Job Description

Description:

Oshki-Giizhig Inc. is an Indigenous-based non-profit organization. Our vision is a healthy community built on Indigenous journeys towards wellness. Our mission is to walk beside, advocate, and support people affected by FASD and or other disorders. Strengthened by cultural practices and traditional teachings, support will assist in restoring balance to individuals and the community affected by trauma and violence. Oshki-Giizhig is committed to supporting the development of strong and healthy communities. We strive to follow these traditional values in everything we do: courage, wisdom, truth, honesty, humility, respect, and empathy.

Desired Qualifications:

Strong understanding of Indigenous concepts of care and support.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., social work, social justice, Indigenous studies, health related and/or a combination of pertinent experiences in these area), A master's degree is preferred.

5+ year's management experience, in a non-profit organization.

Solid knowledge of disabilities, developmental disorders, mental health issues and funding sources.

Strong leadership skills, including experience in decision-making, team coordination, and conflict resolution.

Proven ability to develop and implement programs, along with experience managing budgets in a non-profit or community-based organization.

Key Responsibilities

:

Build and maintain strong partnerships with Indigenous communities and coalitions, service providers, funders, and allies.

Lead the development of new programs and initiatives rooted in Indigenous knowledge, and person centered disability-conscious care, and trauma-informed practice.

Design, guide, and support new projects that align with the organization's holistic model of care and strategic plan.

Create sustainable, financially viable phased models of initiative for both fundraising and implementation purposes.

Ensure meaningful community engagement representing Oshki-Giizhig to promote systemic change, and support advocacy.

Support grant writing, funding proposals, and community-driven resource planning to strengthen program sustainability.

Ensure that all initiatives are led by community needs with particular attention to those impacted by trauma, violence, and marginalization.

Consult with participants, knowledge keepers, and other community members for the input on the design of programming and implantation of new initiatives.

Report to the Executive Director and provide regular updates and reports to the Board of Directors as required.

We are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. A competitive benefits package, including Manulife health benefits, and a matched Group RRSP (employee/employer paid) after a 6-month waiting period, along with a generous vacation allotment of four work weeks per year. We believe that taking care of our team is key to long-term success and satisfaction.

As an Indigenous employer, we encourage First Nations, Inuit, and Metis applicants to self-declare when applying.

Annual Salary:

$96,000 - $113,000

Application Deadline:

Monday July 28, 2025 @ 4:30 pm

Anticipated Start Date:

TBD

Please submit Cover Letter & Resume to:

Sydney Barnes

Human Resources Manager

Sbarnes@oshki-giizhig[dot]org

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $96,000.00-$113,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-28