The Opportunity

As a consultant reporting to the Chair of the Reconciliation Committee of the Mahatma Gandhi Canadian Foundation for World Peace, you will work collaboratively with the members of the Committee and Foundation (hereafter “the Foundation”) and Indigenous, newcomer, and other communities in Alberta to undertake projects/activities designed to promote intercultural understanding and reconciliation.

The Foundation’s Reconciliation activities in 2025-2026 involve: direct support to the work of select Indigenous-led organizations in Alberta serving Indigenous clients, mainly in the Foundation’s priority areas of youth and education; facilitating dialogue between newcomers to Canada and Indigenous community members; and arranging continuous learning opportunities for Foundation and community members about Indigenous history, experiences, and perspectives.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has connections and/or lived experience with newcomer / Indigenous communities and/or service organizations in Alberta, excellent organizational and facilitation skills, and strong intercultural awareness of Indigenous and newcomer societies and traditions.

Primary duties:

Qualifications

• Nurturing strategic partnerships between the Foundation and Indigenous organizations and community members in Alberta (mainly in Edmonton and Calgary) as a basis for future collaboration. This includes following up with organizations that have received donations from the Foundation and writing-up and promoting success stories; as well as facilitating relationship-building sessions, support with Indigenous protocol, and maintaining the Foundation’s existing relationships.

• Planning and implementing a Newcomer Education Program designed to promote stronger understanding between Indigenous and newcomer community members by sharing experiences and stories. This will require community consultations, consideration of Elder and Board guidance, and experience in developing education / community initiatives.

• Planning and organizing ongoing educational opportunities for Foundation members on Indigenous perspectives and experiences. This may include coordinating member participation in professional learning programs such as in-person or on-line courses, seminars and workshops, or follow-up on
educational opportunities identified by community partners.

• Acting as a resource on Indigenous / newcomer issues to members of the Reconciliation Committee and the Foundation Board.

This position may be filled by one person (at 15 hours per week), or will work closely with the Newcomer community partnerships officer (8 hours per week each). We anticipate flexibility in these hours.

• A degree or graduate degree in a related field, combined with relevant background / volunteer / work experience with Indigenous / newcomer organizations in Alberta.

• Knowledge of Indigenous history, realities, and perspectives in Alberta and Canada.

• Connections with newcomer organizations in Alberta is an asset.

• Strong project management and information technology skills that demonstrate ability to lead training sessions and programs, in-person and online.

• An established network of community organizations that serve Indigenous and newcomer clients in Alberta is an asset.

• Knowledge of Indigenous and newcomer social protocols and cultural etiquette.

• The ability to travel within Alberta.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills (written and verbal).

• Experience with Google Drive and MS Office Suite/other an asset.

• Passionate about building a more peaceful community by helping to increase intercultural awareness of Indigenous perspectives in Alberta.

If you think you might be suited to this work, but you are not sure if you meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply so that we may begin a conversation.

About the Organization

The Mahatma Gandhi Canadian Foundation for World Peace was founded in 1988 in Edmonton, Alberta. The founding of this organization was inspired by the anniversary of Gandhi’s birth, and by the desire to promote greater intercultural understandings between multiple communities in Edmonton. We strive to memorialize Gandhi by sharing his teachings of nonviolence and peace.

The foundation has grown over the years to support a summer program of graduate level courses for teachers at the University of Alberta. We also host an annual conference for youth on peace and social justice, and support an annual event marking the International Day of Peace and Nonviolence every year on September 21st. We envision a society that lives in justice and peace inspired by the life and principles of Mahatma Gandhi. We promote peace and encourage nonviolent action based on Gandhian principles through education, public awareness, collaboration, and building intercultural understanding.

How to Apply

Are you interested in contributing to building stronger intercultural understanding in Alberta
and Canada by increasing awareness within the community of Indigenous perspectives? If
so, please apply by email, including a cover letter and cv to: [email protected].

The salary for this position will be paid hourly at a rate that considers the successful
candidate’s education and / or experience and will be negotiated during the hiring process.
Final approval is contingent upon the approval of the Board of Directors and our funding
organization.