Research and Project Coordinator

1 week ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Métis Nation of Alberta Full time

Research and Project Coordinator (RPC)

Location:
Avenue #200, Edmonton, Alberta

Position Status:
Full Time (40 hrs per week)

The Organization

The Opportunity


The Research and Project Coordinator (RPC), under the direction of the Manager of Health Research, is responsible for the development and delivery of health research and projects aimed at supporting the health and wellness of Métis Albertans.

The RPC will coordinate research projects according to funding agreements and departmental priorities, to inform knowledge translation and mobilization in response to the needs, priorities, and experiences of Métis Albertans.

Research projects will be aimed at improving the experiences of Métis Albertans accessing long-term, continuing care, and emergency departments in Alberta and supporting life promotion efforts for all Métis Albertans.

The RPC position requires a motivated, confident, and driven individual who is passionate about Métis wellness and culture and has excellent organizational skills.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and implementation of focus groups, interviews, and other community engagement approaches in alignment with the principles of ethical Métis research.
  • Support data analysis, knowledge translation, and knowledge dissemination efforts in collaboration with project partners.
  • Create and submit posters, reports, abstracts, and presentations for the Métis community, project partners, healthcare workers, academic audiences, and other audiences, as needed.
  • Produce engaging knowledge translation products for diverse audiences.
  • Create culturally safe and meaningful resources to support life promotion for Métis Albertans.
  • Update projectspecific resources for the Health Department website in collaboration with the Communications Department.
  • Support the development of project specific workplans and associated activities.
  • Prepare quarterly project reports to provide updated information to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Attend partner meetings to deliver updates and contribute on behalf of projects.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate relationship building and knowledge sharing.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with the Métis community.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Skills & Competencies

  • Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An indepth understanding of the MNA and Métis culture is an asset.
  • Experience working directly with Métis or more widely, Indigenous people is an asset.
  • Exceptional verbal, written, listening, and interpersonal communication skills, with an ability to produce professional documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Proven track record of building collaborative partnerships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including community, service providers, academic leaders, and government.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment, including demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and cope with stress effectively under tight and competing deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Recognized strength in engaging groups and facilitation.
  • Strong cultural sensitivity and the ability to engage with community members in diverse settings.
  • Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential and politically sensitive information. Strong political sensitivity.
  • Proven ability to develop, deliver, and implement new strategies is an asset.

Qualifications

  • Postsecondary education in public health, social sciences, or related fields with a qualitative research or community engagement focus is preferred. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
  • Two (2) years' experience in a similar role is preferred.
  • Experience working in an Indigenous health and/or nonprofit setting is an asset.

Other Requirements

  • Position will be based in office in Edmonton, Alberta.
  • Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday
  • Friday, 8:30 AM 4:30 PM, with occasional evenings and weekends as required.
  • Ability to travel throughout Alberta is a requirement. Additional, less frequent, outofprovince travel may also occur, with notice.
  • Must have a driver's license and an operational vehicle.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to work for the newly ratified Otipemisiwak Métis Government and be a part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada.
  • An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, languages, and art.
  • Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
  • Training and professional development opportunities.
  • A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
  • 3 weeks paid vacation.
  • The Métis Nation of Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please._
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