Indigenous Projects Officer, Office of the Academic and Indigenous Programs

at  Laurentian University

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree four (4) years in a relevant discipline in Business Administration;
• Proof of Indigenous Identity - Status Card and Letter of Affiliation with a First Nation, Métis or Inuit community;
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of relevant administrative or project management experience in the postsecondary sector or a related setting;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous, equity, diversity and inclusion (IEDI) principles, trends, research methods, statistical analysis and reporting;
• Extensive knowledge of IEDI community considerations and a strong commitment to anti-racism, equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and justice;
• In-depth knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, techniques, tools and best practices;
• Experience with grant writing and reporting;
• Experience in coordinating and facilitating meetings, including project meetings with stakeholders to facilitate approval processes and delivery;
• Experienced working with administrative, research and sensitive data. This includes experience to gather, synthesize, interpret, and review information;
• Experience in research, data collection and analysis, and report writing;
• Detailed knowledge of building project timelines with experience using Google platforms or other project management software and resources;
• Demonstrated ability to identify Indigenous gaps or areas for improvement and implement changes for maximum efficiency;
• Highly developed skills in oral and written communication, including effective presentation skills;
• Ability to interpret and apply a broad range of institutional policies and procedures;
• Ability to work under pressure and with deadline constraints while balancing competing priorities;
• Familiarity with social media platforms.
  The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT - AKI GAABIJIDEBENDAAGWAK

We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
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RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Manager of Indigenous Programs and Initiatives, the Indigenous Projects Officer will be responsible for implementing, coordinating, and delivering various programs and initiatives as outlined in the Indigenous Strategic Business Plan. This will include Indigenous Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (IEDI) projects, cultural awareness and education initiatives, event planning and execution, and communication projects for print and digital delivery.

• Support the initiatives of the Indigenous Strategic Business Plan as outlined by the Office of the Associate Vice-President of Academic and Indigenous Programs;
• Planning and implementing and delivering the tactical projects that advance Indigenous, equity, diversity, and inclusion (IEDI) including Indigenous governance relations at the senior leadership level;
• Providing project management support report on the progress and effectiveness of program to advance our actions and efforts to embed IEDI and other projects and events at Laurentian University;
• Under the direction of the Office of Associate Vice-President of Academic and Indigenous Programs (AVPAIP), facilitate the delivery of priority projects and taking on roles that are critical to the department’s success and growth;
• Providing oversight to specific projects assigned by the AVPAIP ensuring that project deliverables are completed as planned on time and on budget;
• Responsible for seeking grant opportunities for research, academic, and other initiatives and programs;
• Project examples include supporting and accessing research grants, obtaining funding for Indigenous infrastructure, overseeing projects such as Indigenous Education Week and supporting special events throughout the year;
• Prepare and deliver formal and informal presentations to interest parties as appropriate to the needs of the audience;
• Coordinate the facilities development and renovations as outlined in the Indigenous Strategic Business Plan, including but not limited to, the Maamwizing Research Facility, Traditional Knowledge classrooms, mapping of Sacred Spaces; Indigenous faculty and staff offices; Indigenous student residences; Anishinaabe Research Museum, Indigenous Library, etc. once approved;
• Coordinate with Facilities, Budgeting, Purchasing, Human Resources, and other departments and divisions for approvals and implementation support;
• Assist with the preparation of supporting documentation required for the preparation of the annual budget for the Office of Academic and Indigenous Programs; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.