Training Officer, Indigenous Programs

We reach millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child’s life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.

Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America.

For more than 10 years, Right To Play has partnered with Indigenous First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and organizations across Canada, to deliver community-driven, culturally-relevant, play-based programs. More information on our Indigenous Programs is available here. You can also find out more about the communities we supported in 2024 from here.

OUR CULTURE:

• Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
• Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
• Display Courage – Act with integrity
• Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
• Be Playful – Have fun at work

Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

Purpose

Designs, coordinates, and delivers training initiatives that build capacity across Indigenous Programs (IP) staff and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis community partners and ensures programming is inclusive, accessible, and grounded in community consultation and evidence-based frameworks.

Accountability & Responsibilities

Training and Capacity Building (40%)

• Leads the planning and delivery of virtual and in-person training sessions for staff and partners.
• Develops training frameworks and integrates RTP’s play-based methodology across delivery formats.
• Oversees the creation and maintenance of online training content and provides onsite event leadership.

Training Administration and Logistics Coordination (35%)

• Manages procurement, scheduling, contracts, and event logistics in alignment with RTP policies.
• Develops communication tools and maintains digital platforms (e.g., SharePoint, toolkits, planners).
• Tracks budgets and expenditures for training initiatives in collaboration with the Training Specialist.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (10%)

• Supports the design and implementation of MEL tools to assess training impact.
• Collects and analyzes feedback and data to inform continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with MEL team to align training assessments with Indigenous data sovereignty principles.

Community and Stakeholder Engagement (10%)

• Engages youth, cultural leaders, and community partners to ensure inclusive and relevant training.
• Hosts informational sessions and onboarding for partners, donors, and facilitators.
• Maintains up-to-date records of stakeholders and training collaborators.

General Support and Duties (5%)

• Performs additional tasks as assigned to support team and departmental objectives.
• Provides cross‑functional support to training, MEL, and event teams.
• Assist with special projects as needed by the Training Specialist.

Scope (Geographical and/or Functional), Impact and Autonomy

Operates nationally, primarily supporting training for Indigenous communities across Canada. The role has moderate autonomy in developing training materials and making logistical decisions. Budget oversight is limited to tracking and submitting expenses. The role influences training quality, partner satisfaction, and community impact within frameworks approved by the Training Specialist and Training Manager.

Leadership and Staff Management

This role does not have direct reports but provides leadership during training events, coordinating the efforts of facilitators, community mentors, and event support staff.

Information Requirement for Decision‑Making

Relies on internal frameworks, evaluation data, the Reconciliation Action Plan, Indigenous Advisory Board of Directors, Indigenous Youth Advisory Committee and community partner feedback, and organizational policies to inform training design and facilitation. Uses existing models and analysis tools but may tailor or improve resources based on community context. Requires cross‑department coordination.

Innovation and Improvements

Encouraged to introduce new training delivery methods (e.g., online/hybrid modules). Expected to improve training accessibility, relevance, and effectiveness, with appropriate approvals where needed.

Relationships & Communications: Internal / External

Internal: Consistent communication with Indigenous Programs staff, the Canadian National Office and with People & Culture, IT, Communications and other RTP departments.

External: Engage with Indigenous community partners, third‑party facilitators and consultants, cultural leaders, youth workers and vendors and venue coordinators.

Communications range from logistical coordination to strategic planning, with an emphasis on relationship‑building and inclusivity. Represents RTP’s IP at various national, regional, and local gatherings.

Expertise (Certifications / Education, Professional Experience/Language)

• Preference may be given to candidates with post‑secondary education in Indigenous Education, Instructional Design, Social Work, Social Science, International Development, Sport and Recreation, or equivalent lived/industry experience.
• Possess experience designing and delivering capacity‑building workshops, planning events and logistics, engaging with communities and stakeholders — particularly Indigenous communities — and possess knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design models.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital facilitation tools, experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting, and proficiency in both digital and print/physical information design.

Core Competences

Works effectively with diverse stakeholders and cross‑functional teams, remains composed and solutions‑focused in dynamic environments, meets deadlines while communicating clearly and maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrates eagerness to learn, adapt, and improve through feedback; is also able to lead sessions and events, manage logistics, and navigate sensitive relationships with cultural competence.

Additional Information

Willingness and availability to travel nationally (up to 20%), availability for occasional evening or weekend work during events, and able to work remotely three days per week and in the Toronto or Vancouver office two days per week.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.

• Competitive salary and benefits (e.g. Group RRSP Plan, gym membership)
• 15 days annual leave per year
• 3 personal days per year
• 5 Learning and Development (L&D) days per year
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Opportunity to connect with employees across our offices
• Opportunity to engage in global projects and initiatives
• Wellness programs
• Playful activities and events

If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. As such, we encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play. We offer a family‑friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work‑life balance.

We are a child‑centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening or equivalent criminal check as a condition of employment. Right To Play Safeguarding information is available at here.

We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Should you require any accessibility related accommodations or specific adjustments to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter, please reach out to the People & Culture team by email at [emailprotected]. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Toronto, ON

Organisation:

Right to Play