documentation.
- Maintain spreadsheets to assist with tracking project expenses and approved budgets.
- Support the preparation of reimbursement requests and collection of supporting documentation.
- Assist with invoice preparation, payment tracking, and routine administrative financial tasks.
- Provide general administrative and financial assistance to the Executive Director and Manager of Finance and programs as required.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

- Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.




- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

- Experience in workforce development, employment services, program coordination, community development, or administration.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations, or participants.
- Experience supporting employment and training programs or government-funded initiatives.
- Experience maintaining databases, coordinating activities, and preparing reports.
- Basic experience with financial administration or bookkeeping.

Required Skills and Competencies

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to establish positive relationships with participants, employers, and community partners.
- Robust computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to maintain accurate records, databases, and program tracking systems.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prepare professional correspondence and reports.
- Basic understanding of financial recordkeeping and expense tracking.
- Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.
- Cultural awareness and a commitment to supporting Indigenous employment and economic participation.
- Adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn.

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate will be:

- People-oriented: Enjoys working with participants, employers, and community partners.
- Highly organized: Able to coordinate multiple activities while maintaining accurate records.
- Proactive: Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and follows through on commitments.
- Compassionate and supportive: Understands that participants may face barriers to employment and approaches challenges with empathy and respect.
- Detail-oriented: Ensures program documentation, reporting, and administrative tasks are completed accurately.
- Flexible: Comfortable working in a small organization where priorities and responsibilities may evolve.
- Committed: Demonstrates a genuine interest in Indigenous workforce development and sustainable employment outcomes.

Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

- Do you self identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit, Metis)

Work Location: Remote

📌 Indigenous Workforce Development Coordinator/Finance Assistant (British Columbia)
🏢 Workforce Warriors
📍 British Columbia