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According to the 2021 census, there are almost 250,000 Indigenous (First Nations, Red River Metis, and Inuit) people living in Manitoba, with over half living outside of Winnipeg.
The Manitoba Aboriginal Sports & Recreation Council plays a vital role in our community by offering a wide range of opportunities, including sports and recreation development, mentorship, and various other programs, catering to individuals of all levels.
Whether you're an athlete, coach, official, volunteer, or looking for employment, there are many different ways for you to get involved.
Are you a member of the Manitoba Aboriginal Sports & Recreation Council? Apply today by clicking here!
Careers
Lead the way in advancing sports and recreation development within Indigenous communities. Consider joining our team if you're dedicated to fostering social change, creating grassroots programs, and engaging with Indigenous communities throughout our province. We currently have several open positions available.
Sport for Social Development Recreation Coordinator (SSD)
Application Deadline: September 8, 2023
This position will stay open until a suitable candidate is selected and will start as soon as possible.
Position Description:
Reporting to the SSD Manager, the SSD Recreation Coordinator will implement sports and recreation programs tailored for Indigenous residents in Manitoba. The SSD program's objective is to collaboratively enhance employability, education, and health among community members while reducing at-risk behaviour through sports and recreation. The Coordinator will lead and manage programs aligned with these objectives and provide guidance and training to community members to enable them to independently organize their own sports and recreation initiatives.
Recreation Coordinator Responsibilities:
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Work with communities to develop programs, leagues, and services for youth, including training and supporting community leaders in the delivery of programs, as well as ensuring communities have equipment to run desired programs.
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Assist communities in developing promotional materials and marketing strategies for their programs.
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Assist in the creation of a standardized year-round sports and recreation schedule for activities and events, which is culturally relevant to a communities' season and ways of life.
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Train and support community leaders in the delivery of programs.
- Identify barriers preventing youth participation in programs and coordinating with the community to eliminate them.
Qualifications:
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Valid class 5 driver's license.
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A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector.
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Have a high school diploma or GED. Any additional education will be considered an asset.
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Have knowledge and experience with rural & remote Indigenous communities in Manitoba.
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Must be willing to travel up to bi-weekly around Manitoba by driving or flying (overnight
stays are to be expected).
- Experience in conducting workshops and presentations is considered an asset.
The Recreation Coordinator position is full-time and includes benefits and pension. Starting salary is $38,000 but can be negotiated based on experience. Hours are variable, with some in-office work during weekdays, as well as some evenings and weekends, for a total of 35 hours per week.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to mel.whitesell@masrc.com.
Qualified applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Red River Metis) will be given preference. We appreciate all applications, but we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.
Administrative Assistant
Application Deadline: September 15, 2023
This position will stay open until a suitable candidate is selected and will start as soon as possible.
Position Description:
This administrative role entails maintaining, monitoring, and sustaining the systems, protocols, and platforms essential for the daily operations of the MASRC. Their primary duty is to guarantee the smooth functioning of the MASRC on a daily basis.
Administrative Responsibilities:
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Assess and respond to staff's administrative needs.
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Manage MASRC memberships.
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Oversee the processes, tracking tools, and manuals of all MASRC platforms (Asana, Zoom, and Microsoft Software including Sharepoint, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, and Forms).
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Onboard all new staff.
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Coordinate and book meetings.
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Support the Executive Director as needed (i.e., written communication).
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Synthesize program metrics into reports to be given to the Executive Director, the SSD Supervisor, and the Director of Special Projects.
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Assess and triage IT problems, solving minor issues in-office.
The ideal candidate will:
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A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector.
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Have a high school diploma or GED. Any additional education will be considered an asset.
- Have experience in conducting workshops and presentations.
The Administrative Assistant position is full-time and includes benefits and pension. Starting salary is $38,000 but can be negotiated based on experience. Hours are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00AM to 4:30PM, and may include some weekends and evenings for a total of 35 hours per week.
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to mel.whitesell@masrc.com.
Qualified applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Red River Metis) will be given preference. We appreciate all applications, but we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.
Volunteer
Coaching Opportunities
North End Hockey
Head & Assistant Coaches Needed!
North End Hockey is currently searching for assistant and head coaches for our 7U-15U teams! North End Hockey is a part of the Seven Oaks Minor Hockey - SOMHA, and the teams compete at the A3 level.
Supported by Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, the MASRC Equipment Warehouse Program, and Sport Canada, the program provides youth living within these core areas the opportunity to learn and play organized hockey in a safe and inclusive environment.
Interested in coaching? Click below to complete our coaching interest form.
NEHP Coaching Interest Form 2023-24 Season
For more information, contact Quinton, program coordinator, by phone at 204-942-6615, or by email at nestormcoordinator@masrc.com.
Mentorship
More details coming soon!
Visit our Events page for more information on our upcoming programs!
