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Community Engagement and Settlement Planning Coordinator

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Employer Name: Iskatewizaagegan No. 39 Independent First Nation

Location/Address: Iskatewizaagegan No. 39 Independent First Nation Band Office

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Hours of Work: Full-time 6-month Term

Wage: $ 28.00 – $ 38.00 per hour

 

Duties:

Iskatewizaagegan No. 39 Independent First Nation (IIFN39) is seeking a motivated, organized, and community- minded individual to fill the position of Community Engagement and Settlement Planning Coordinator. This position will play a key role in supporting the Nation’s settlement planning process by coordinating community engagement activities, gathering feedback from Band Members, and helping ensure that future decisions regarding settlement funds reflect the priorities and values of our people. The successful candidate will work closely with Chief and Council, community members, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, legal counsel, and external partners to facilitate meaningful consultation opportunities and support the development of recommendations and policies related to settlement planning.

  • Coordinate community meetings, information sessions, workshops, and consultation events related to settlement planning
  • Engage Band Members living both on-reserve and off-reserve
  • Ensure community engagement processes are transparent, respectful, and culturally appropriate
  • Work with Elders, youth, and community leaders to incorporate Anishinaabe values and perspectives into planning activities
  • Establish and support a Settlement Advisory Committee
  • Coordinate committee meetings, agendas, minutes, and follow-up activities
  • Provide administrative support and assist with future planning initiatives identified through the settlement process
  • Collect and document community feedback through surveys, voting exercises, focus groups, and community discussions
  • Prepare reports and recommendations for Chief and Council

Qualifications:

  • Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and governance is an asset

Working Conditions

  • This is a term position for six (6) months with the possibility of extension based on operational needs
  • Some evening and community meetings may be required.
  • Travel will be required
  • Successful candidate will be required to submit a clean Criminal Background Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

How to Apply:

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME/CV WITH COVER LETTER:

RE: Settlement Coordinator

Iskatewizaagegan No. 39 Independent First Nation

PO Box 1, Kejick ON, P0X 1E0

Email: careers@iifn39.ca

Fax: (807) 733-3106