Great Commission Foundation jobs in British Columbia

Date Posted: June 9th 2026

Position Title: Manager, Indigenous Initiatives

Location: Within British Columbia (Flexible/Hybrid- Occasional travel may be required to communities where YMCA BC operates.)

Term: Temporary, Full-Time (1.5-year contract potential of an extension or permanency)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $80,000-$85,000 annually

Reports To: Director, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB)

Benefits:

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Access to YMCA gym facilities at locations where we maintain physical sites + Y@Home
• Generous employer-matched pension plan**
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits**
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

**Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

YMCA BC acknowledges the harm and ongoing impacts of colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

We are committed to:

• Listening, learning, and reflecting upon the history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada, the legacy of colonization, and impact on Indigenous Peoples today.
• Remaining open to learning about and addressing any harms YBC may have caused or contributed to.
• Building new relationships with Indigenous communities, nourishing existing ones, and repairing any relationships impacted by colonial harms of the past and present.
• Reviewing our programs, spaces, policies, and practices to ensure they are culturally responsive and include Indigenous knowledge and teachings.
• Developing and implementing an action plan grounded in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Actions and informed by diverse Indigenous voices and perspectives.

Reporting to the Director, Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB), this role offers an exciting and meaningful opportunity to lead organization-wide work that advances Truth and Reconciliation within our workplaces and communities we serve.

The Manager, Indigenous Initiatives leads the implementation of the newly developed YMCA BC Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan, which is strongly supported by our Board and leadership and embedded in our strategic plan. In addition, this role provides guidance, brings together and supports internal working groups, helps plan and deliver events, and develops training and professional learning resources to build staff knowledge. The position also builds and maintains relationships with First Nations, Indigenous communities, and partner organizations in the communities we serve and, on the territories, where we work.

Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will:

• Report to and work closely with the Director, EDIB to advance organizational Truth and Reconciliation priorities.
• Provide centralized coordination, collaborative leadership, and guidance for the YMCA BC’s Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan, ensuring alignment, accountability, and progress across the organization.
• Coordinate and lead meaningful engagement with local First Nations, Indigenous communities, organizations, and partners, supporting respectful, reciprocal, and context‑appropriate relationships.
• Navigate complex and sensitive engagement contexts with care, applying thoughtful analysis, sound judgment, and consultation to support respectful outcomes and long‑term relationships.
• Develop and deliver organizational tools, resources, and frameworks that support learning, engagement, and the integration of reconciliation commitments into everyday practice.
• Lead and support internal working groups and organization‑wide events related to Truth and Reconciliation, such as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and the Moose Hide Campaign.
• Provide guidance and expertise to departments to integrate Truth and Reconciliation into policies, programs, and day-to-day practices.

Qualification-you bring:

• Lived experience as an Indigenous person to Canada (Inuit, Métis, and/or First Nations) and/or specialized professional experience supporting Truth and Reconciliation initiatives.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada and the ongoing impacts of colonialism, with an understanding of diverse worldviews, including Indigenous perspectives and Two-Eyed Seeing.
• Experience building and sustaining respectful, reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, businesses, and partners.
• Experience leading projects, facilitating working groups, and coordinating cross‑departmental or multi‑partner initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing learning resources, tools, frameworks, or guidelines to support organizational initiatives and change.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and work effectively both independently and within a team‑based environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including SharePoint, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide or obtain, prior to starting, a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) and Truth and Reconciliation (TR). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca

Application Process-ready to make a difference?

We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!

Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

Application Deadline: until position is filled

• Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.

You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.

• If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may need to provide preference to internal applicants first. We treat each competition independently and encourage you to keep applying should your experience and qualification be a match for the role.

Does this role sound like a great fit, but you don’t meet every requirement? At YMCA BC, we understand that qualifications and experiences vary. If this opportunity interests you, we encourage you to apply—even if your background doesn’t perfectly match every qualification.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.