Job Description

Project Coordinator, Oyateki Community ConnectionsThe University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. is a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.Please note that a strong internal candidate has been identified.Primary Purpose: The Project Coordinator - Oyateki Community Connections is responsible to lead, oversee and implement projects assigned to this role designed to develop and further the Oyateki Community Connections initiative through the Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement and in collaboration with the School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS). The position will be 75% Oyateki Partnership through the Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement and 25% SENS. The Oyateki Partnership aspires to lead and facilitate transformation to change the lives of Indigenous youth for the better through strengthening connections between the university, Indigenous communities, and Oyateki partners. This collaborative body comprising the Oyateki Partnership includes the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Gabriel Dumont Institute and Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies. The Project Coordinator will collaboratively develop and care for relationships with community partners to support Indigenous students by working with the Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement (OVPIE), SENS, other USask staff across various portfolios, and Oyateki Project partners.Nature of Work: The position will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure understanding, knowledge, and integration of projects that are identified in the Oyateki Partnership, and the Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement. A central aspect of this work will be Indigenous-led and cared for partnerships through respectful community engagement reflecting the diverse population of USask while uplifting Indigenous Knowledges, methodologies, and pedagogies. This position will identify opportunities and collaborate to convert ideas into operational projects that are subsequently prioritized, resourced, and executed as directed. The Project Coordinator will also respond to the needs of USask Indigenous students by working to create and maintain community connections and expand community-based resources for education, training, and employment programming that is aligned to student and community objectives. The Project Coordinator will contribute strategically to the experience and success of Indigenous students at USask through initiatives that will increase self-efficacy and improve systems navigation through training and learning opportunities, facilitation, and events.Reporting to the Senior Strategic Officer, Office of the Vice Provost, Indigenous Engagement, the work of this position is complex and broad with significant impact. Projects will be end to end and will require significant coordination of both internal resources as directed.Accountabilities:Project Coordination

• Provide project direction, oversight, and participation in assigned project initiatives that are designed to achieve the goals and commitments of the Oyateki Partnership
• Coordinate projects and initiatives and oversees and participates in the execution of effective plans that incorporate layered communications and change tactics
• Collaborate with staff of various USask units and external partners to identify and implement programs and initiatives required to meet the objectives of the Oyateki Partnership
• Maintain a high level of awareness of community engagement best practices at the local, national and international levels; bring this knowledge into strategic and operational planning
• Ensure effective management and maintenance of projects and initiative documentation and data files
• Liaises with multiple stakeholders and maintains effective working relationships through consultations to ensure ongoing communication related to initiative activities and status
• Collaborate, participate, and initiate opportunities within community partners to promote education and success of Indigenous learners and develop resources and processes supporting the transition to post-secondary

Communication

• Works with communication partners to utilize the most effective channels to deliver consistent, appropriately timed communications
• Develop and expand community engagement guidelines to support reciprocal and respectful community engagement

Relationships/Partnerships

• Engages and works with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Indigenous communities in a manner that is respectful and understands the diversity of Mxc3xa9tis, First Nations, and Inuit cultures
• Engages and influences stakeholders and process owners in development and execution

Qualifications:

• Education: A related undergraduate degree is required; a master's degree is preferred.

Experience:

• Experience in an Indigenous portfolio; experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations, leaders, Elders, Knowledge Keepers; Knowledge of Indigenous protocols
• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with individuals, businesses and organizations

Skills:

• A skilled communicator with the ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful, and collaborative relationships
• Excellent process design, data analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate, influence and gain commitment from cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comprehensive reporting and detailed orientated

Application Instructions: As part of this application, a cover letter is REQUIRED. Please tailor your cover letter and experience based on the accountabilities and expectations of this position.Department: Office of the Vice-Provost, Indigenous Engagement
Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $52,050.00 - 81,328.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 12/9/2024
Closing Date: 12/16/2024
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace GuidelinesThe successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at:Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Yes
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Mxc3xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Mxc3xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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