Job Description

Property Project Coordinator
The United Church of Canada is seeking a Property and Project Coordinator to work alongside Indigenous communities of faith in caring for and sustaining their sacred and community spaces.
Indigenous Ministries and Justice works in partnership with the National Indigenous Council and Indigenous communities across the country, guided by Indigenous experience, knowledge, and wisdom, the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.

This role is grounded in relationship, respect, and accountability. The work is carried out in the spirit of the Seven Sacred Teachings—respect, humility, love, truth, honesty, wisdom, and courage—recognizing that property decisions are deeply connected to community life, spirituality, and self-determination.

Position Purpose
The Property and Project Coordinator leads the assessment, planning, and coordination of property repairs, renewals, and sustainability initiatives for Indigenous communities of faith across Canada. Working in a community-led and relational way, the Property and Project Coordinator supports communities in making informed decisions about their spaces – whether through repair, renewal, redevelopment, or closure ensuring that these decisions reflect local priorities, cultural values, and long-term sustainability. This role collaborates closely with Indigenous communities, Regional Councils, and the General Council Office to support safe, functional, and meaningful ministry spaces.

Indigenous‑Centered Ways of Working (Essential)
This role is not only technical, but also relational, spiritual, and community-centered. It requires a balance of professional expertise and a deep respect for Indigenous knowledge systems and lived realities. The Property and Project Coordinator is invited to carry this work forward with integrity, guided by the Seven Sacred Teachings, in service of strong, vibrant, and sustainable Indigenous ministries across the Church.
Pursuant to Section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act, we invite and welcome applicants of Indigenous Ancestry.

Primary Areas of Responsibility 

1. Property Coordination and Evaluation (60%)
• With truth and honesty, the Coordinator leads a national process to understand the condition and needs of Indigenous church properties.
• Conduct property assessments (on-site or virtual) in a manner that honours community knowledge and experience.
• Identify repair needs, structural concerns, accessibility gaps, and opportunities for renewal.
• Develop prioritized and community-informed plans that outline scope, costs, timelines, and funding pathways.
• Coordinate and monitor projects in collaboration with communities, contractors, and regional partners.
• Ensure that all work supports long-term sustainability, safety, and the evolving ministry and community needs.
• This work is carried out with respect for each community’s relationship to their space and wisdom in balancing technical and cultural considerations.

2. Property Consulting and Project Planning (30%)
• With wisdom and humility, the Coordinator provides guidance and support to communities as they discern the future of their spaces.
• Offer practical and culturally grounded advice on maintenance, renovation, redevelopment, or decommissioning.
• Support communities in developing clear project plans, including scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Work collaboratively with internal partners, consultants, and contractors to coordinate initiatives.
• Support responsible stewardship of resources, ensuring alignment with Church policies and regulatory requirements.
• This work reflects courage, particularly when supporting communities through complex or sensitive decisions.

3. Community Collaboration, Oversight, and Reporting (10%)
• Rooted in love and respect, the Coordinator builds and maintains strong, trusting relationships with Indigenous communities.
• Engage community leadership in all stages of decision-making, ensuring local priorities and cultural practices are honoured.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and budgets, addressing risks with transparency and care.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards while respecting community context.
• Prepare clear and accessible reports and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the national property inventory.
• This work is sustained through honesty, accountability, and a commitment to walking together in a good way.

Qualifications
• Practical working knowledge of building systems, maintenance, and construction processes, with the ability to assess and communicate repair needs.
• Ability to develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and funding approaches.
• Familiarity with health and safety standards, accessibility considerations, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and multiple stakeholders.
• Administrative and organizational skills, including record-keeping and reporting.
• Deep understanding of and strong relationships with Indigenous Communities, paired with practical experience engaging and negotiating with Band administrations in a respectful and collaborative manner.
• Working knowledge of First Nations leadership structures, community governance, and church bureaucracy, including how decisions are made within Indigenous and church contexts.
• Some understanding of Crown land and related considerations affecting land use, property, and development.
• Alignment with the vision and values of The United Church of Canada- respect, integrity, passion, and diversity.

Relational and Cultural Competencies
Grounded in the spirit of the Seven Sacred Teachings:
• Respect & Humility: Demonstrated ability to listen deeply, build trust, and work in a community-led, relationship-based manner.
• Love & Care: Commitment to supporting the well-being of communities and the spaces that hold cultural and spiritual significance.
• Truth & Honesty: Ability to communicate clearly, transparently, and with integrity, especially when navigating complex or sensitive property decisions.
• Wisdom: Sound judgment that integrates technical knowledge with cultural understanding and community priorities.
• Courage: Capacity to support communities through challenging decisions, including repair limitations, redevelopment, or closure of spaces.

What We Offer
 Annual cost of living adjustment (COLA)
 Defined Benefit Pension Plan with 9% employer contribution
 Group benefits from day one
 Funding for continuing professional development
 Membership reimbursement for relevant professional designations
 Professional Development Leave
 Paid time off between Christmas and New Year

Working Conditions
The United Church of Canada has adopted a hybrid workplace model, providing flexibility for this position, working both off-site and in the General Council Office in Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Territory, Toronto, ON. The incumbent will be provided, for work purposes, use of secure devices and must be available by email, phone, teams or zoom during regular office hours Monday to Friday. Sitting and viewing a computer screen for long periods, keyboarding/using assistive devices or technologies, intermittent physical activity including sitting, standing and being on a call for long periods of time will be required. Occasional additional hours may be required.

As part of our ongoing commitment to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code, The United Church of Canada will provide reasonable accommodations to employees with human-rights related needs.

Compensation
The target hiring range for this position is $79,455.46 to $90,556.25 with the ability to progress to a maximum of $105,941.07. This is based on category 8 on our salary range. Placement on the salary range will depend on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. Pension and group benefit plans coverage and annual vacation round out this compensation package.

Closing date for applications: May 13, 2026

Required languages: English

Education level: -

Required skills: -

Closest intersection: The United Church of Canada has adopted a hybrid workplace model, providing flexibility for this position, working both off-site and in the General Council Office in Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Territory, Toronto, ON.