Jordan's Principle Assistant

3 days ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Nokiiwin Tribal Council Full time

Nokiiwin Tribal Council is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and self-motivated individual to serve as a Jordan’s Principle Assistant. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to the Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinators. This includes receipting, recording, and processing client information, along with managing the financial and accounting aspects of file administration. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of Jordan’s Principle-related activities within our organization, with duties encompassing data entry, coordination, communication, and other administrative functions to maintain efficient operations.

Jordan’s Principle’s mandate is to make funding available for First Nation children, families, and communities, promoting ‘substantive equality’ by providing for ‘culturally appropriate services’ that ‘safeguard the best interests of the child.’

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist with helping to contact contractors and service providers for quotes, estimates and consultation for service coordination delivery
- Assist with seminar or conference presentation for Nokiiwin and Jordan’s Principle
- Provide administrative support to Jordan’s Principle coordinators and team members.
- Assist in the organization and maintenance of Jordan’s Principle related documentation including records, reports and correspondence.
- Coordinate meetings, conferences, and events related to Jordan’s Principle initiative including scheduling, logistics and communication.
- Maintain inventory, reports, and a file system to comply with Nokiiwin practices
- Respond to general inquiries; receive, forward and distribute telephone/facsimile messages appropriately.
- Complete, review and distribute correspondence and communications for the team as required
- Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity when handling information related to First Nation children and families
- Collaborate with team members to identify areas for improvement and contribute to the enhancement of Jordan’s Principle services
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the goals and objectives of the organization’s Jordan’s Principle initiatives

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Two (2) Years College Diploma in related field or equivalent with One (1) year administrative and accounting support
- Commitment to cultural sensitivity required for working with First Nations individuals, communities, and organizations
- A keen appreciation of Nokiiwin Tribal Council’s member First Nation cultures and community aspirations including a commitment to the preservation and renewal of Anishinaabe culture and the Ojibwe language
- Experience in working with First Nation organizations, First Nation Government, First Nation communities and other levels of government
- Proven well-developed staff/public relations and negotiating experience
- Must be highly self-motivated and ability to work independently with mínimal supervision as well as collaboratively with other team members.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data management and documentation.
- Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent computer skills, proven experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation.
- During their course of employment the successful applicant will be required to complete Indigenous Cultural Competency and Trauma-Informed Training, through Glendon Continuing Education.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.
- Successful Completion of a Level 1: Police Criminal Record Check (PCRC).

**4:00 p.m. September 13, 2024**

**Attention: Human Resources, Nokiiwin Tribal Council**

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Administrative & Financial Support: 1 year (preferred)
- working with First Nations children and families: 1 year (preferred)
- First Nations organizations: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-09-13



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