ILI Program Coordinator

Job Information
Job Title: ILI Program Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 86574
Ministry: Indigenous Relations
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: August 18th, 2026
Classification: Program Services 2
Salary: $2,562.61 to $3,361.54 bi-weekly ($66,884,12 - $87,736.20/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Ministry of Indigenous Relations serves as a central point for the Government of Alberta to foster and maintain respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples, communities, and organizations. The Ministry is responsible for delivering the Indigenous Learning Initiative (ILI), which was created in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #57, to provide education to public servants on Indigenous histories, including the history and legacy of residential schools, treaties and Aboriginal rights. Through the ILI, the ministry offers two cultural awareness courses: Indigenous Introductory Training and Indigenous Cultural Protocol training. These programs support reconciliation by educating employees of the Alberta Public Service and agencies, boards and commissions so they can better understand, engage and work with First Nations, Métis and Inuit in Alberta.

For more information on the work of our Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/indigenous-relations.aspx

Role Responsibilities

The ILI is aligned to the Ministry's mandate and core mission to provide expert advice, guidance and specialized knowledge to other government ministries which ensures the inclusion of an Indigenous perspective and lens in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, programs and initiatives that support positive engagement with Indigenous communities.
The ILI Program Coordinator will:

• Oversee all administrative functions and coordinate the logistics of ILI's courses, gathering all necessary information for course delivery: registration, class confirmations, booking rooms, catering, sending calendar invitations to facilitators, participants and Elders.
• Support the administration of assigned courses and other learning activities to ensure GoA employees have access to the courses offered under ILI.
• Provide up-to-date information to participants, facilitators, and Elders about course and enrollment status.
• Develop and maintain ILI training aids related to administrative processes in 1GX.
• Maintain ILI training schedule - engage with facilitators and Elders to develop yearly training schedules approved by the Manager.
• Assist with virtual training platforms for ILI, responding to new and emerging technological issues.
• Data entry/registration management/reporting - enters course and registration data into the IGX Learning Management System (LMS).
• Update ILI training materials, resources in the ILI/Facilitator Share Point.
• Assist in the analysis and development of a yearly "ILI Evaluation Report" provided to ILI ministry partners.
• Provide course information and customer service to Government of Alberta employees, responding to general inquiries and addressing issues.
• Provide support to facilitators as necessary and support Elders in a culturally appropriate way.
• Integrate organizational skills and ability to manage complex time-sensitive tasks.
• Work independently in a multi-tasking environment.
• Use excellent customer service skills, communication skills, written and verbal.

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Systems Thinking: Demonstrates strategic thinking by taking a long-term view of organizational goals, anticipating impacts, and collaborating with stakeholders to align solutions with APS values.
Creative Problem Solving: Applies innovative problem-solving by identifying root causes, improving processes, leveraging available resources, and engaging others to generate solutions while managing risks.
Drive for Results: Takes accountability for outcomes, monitors performance, and delivers results aligned with APS priorities.
Develop Networks: Builds and maintains strong stakeholder relationships by seeking diverse perspectives, engaging others in change initiatives, and fostering collaboration to achieve long-term goals.
Build Collaborative Environments: Fosters collaboration across teams, addresses challenges proactively, and recognizes the contributions of others.

Qualifications

A University degree in a related field (Indigenous Studies, Public Policy, Political Science, Sociology, etc.) no experience required; or equivalent as described below.
Equivalency:

Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or

• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Required experience:

• Experience with program coordination and reporting

Assets:

• Knowledge and/or experience of the Indigenous Learning Initiative program and processes
• Knowledge and/or experience using interpersonal skills with ability to engage and build positive relationships with diverse Elders, facilitators and organizations.
• Related experience in technologies, evaluation and delivery mechanisms.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Hours of Work:

• 8:15 am to 4:30 pm
• 36.25 hours per week (full-time) Monday to Friday.

Term of Employment:

• Permanent

Location:

• Edmonton, Alberta

Cover letter is Mandatory.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please see Job Application Resources for information.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliot at [email protected].