Planet Youth Thunder Bay Coordinator

Position Summary:

United Way Thunder Bay is seeking a passionate and community-driven individual to serve as the Planet Youth Thunder Bay Coordinator. This role is central to implementing the Icelandic Prevention Model (IPM) locally and helping to create a healthier, more supportive environment for youth. As the lead point of contact for Planet Youth Thunder Bay (PYTB), the Coordinator will work closely with local, regional, and national partners to champion youth well-being, drive collaboration, and guide the strategic roll-out of this internationally recognized model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coalition Building & Facilitation
• Serve as the primary liaison for PYTB implementation in Thunder Bay.
• Facilitate regular coalition and working group meetings with a diverse network of community partners across health, education, Indigenous organizations, youth services, and more.
• Build and maintain meaningful partnerships that foster equity, inclusion, and shared leadership.

Community Engagement:

• Mobilize community participation and increase public understanding of PYTB and the IPM approach.
• Promote youth engagement and co-design opportunities, ensuring youth voices are centered in all planning and decision-making processes.
• Survey Implementation & Evaluation Support:
• Build and maintain meaningful partnerships with school partners.
• Support school partners in administering youth surveys and achieving an 80%+ participation rate.
• Collaborate with public health, researchers, and education partners to ensure quality and consistency of data collection and usage.
• Program Guidance & Strategic Alignment
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of the Planet Youth model and implementation guidance.
• Share local insights with provincial, national, and global IPM networks.
• Regular participation in workshops and training.
• Communication & Coordination
• Manage internal and external communications related to PYTB initiatives.
• Track progress, coordinate reporting, and support storytelling to demonstrate impact.
• Support grant reporting, fundraising efforts, and strategic planning for long-term sustainability.

Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of the Thunder Bay community and existing relationships with community partners.
• Proven experience in community coordination, partnership development, or facilitation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience working with or within coalitions, nonprofits, public health, education, or youth development sectors.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Comfort and confidence working with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the Icelandic Prevention Model and the Planet Youth Guidance Program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, shared drives).

Assets:

• Experience in trauma-informed practice, equity-driven initiatives, and youth engagement.
• Understanding of evaluation and research processes.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities, especially in Ojibwe or Oji-Cree, considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

Hybrid work environment, with regular in-person meetings and community engagement required. Occasional evening or weekend commitments depending on community events or coalition needs.

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to abrule@uwaytbay.ca.

Join Us:

Be part of a growing movement transforming how communities support youth well-being. Help build a brighter future for the next generation—right here in Thunder Bay.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 36 months
Pay: $47,000.00-$59,000.00 per year
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6L9
Application deadline: 2025-08-08

Expected start date: 2025-09-16