EDUCATION:

University degree in a related field (e.g., public health, emergency management, Indigenous studies, public administration) or equivalent combination of education and experience. IMS Levels 100–400 certification required; instructor status considered an asset. Valid G-Class driver’s license.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 5 years of experience in policy development, emergency preparedness, or health and social programming. Experience working with First Nations communities and a strong understanding of Indigenous governance. Background in grant writing, project evaluation, and cross-jurisdictional collaboration.
· Understanding of the impacts of colonialism on First Nations health and social systems, and the importance of culturally safe emergency preparedness.
· Knowledge of First Nations emergency funding processes, service structures, and social and health governance.
· Strong research, writing, and communication skills, including the ability to synthesize technical information.
· Proficiency in data analysis, program planning, and modern office technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, SharePoint).
· Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively across multiple teams and communities.
· Knowledge of NAN First Nations, their unique challenges, and emergency response infrastructure.
· Demonstrates broad knowledge and expertise in Policy and/or Research, or the broader focus of the department.
· Position demands a pleasant disposition, flexibility, ability to multi-task, organize, problem solve, set priorities, enter data, and communicate effectively.
· Understanding of modern office technologies including word processing software, and basic spreadsheet development.
· Effective written and computer literacy
· Must be able to respect confidentiality and make sound decisions.
· Must be able to undertake and complete assigned projects and duties independently and effectively.
· Position must be familiar with current community resources.
· Broad knowledge of methods, techniques, or procedures that are commonly accepted practices within the predominant field of work.
· A good understanding and interest in NAN communities, FN organizations and issues, challenges, and current events.
· Thorough knowledge and understanding of indigenous culture and traditions within the NAN territory and communities.
· Fluency in NAN dialect (Cree, Anishininimowin or Ojibway) an asset.
· Light physical effort on a frequent basis with some heavy lifting (up to 40lbs) or moving of materials from time to time.
· Primarily desk work with prolonged sitting.
· Work requires a moderate level of dexterity requiring minimum keyboarding skills.
· Mainly working in a office setting with short periods working in a warehouse setting.
· Working within communities, away from home on a frequent basis.
· Travelling in both commercial and smaller aircraft.
· Highway driving may also be required.
· Working with the public
· Working in various meeting locations as required.
This position has the authority to approve up to $15,000.00.
This position is under the day-to-day supervision of the Program Manager/Director of Community Wellness with further accountability to the Chief Administrative Officer for overall performance.
Application preference will be given to Individuals who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.
NAN is committed to providing accommodations, on request throughout the interview and employment process, and if accommodation is required, we will work with the applicants to meet their needs.
Applications (resume and cover letter) and inquiries for all positions may be directed to:
Jill Harju, Recruitment and Training Coordinator
Nishnawbe Aski Nation
200 Syndicate Avenue South
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 1C9
Phone: (807) 473-1020
Fax: (807) 623-7730
Email: jharju@nan.ca
Applicants and candidates are accountable for ensuring that information submitted throughout the recruitment and selection process is accurate and true to the best of their knowledge at the time of submission.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,276.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details