Program Assistant, Indigenous Canada Program (Canada Summer Job Program)

Cuso International•Ottawa, ON

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role will support the delivery of Cuso International’s Indigenous Canada Program during a high-activity summer period, including youth micro-grants, community outreach, storytelling, and support to summer recreation and leadership initiatives across northern communities. We are looking for an enthusiastic and organized individual with a strong interest in youth programs, community engagement, and social impact. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, adaptable, and comfortable working in a collaborative, relationship-based environment.

Requirements

Strong interest in youth leadership, community engagement, and social impact initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
Strong interpersonal skills and comfort engaging with youth, partners, and the community
Demonstrated cultural humility, sensitivity, and respect when working with Indigenous communities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn
Must be between 15 and 30 years of age
Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee protection status in Canada
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

Basic experience in program coordination, administration, or event support is an asset
Experience with storytelling, communications, or social media content gathering is an asset
French or an Indigenous language is an asset
Preference would be for those who identify as FN, Metis or Inuit

Responsibilities

Support the promotion and administration of youth micro-grants
Assist youth applicants in developing project ideas, budgets, and simple grant proposals
Follow up with grantees to support project implementation, reporting, and troubleshooting
Support outreach and relationship-building with communities, youth groups, and partners
Assist with summer program coordination
Collect stories of impact, photos, quotes, and testimonials from youth and partners
Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities, including basic data entry and reporting
Help prepare briefing notes, reports, presentations, and internal updates
Contribute ideas to strengthen youth engagement and community-led initiatives
Provide administrative support as needed