Indigenous Women are encouraged to apply. First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A post-secondary degree (Master’s preferred) in the areas of Political Science, Public Policy, Social Science (s) or Women’s/Indigenous Studies and a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible work experience related to policy and research.
• Demonstrated management and/or team lead experience.
• Experience in project management, including in the development and implementation of work plans, deliverables, and reporting.
• Knowledge of the corporate nature of non-profits, government systems and administration and the ability to interact with other government departments, Indigenous organizations, and communities.
• Experience in end-to-end policy development cycle, including critical analysis, options development, and evidence-based decision-making using an Indigenous Gender-Based Analysis.
• Demonstrated organizational, time management and presentation skills with the ability to follow through on assigned duties independently within strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communications, with emphasis on keen listening and ability to effectively interpret verbal communications and needs of prospective Community Members.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office; competency working with other databases.
• Knowledge and understanding of current issues facing Indigenous Women and their families.
• Ability to speak an Indigenous Language is considered an asset.
• Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, respond to management direction and be able to improve performance through management feedback.
• Valid G Class Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance.
• A cellular phone and internet access is required within this position.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible working from home arrangement if required. This may include a combination of virtual remote work in your home and in office arrangements. This will be based on operational needs and will be determined by the ONWA.
• Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check. Valid 1st Aid/CPR.
• Ability/willingness to travel.
• ONWA is committed to implementing measures to protect its community members, staff, and other stakeholders from COVID-19. As a result, ONWA has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy. Exemptions will be made for those with a valid medical exemption; proof of the exemption will be required..
  Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill.
  The full salary range for this role is $69,900 - $86,230 ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.

WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST FOR CANDIDATES TAKING PART IN ALL ASPECTS OF THE SELECTION PROCESS.

If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email at hr@onwa.ca

Please refer the Job description for details