Coordinator of Sewing Program
Ottawa, ON, Canada
The Isaruit Inuit Arts Coordinator of Sewing Programs will manage, plan, prepare and deliver the Sewing Programs for Inuit living in Ottawa.
Skill set:
Good knowledge of traditional Inuit Sewing patterns and skills
Good knowledge of Inuit sewing in the communities across Inuit Nunanga
Ability to set up, post in, and monitor social media, especially on the Isaruit Inuit Arts Sewing Page
Ability to set up, respond to and manage Isaruit Arts sewing email inquiries
Organization skills to organize and sewing sessions
Organizational and purchasing skills for materials, supplies, equipment, resources in the Sewing Centre office
Organizational and curatorial skills to manage Isaruit’s Pattern Collection
Excellent skills in reaching out to, and supporting elders to participate in programs and pass on their sewing knowledge
Good computer skills in Word, Publishing, and Excel and Powerpoint
Good communication skills in English and Inuktitut, both verbal and written
Ability to work with the Programs Coordinator and Centre Coordinator to help organize larger Isaruit events, such as conferences, workshops and Reconciliation activities
Perseverance and awareness through the health and safety protocols, even when they are changing regularly
Excellent listening skills to all participants, no matter who they are and how they are doing
Excellent personal boundaries and a deep understanding of confidentiality of participants
Sensitivity to the social and emotional needs of Inuit community members
High interest in the Inuit community of Ottawa and the surrounding areas
Employment terms:
The Isaruit Inuit Arts Sewing Program Coordinator will :
Work at Isaruit’s sewing rooms, # 302 & #300, 815 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa Vanier, Ontario
Work 30 hours per week with flexible hours, and will keep track of the tasks done each day
Rate of pay will be $27 per hour starting pay, with immediate pay increases based on certifications, and experience, up to $35 per hour
Start working on February March 11 th 2024
Interviews on March 7 th 2024
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