Child & Family Jursidiction Coordinator
Pubblicato il 12-08-2026 - Tl’azt’en Nation in Valle d'Aosta
Tl’azt’en Nation is taking important steps toward exercising our own child and family jurisdiction that is grounded in our laws, culture, and responsibilities to future generations. We are seeking a Child & Family Jurisdiction Coordinator to help guide this work alongside leadership, Elders, families, and community.
Job Overview
Tl’azt’en Nation is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to support coordination, development and implementation of our Nation’s plan to move towards child and family jurisdiction under An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families (formerly Bill C92). As a key member of our Social Development Team, the Child and Family Jurisdiction Coordinator will collaborate with Tl’azt’en Nation leadership, community members, legal experts, and external agencies when needed to ensure a culturally grounded, community-centred approach to child and family services. You are passionate and community-driven. You bring strong organizational skills, and you are experienced in navigating community relations.
Responsibilities
- Oversee child and family project planning, implementation, and evaluation, in alignment with the Tl’azt’en Nation’s CCP, child and family prevention priorities and timelines.
- Travel to external meetings, training sessions, and community events as required.
- Other delegated duties as required.
- Develop and implement policies, governance structures, and operational frameworks to support the longer term transition to full jurisdiction.
- Engage with leadership, Elders, community members, and knowledge keepers to ensure culturally appropriate and traditional practices are embedded in Tl’azt’en’s child welfare services.
- Support capacity-building initiatives, including jurisdiction-training programs and resources for staff, leadership, and community members.
- Collaborate with the Social Development Manager and other key departments to coordinate services and programs that promote the wellbein