Lands & Resources Special Project Coordinator

Job Posting:

Purpose:

Reporting to the Band Manager, the Coordinator provides support in the development and implementation of special programs and projects in a manner that supports Thessalon First Nation's inherent title, rights, and interests. You will contribute to the overall success of the community by managing deadlines, records, correspondence, financial reporting, proposal deadlines and deliverables for programs and projects. This also includes coordinating internally to ensure Thessalon First Nation strategic priorities, title, rights, and interests guide consultation processes and liaising and developing working relationships with outside agencies and organizations. Finally, the Coordinator provides support in policy, programs, and administrative matters in addition to taking on other duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of First Nations communities, ancestral responsibilities, title and rights, Indigenous sovereignty, culture, and history related to reconciliation including the UN Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) are essential
• Familiarity with Thessalon First Nations territory and history, title, rights, and governance.
• Knowledge of Anishinaabe language, culture, and history is an asset.
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Familiarity with natural resource issues, legislation, and operations.
• Able to work independently and proactively to identify and address new opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build professional and cooperative relationships with colleagues, community, historians, researchers, external governmental organizations, and partners (i.e. legal counsel).
• Ability to multi-task, work on various projects simultaneously, and adhere to tight deadlines while staying on track and upholding attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use tact and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and complex.
• Intermediate level of proficiency in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office, digitized mapping (GIS), and internet applications.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental-, natural resource-, forestry-, lands-, or arts-related fields, including First Nation Studies, Anthropology, or Political Science; or the right combination of experience and education.
• One to three years of experience working in environmental-, natural resource-, forestry, lands-, or arts-related fields.

Other Requirements:

• Follow all Thessalon First Nation Policies and Procedures and display a commitment to the values and culture of the nation.
• Ability to undergo an appropriate criminal records review and police record check successfully and periodically is required. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Accountability:

The Lands & Resources Project Coordinator is directly accountable to the Thessalon First Band Manager.

Salary Pay Band Range:

$65 000.00- $85 000.00.

Should you be interested in joining our dynamic team:

Please submit your cover letter and biography to our hiring committee: c/o Christine King email: [email protected] by October 30, 2024.

Thank you to all applicants for your interest. Applications are screened against predetermined selection criteria and the candidates whose application meet the criteria are selected to participate further in the evaluation process. Only those candidates invited to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Disclaimer

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, working conditions or skills required for this position. Thessalon First Nation reserves the right to modify job duties or the job description at any time.

Applications are assessed as they are received therefore early application is recommended. Applications will only be considered from those eligible to work in Canada. All applicants who require a work permit or sponsorship for employment in Canada will not be considered.

Candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview. Proof of certifications will be required prior to employment.