Job Description

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation is presently recruiting for a COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Timmins, ON The Communications Coordinator, under the direction of the Legal Aid Manager is primarily responsible for working with the Public Legal Education Coordinator in developing resources for the LAS/DOJ project. The Communications Coordinator will develop a communications plan with communities and oversee the daily administration of the plan. This position will also draft, edit, communications and resource materials and will oversee the development, management, and maintenance of all online communication vehicles for Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services, including but not limited to Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services\xe2\x80\x99 website, email templates, and social media accounts. Qualifications:

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field
• Works well with others and handles direction and criticism in a positive manner.
• Knowledge of the preparation of communications instruments
• Ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly and ensure they are clearly communicated to an audience.
• Politically and culturally sensitive
• Knowledge of the principles of effective communications and mass media, publicity, advertising, policies, education, community relations, demonstration, organization structure, social service, and government relations, as they relate to the organization.
• Experience and knowledge of the legal system is an asset.
• Experience working with NAN and in First Nation Communities
• Excellent case and file management skills, administrative and coordination skills, stress management and time management skills, ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment
• Ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway an asset.

Benefits:

• 6% pension matching
• 100% employer paid health benefits.
• 3 weeks paid vacation after your first year.

Location: Timmins, ON Hours: Full Time (35 Hours Per Week) Salary: In accordance with established pay grid and commensurate with education/experience CLOSING DATE: June 12, 2023 Please send cover letter, and resume to: Human Resources, Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation, 1805 Arthur St E, Thunder Bay, ON, P7E 2R6 Email: hr@nanlegal.on.ca NALSC invites applications from qualified members of NAN. Please indicate in your cover letter how you meet the criteria for the position and whether you are a NAN member. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For more information, please visit our website: https://nanlegal.on.ca/jobs/ Job Type: Full-time Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Timmins, ON P4N 2K3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-06-12