Administrative & Programs Officer, Office of Indigenous Initiatives, Competition # SCHII-22-09, Thunder Bay, ON

Administrative & Programs Officer

Office of Indigenous Initiatives

Thunder Bay Campus

Full Time, Permanent

Schedule II

Competition # SCHII-22-09

The Administrative & Programs Officer has a broad portfolio with the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. The Officer is a strong administrator and assists the Vice Provost in managing multiple units within the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. The Officer is the key person in helping build and manage external relationships and projects with the Vice Provost. The Officer directly reports to the Vice Provost of Office of Indigenous Initiatives and the Niijii Indigenous Mentorship Program Coordinator as well as supports and works collaboratively with the Indigenous Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator and supports the Indigenous Access Programs Coordinator on an as needed basis. The Officer also provides administrative support to committees such as the SAC-OIEC, ICR Provost Task Force Committee and other initiatives.

The Administrative & Programs Officer will require an undergraduate degree with office experience as this position requires a fundamental understanding of the day-to-day functions in a higher education setting. The ability to clearly communicate both orally and in written form is essential, as well as having extensive working knowledge using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).  The incumbent will have critical thinking skills, priority setting and research skills, the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately, and general knowledge of all faculties and departments at the university. This position requires a thorough knowledge of Indigenous peoples of Canada which include: First Nations, Status and Non-Status, Métis, and Inuit. As well as Indigenous community organizations, current political climate, political territorial organizations (PTO's), etc. These include all the organizations that are part of the Ogimaawin Indigenous Education Council (OIEC) such as Nishnawbe Aski Nation which represents 49 First Nations across Ontario as well as the Métis Nation of Ontario. Knowledge of cultural protocols and social interactions is also required. This includes working with Elders, preparing sacred medicines by following the appropriate protocols such as offering tobacco, knowledge of ceremonies, i.e. Sweat Lodge Ceremony, Approaching Drum Groups for Convocation and special events, etc.

This position offers a competitive remuneration package including salary, comprehensive benefits package, life insurance, pension plan, and tuition waiver.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a single pdf document quoting competition

#SCHII-22-09, containing a cover letter and resume, along with the contact information of three work-related references by March 21, 2022 to:

Office of Human Resources

University Centre

Room UC-0003

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. In an effort to ensure applications are being received from under-represented groups, applicants will be asked to complete a brief self-identification questionnaire via email within three days of the posting closing date.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements. 

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.