Miijim Worker/Employment Community Coordinator

Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment and Training Services is looking for dynamic, qualified and committed individuals for the following positions:

Miijim Worker/Employment Community Coordinator in:
Marten Falls First Nation

Employment Community Coordinator in:
Aroland First Nation
Constance Lake First Nation (Temporary)

(Internal/External)

Background:

KKETS provides culturally appropriate opportunities for education, training and employment by providing professional advisory, support services, relevant systems and programs to empower individuals to take initiative for change in their own lives.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the ISETS Manager and the Miijim Director, the Employment Community Coordinator shall assist their respective community membership with the employment and training strategies as set out by the KKETS Program. The Coordinator will implement programming that enhances the community situation pertaining to employment and training and will liaise on behalf of their community membership. The Coordinator will also establish and maintain partnerships with the community, Aboriginal organizations and all levels of government as required.
The Miijim Worker will also serve as the community promoter of Harvesters’ activities, traditional food literacy components and provide dietary guidance for healthy food information and coordinate food deliveries on behalf of the program.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Full G license
• Clean driving record
• Must pass a police check
• Be able to work independently and conduct themselves in a professional courteous manner
• Willing to travel in small aircraft, drive winter roads to communities
• Strong written and communication skills

Locations: Applicant must live in the First Nation community of Marten Falls, Aroland or Constance Lake

Deadline: Open until filled

Please submit cover letter with resume and three employment references to:

Roxann Shapwaykeesic, ISETS ManagerKiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment and Training Services (KKETS)523 Algoma Street North, 3rd Floor, Thunder Bay ON P7A 5C2Or Fax to: (807) 768-4471Or Email to: rshapwaykeesic@matawa.on.ca

We thank all who are interested, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.