Closing Date: January 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Mi'kmaq-Wolastoqey Centre

The Mi'kmaq-Wolastoqey Centre MWC)at UNB (Fredericton Campus) is located on traditional territory of Wolastoqiyik. MWC provides a learning environment for Indigenous students to develop a strong cultural foundation as well as academic and professional skills. It offers opportunities for all UNB students and faculty to become familiar with Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqey histories, cultures, contributions and treaty tights through principles of respect, sharing, harmony, acceptance and unity in diversity.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | Continuing| Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $23.48 - $27.26 per hour

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to Nihkanatpat (Director) of MWC, the Secretary PL4 oversees the administrative and financial functions of the day-to-day operations of the Centre and its varied programs. The position is responsible for overseeing the unit's incoming funds, and expenditures and includes administrative functions associated with undergraduate academic programs, cultural activities, and other administrative duties as appropriate.

• Serve as the first point of contact for student, staff, faculty and community members.
• Manage program related inquiries from students, staff and stakeholders, and addressing and/or redirecting email and other communications as needed.
• Assess and summarize student admission requirements to coordinate and support the admission process
• Provide administrative support for community engagement with various First Nation partners, First Nation Communities and Tribal councils.
• Coordinate and support committees by scheduling, booking, and attending meetings and maintaining the Indigenous student data base
• Process financial transactions and oversee payments for tutors and instructors
• Monitor and track budgetary issues using appropriate systems.
• Prepare and Complete stipend contracts
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• An undergraduate qualification in Administration, Business Administration or Accounting related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in Administration role.
• Preference will be given to those with Indigenous ancestry.

Additional Strengths

• Knowledge of Wabanaki language systems, ceremonies, communities and traditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Suite.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

SECRETARIES, ACCOUNTANTS, LIBRARY ASSISTANTS AND CLERKS (SALAC)

This position is part of the UNIFOR, Local 4504 employee group and falls under the SALAC Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.