Program Assistant, Legacy Schools Trainee

Location: Remote (main office based in Ontario)

Job Status: Full-time, 1-year contract

Compensation: $22 - $27/hour based on experience

Deadline to apply: February 17, 2026

Anticipated Start: April 1, 2026

The Opportunity

As part of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) team, the Program Assistant, Legacy Schools supports the Education Team. The Legacy Schools Program Assistant ensures timely, accurate and on-going coordination to ensure the achievement of goals regarding the implementation and growth of the Legacy Schools program.

As DWF continues to rapidly grow and expand, a willingness to be nimble, flexible, and accommodate ongoing change is necessary.

Additional Benefits

• Wellness days
• Time off during summer/winter holidays
• Remote and flexible work environment
• Potential for further advancement within the organization
• Diverse and inclusive work environment
• Professional development opportunities

Your Responsibilities

• Coordinate tracking of Legacy Schools throughout the country, including but not limited to social media, school outreach, and assisting in maintaining data on Salesforce
• Assist with ongoing data integrity, ensuring mailing information for all educators, organizations and Boards is kept up-to-date
• Assist in maintaining ongoing relationships with Legacy School educators
• Assist in representing DWF at conferences and events
• Assist with developing educator communications (emails, social posts, evaluation surveys) and answer questions, and requests for support
• Work closely with Education Resource Specialist, Associate, Education and Activation, Coordinator, Education and Marketing & Communications to ensure reconciliACTIONs and success stories are being shared on DWF social media, and curriculum and teaching tools, are continuously updated online
• Assist with year-end Legacy School survey disbursement and completion, monitoring data collection, and analysis
• Assist with resource management and integration into the HUB (Airtable/LMS)

Preferred Qualifications

We recognize the value of diverse educational experiences including cultural, academic, work, and lived experience. We encourage those who closely match the qualifications listed below to apply:

• Must be registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training (note: registration can be completed during the application/interview process)
• Post-secondary diploma/degree in administration or experience in an administrative position is considered an asset
• Discretionary skills to manage confidential information
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management skills with an ability to plan, define measurable objectives, outcomes and meet timelines
• Demonstrated understanding and experience working with Educators and Communities
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding and appreciation for Indigenous culture, traditions, and practices
• Experience with on-line teaching/learning methods and programs a definite asset
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (including Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint), internet, social media platforms, and general office equipment
• Current Police Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening is required
• Must possess laptop or desktop computer to work remote (from home) efficiently

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@downiewenjack.ca by February 17, 2026 at 11:59pm ET. Please clearly label email subject: Program Assistant, Legacy Schools – Confidential.

Please note, applicants must be First Nations, Inuit, or Métis and reside within the GTA. Candidates must be registered or eligible for registration with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.

The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. If you require accommodation to participate in the interview process, please let us know. Only those applicants who meet the qualifications will be contacted for an interview. To learn more about DWF, visit downiewenjack.ca.