Powwow Coordinator Trainee

Powwow Coordinator Trainee

The “Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig - A Place for Healing Our Youth" – “Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying – Where Did We Come From?” is an Indigenous Youth Agency dedicated to providing programming and services to support Indigenous youth in North America. Our mission is to help them become responsible, participating citizens while leading their Indigenous communities.

Our Vision

At ENAGB, we are committed to empower Indigenous youth to become leaders in their communities. We believe in providing a supportive environment where youth can heal, grow, and lead their communities with strength, pride, and cultural integrity.

Position Summary

The Pow Wow Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of the ENAGB Pow Wow/Cultural Festival, scheduled for May 22–24, 2026, at Woodbine Park in Toronto. The coordinator will work closely with the Pow Wow Planning Committee, volunteers, vendors, performers, local Indigenous artists, sponsors, and community stakeholders to ensure the event runs smoothly and fulfills its mission of celebrating and preserving Indigenous culture. This is a key role in ensuring the Pow Wow becomes a highly successful and impactful event for both the local Indigenous community and visitors from across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage multiple tasks, schedules simultaneously using strong organizational skills.

• Ensuring a culturally safe, trauma-informed approach that is responsive to the diverse needs of Indigenous Community members.

• Work collaboratively with the Powwow Sub-Committee, Toronto Youth Council, and Board of Directors.

• Support in the management of the event logistics, securing permits, managing schedules, coordinating transportation, etc.

• Ensure confidentiality of privileged information.

• Work alongside and manage volunteers, vendors, artists, drummers and singers.

• Coordinate Teachings, Performances, and Ceremonies.

• Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns that will support the promotion of the Powwow.

• Identify and coordinate potential sponsors and partners, assist in securing funding and donations for the event.

• Able to manage event budgets, tracking expenses, and reporting financials.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with various stakeholders, community members, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers.

• Ability to navigate Microsoft Software’s, social media platforms, and other communication tools.

• Ability to work in an outdoor environment.

• Ability to oversee all aspects of the event setup, execution, and breakdown.

• Able to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.

• Ensure a team approach.

• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the ENAGB Indigenous Youth Agency

• Work flexible hours as related to job performance

• Other related duties to this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in event planning, festival coordination, or project management, ideally with experience in cultural events, community-based projects, or Indigenous initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Arts Administration, Indigenous Studies, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory).

• Experience in volunteer management and leading teams of volunteers during large-scale events.

• Active Participant within the powwow circuit, with extensive knowledge and understanding of ceremony protocol.

• Strong knowledge of Indigenous culture, traditions, and protocols, particularly Pow Wow traditions. Familiarity with Toronto’s Indigenous communities is an asset.

• Previous experience working with sponsors, vendors, and artists in the context of festivals or large public events is an asset.

• Must have extensive knowledge of First Nation, Metis, and Inuit communities.

• Candidates must be registered or eligible to register with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training

• Fluent in an Indigenous language and knowledge of Indigenous cultures is an asset.

• Adequate energy and ability to meet the physical, and mental demands of the position.

• Valid Driver's License is a definite asset.

• A positive, fun-loving attitude.

• Ability to work as a team and be self-motivated.

• Cleared Criminal Reference Check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSC) is mandatory.

Employment Details Salary: $30/per hour Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Position Type: Full-time, Contract Location: Toronto, ON

ENAGB Indigenous Youth Agency

Eshkiniigjik Naandwechigegamig, Aabiish Gaa Binjibaaying, A Place for Healing Our Youth, Where Did We Come From

Contract Duration: June 23, 2025 - May 29, 2026

Benefits

• Paid Sick Days

• Paid Cultural Days

• Paid Personal Days

• Medical and Life Insurance

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Ongoing professional development activities to support your growth and learning

Application Process

Please submit your Cover letter and Resume via email to:

Juhi Jaswani

Human Resources Manager Email: Jobs@enagb-iya.ca

Deadline: Two weeks depending on the Posting Date

Applications without cover letter will not be considered

Potential Candidates must be First Nations, Inuit or Metis and reside with the GTA

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all applicants. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.