Coordinator – Events

Internal/External Posting
Position Type: Full time permanent
Posting Type: Existing position
Location: Sioux Lookout
2025 Salary Range: $62,867 to $84,442 per annum
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Reference Number: COORD001362
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Job Summary:
The Coordinator – Events role within Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority will be for the administration, planning and coordination of SLFNHA and community events. The Coordinator – Events will build relationships with communities, outside organizations and SLFNHA departments.
The Coordinator – Events is directly accountable to the Manager – Corporate Services.

Qualifications:
• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset.
• Diploma in Event Management, Project Management, Marketing, or a related field. Or a combination of education and work experience suitable to the employer.
• Minimum of 1-year proven experience in event planning, project coordination.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage complex tasks and deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and project management tools.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems, make effective decisions, resolve conflicts, and manage time effectively.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends as required for events.
• Must have a valid driving license and a reliable vehicle, for travel between differing venues and SLFNHA property.
• Must be willing to travel, travel will include small airplanes and winter roads.
• Must be prepared to work outdoors when required in differing weather conditions.
• The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis

Roles and Responsibilities:
•Collaborate with various departments to envision, plan, and complete SLFNHA and Community events.
•Ensures and works with SLFNHA Anishinaabewaadiziwin Department to ensure cultural aspects and tradition are significantly represented within events and activities, bringing in community and elder support whenever possible.
•Develop detailed project plans and timelines for events and initiatives.
•Oversee all logistical aspects, including venue selection, catering, and technical requirements.
•Create and manage event budgets, ensuring that expenses align with financial goals.
•Source cost-effective solutions and negotiate with vendors.
•Work closely with the SLFNHA Communication, and other SLFNHA along with our community partners to bring awareness of upcoming events.
•Work with Communications and other SLFNHA departments to create event-related content and promotional materials.
•Recruit, train, and supervise event employees and other department staff assisting.
•Ensure seamless coordination among all event participants.
•Maintain comprehensive records of all event details including reports prior and post event.
•Build and maintain relationships with communities outside organizations and other stakeholders.
•Foster collaboration and communication among internal and external stakeholders.
•Identify potential risks associated with events and projects and develop mitigation plans.
•Ensure compliance with occupational Health and Safety.
•Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.

Apply online at https://slfnha.com/careers/job-listing/

Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: (807) 737-1802
Fax: (807) 737-2969
Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com

SLFNHA currently “Strongly Recommends” COVID-19 immunizations and requests your immunization status to be sent to our staff health department if successful in the recruitment process.

Closing Date: June 6, 2025, at 16:30 CST
No resumes received after this time will be accepted.

The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com

SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com