ABOUT THE ABORIGINAL FRIENDSHIP CENTRE OF CALGARY

The Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary (AFCC) is a non-profit organization with a mandate to provide social, cultural, education and employment services to the Indigenous peoples within the Calgary Metropolitan area. AFCC plays a regular and significant role in the daily lives of our members in many ways: providing care for our children, our elderly, our in-need and our homeless; enabling access to cultural and spiritual care; offering referrals for suitable housing, food, clothing, pursuit of education, skill development and training; and building a resourceful Indigenous community.
AFCC’s non-profit family is an expression of how we live, what we value, where we turn for comfort and where we turn when in need.
AFCC is a community leader in the advocacy of Indigenous social and cultural services while serving as a support and community resource to other Indigenous Service Agencies on the local, provincial and national level.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Diploma in Business Administration or a related field is preferred; a certificate combined with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Direct experience working with Indigenous communities, particularly within Treaty 7, is a strong asset. Familiarity with cultural and ceremonial protocols is highly valued.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in an administrative or coordination role.
• Experience working in a nonprofit or community-based setting is an asset.
• Strong sense of professionalism, initiative, and accountability.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and reliability in handling sensitive matters.
• Proven ability to build and sustain respectful, collaborative relationships with diverse community members.
• Skilled at identifying issues and offering practical, solution-oriented recommendations.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; tactful, diplomatic, and respectful in all interactions.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively.
• Creative and flexible problem-solver who is adaptable to changing needs.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across various levels and audiences.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and research abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other common administrative tools.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to fostering a positive community experience.

  Compensation

• $22 - $26 / hour

• Days of work (subject to change) – Monday, Wednesday, Friday with Saturday and Sunday availability as needed
• Cell phone required – allowance provided
• Fulltime contract role expires March 31, 2026 with the possibility of extension

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Administration and Event Support part-time position is dedicated to supporting Indigenous communities through the coordination and care of the Confluence community space. The role focuses on providing exceptional customer service, upholding cultural protocols, and fostering a welcoming and respectful environment.
As this is a newly established position and program, the ideal candidate will bring experience in administrative support, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and a demonstrated commitment to relationship-building with Indigenous communities and partner organizations. Professionalism, attention to detail, and cultural sensitivity are essential to the successful execution of this role.
The coordinator will work collaboratively with the Confluence team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the space, including booking logistics, room maintenance, data collection, and overall safety.