EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position Title: Engagement & Communications Coordinator First Nations Advisory Committee on Safe Drinking Water (see – thefnac.ca)
Position Type: Contract
Location: Remote
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2025
Anticipated Start Date: July 21st, 2025

Position Overview:
The First Nations Advisory Committee on Safe Drinking Water (the “FNAC”) is seeking a creative and organized Engagement & Communications Coordinator to support communications, community
outreach, and marketing efforts. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Coordinator will lead and support communications strategies that raise awareness about water funding and infrastructure access across First Nations. This includes planning and promoting events, coordinating marketing materials, managing digital outreach, and ensuring all communications are culturally respectful and communitydriven. This position will be virtually based and open to applicants across Canada. Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants and those with direct experience working in First Nations.

Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and support culturally appropriate outreach to First Nations about water infrastructure funding, programs, and progress.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, administrators, and key contacts.
• Assist with preparation of presentations, submissions, and documentation for partners and leadership.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings; prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
• Support the organization and delivery of virtual and in-person events, meetings, and info sessions.
• Gather community feedback and assist in creating testimonials, stories, and case studies.
• Draft and share correspondence, updates, and reports related to water projects
• Maintain accurate contact records, calendars, and shared files.
• Develop and implement communications and marketing strategies to promote water infrastructure awareness.
• Create content for brochures, newsletters, email updates, and educational resources.
• Coordinate social media outreach, including drafting posts, designing visuals, and tracking engagement.
• Design and distribute physical and digital materials for campaigns (print mailouts, posters, social graphics, etc.).
• Help manage feedback loops (e.g., community surveys, event evaluations) to improve outreach success.

Compensation
Compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Applicants with a strong track record and relevant expertise can expect a salary aligned with their professional background and the demands of the role. Regional cost-of-living differences will also be considered to ensure fair and competitive pay relative to the candidate’s place of residence.

Additional Information:
If you are passionate about directly supporting First Nation and are motivated, collaborative, innovative, and possess excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply for this position.