Save the Children Canada (SCC) is a member of Save the Children International, a federation that works in more than 119 countries worldwide delivering programs focused on health and nutrition, education, child protection, child poverty, humanitarian response, and child rights governance. As the world’s leading independent organization for children, Save the Children’s vision is a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. We recognize that not all children’s rights are equally realized in Canada, and those most deprived of their rights are First Nations, Metis, and Inuit children. The National Reconciliation Program (NRP) at SCC was founded to address Indigenous child inequality and discrimination. Guided by the Wi-Mino-Kisikat Relationship Framework (Wi-Mino-Kisikat means “it is going to be a good day – a new beginning” in the Saulteaux language. The framework was named by Raymond Shingoose), the (NRP) seeks to contribute to Truth and Reconciliation efforts in Canada by working in close partnership with Indigenous organizations.

The Impact You will Make:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, National Reconciliation Program, as Senior Partnership Coordinator, you will be an integral part of projects that contribute to supporting our mission of contributing to a reconciled Canada. In this role, you will work closely with Indigenous organization through various methods of collaboration, differing per each community and organization’s unique mission and mandate, to support a diverse range of projects designed to uphold and protect Indigenous & Child rights. The position will also provide expertise within SCC, helping to reshape and shift the organization towards one that prioritizes localization and decolonization in all aspects of programming.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Relationship Management

• Maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders within partner organizations.
• Support partners in the deliver of programs and non-cash gifts, ensuring alignment with proposals, NRP and community values and community priorities.
• Work with partners to collect data and narratives to support the production of high quality updates to stakeholders.
• Uphold and integrate the principles of Relationship Framework, UNDRIP and the TRC with all stakeholders both internally and externally.

Award Management Support

• Alongside the Partnership Manager(s), support the implementation of awards and non-cash gifts through providing reporting, administrative and communications support.
• Support the development of key project documentation including, but not limited to contracts and agreements, project charters, MEAL documentation and close-out reports.
• Support implementation of quality programs through the development of project management such as work plans and detailed implementation plans.
• Support partners in the development of tools and collection of project data to ensure project impact can be measured in line with both donor requirements and community priorities.
• Ensure award and project activity is documented and maintained within STC systems including AMS, PRIME and SharePoint.
• Uphold and integrate the principles, values and actions of the Relationship Framework, UNDRIP and TRC with all stakeholders both internally and externally.

NRP Research and Development

• Support the continual improvement and development of NRP systems and processes.

Qualifications (include but are not limited to):

• Minimum 3-5 year progressive work experience in NGO sector in Canada with a focus on Indigenous children and families.
• Bachelor degree in Social Sciences or Indigenous issues is preferred though not required.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are critical.
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain and organize accurate records within multiple systems.
• Knowledge of the current political, socio-economic and historic context of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
• Strong English writing skills; proficiency in an Indigenous language considered an asset.
• Ability to travel to remote locations on an occasional basis.

WHAT WE OFFER

This position salary range between $58,802 to $74,562  depending on skills and experience. In addition to this, our employees will have the following package of additional benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package for you and your dependents available in three months after employment.
• Hybrid workplace, and flexible work hours to support employee wellbeing and productivity
• Coordinated benefits for your partner paid by Save the Children Canada.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program services available to you and your dependents from your first day of employment
• 3 weeks of annual leave
• In addition to annual leave, we offer a December 24 – January 1 office closure (SAVE Days) so we can all recharge simultaneously
• Paid 5- personal days
• Paid 1- float day
• Paid 10-day-sick leave
• Parental leave top-up
• Employer contributions to group pension plan
• Learning and development opportunities and specialized training

Applications will be reviewed on ongoing basis. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SCC is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources (416) 221-5501.