Communications Coordinator
Permanent, Full Time
ʔaq’am (Cranbrook, BC)
Who We Are: Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Services (KKCFSS) is a non-profit Child, Youth and Family Delegated Aboriginal Agency governed by a Board of Directors represented by ʔakisqnuk, ʔaqam, yaqan nuʔkiy (Lower Kootenay Band), yaqit ʔa·knuqⱡiʾit (Tobacco Plains Band), Shuswap Band and the Metis Nation BC. KKCFSS programs and services are available to Ktunaxa citizens, First Nations, Métis and Inuit living on and off-reserve in Ktunaxa ʔamakʔis (Traditional Territory).
KKCFSS believes in a holistic approach to providing services with some fundamental beliefs:
- Healthy communities make healthy children.
- Children are the future of our, and all, nations.
- Children have the right to a safe, secure and culturally appropriate family and community experience.
- Children have the right to grow up connected to their family, community and culture.
- Families have the right to culturally relevant services.
Living and Working in ʔaq’am: Cranbrook serves as the regional center of the East Kootenays and offers a balance of community connection and access to the outdoors. Surrounded by mountains, rivers, and lakes, the area provides year-round opportunities for hiking, skiing, fishing, paddling, and exploring the natural beauty of southeastern British Columbia.
As the largest city in the region, Cranbrook provides a range of amenities including healthcare services, schools, recreation facilities, and a vibrant local community, while still maintaining the welcoming feel of a smaller center. For those seeking meaningful work alongside an exceptional quality of life, the area offers the opportunity to build both career and community.
The Opportunity: As the Communications Coordinator you will shape how KKCFSS shows up publicly and connects with our communities. At its core, this role is about telling our stories, on our terms, in our own voice. You'll manage our website and social media, build out newsletters and event materials, and produce video content that brings our work to life. This is a hands-on role for someone who can write well, shoot and edit video, design well, and juggle several projects without losing the thread.
In the Role as Communications Coordinator, You Will:
- Develop and lead communications plans and strategies aligned with KKCFSS's goals
- Manage our website and social channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
- Shoot, edit, and produce picture and video content for social media, events, and storytelling projects
- Design newsletters, brochures, posters, and event materials
- Write and distribute press releases and internal communications
- Handle media inquiries and support crisis communication planning
- Support the planning and coordination of KKCFSS special events
- Develop culturally appropriate content for community engagement, with a focus on telling our stories authentically
- Support podcasting and multimedia projects that amplify Indigenous voices
- Publish a monthly newsletter with community stories and updates
- Keep communications equipment and media archives organized
What You Will Bring to this Role:
- Diploma or certificate in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience in communications, media, or public relations
- Experience working with Indigenous communities
- Strong writing and editing skills, and an eye for design (Photoshop, Canva, InDesign, or similar)
- Video production and editing experience (filming, editing, and publishing video content)
- Comfort managing multiple deadlines and platforms at once
- Knowledge and respect for Ktunaxa Nation culture, language, and traditions
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
Our Commitment to You:
- Competitive salary range of $50,812 to $64,974, with placement based on your education and relevant experience.
- Above-standard time off and flexible leave options, unique to KKCFSS.
- Top-tier extended health and wellness benefits, fully supported by the employer.
- Matched pension program to support long-term financial security.
- Wellness benefits to support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
- A people-centered, supportive culture focused on sustainability in meaningful work.
Apply Now!
Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Ktunaxa-Kinbasket-Child-&-Family-Services-1/jobs
OR
Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry. If you are a Ktunaxa citizen who is interested in this opportunity but do not feel you have the necessary qualifications, please contact the Ktunaxa Nation Council Education and Employment Sector.
We thank those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Visit https://kkcfss.org/ for more information about this the Agency, and https://foundrybc.ca/eastkootenay/ to learn more about the East Kootenay Foundry
Application Deadline: September 18, 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $51,367.00-$70,127.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cranbrook, BC V1C 2N1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
