Director, Indigenous Strategic Initiatives

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada UBC Full time

Staff - Non Union
Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Administration, Level E
Job Title
Director, Indigenous Strategic Initiatives
Department
Administration | Office of Indigenous Strategic Initiatives
Compensation Range
$9,859.25 - $15,380.75 CAD Monthly
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Posting End Date
January 5, 2025
**Note**: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
This position is expected to be filled by promotion/reassignment and is included here to inform you of its vacancy at the University.
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Summary
The Office of Indigenous Strategic Initiatives (OISI) plays a critical role in the successful implementation of UBC's Indigenous Strategic Plan (ISP) across the university. In addition to leading, evaluating and communicating ISP action plans and the impact of funded initiatives, the OISI is responsible for managing and administering the Indigenous Strategic Initiatives (ISI) Fund across both the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses, as well as projects involving university partners and networks. As part of an innovative, Indigenous-led and human rights-based implementation framework, the OISI certifies ISP implementation by monitoring and evaluating all student, staff and/or faculty funded projects to ensure alignment with the ISP.
The OISI also advises UBC leadership on strategies to enhance the experiences of Indigenous students, staff, and faculty. Through collaboration with students, staff, and faculty groups, OISI leads key program areas, supports team development, and fosters community engagement, ensuring that Indigenous perspectives are meaningfully represented. The OISI works closely with UBC Indigenous Programs and Services to promote cross-campus collaboration and support ISP funded initiatives across both campuses. The OISI also plays a key role in mentoring new staff involved in Indigenous programming, supporting their community engagement efforts, and guiding them in navigating institutional processes.
The Director works collaboratively and transparently with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, organizations and other institutions, providing effective liaison with regard to ISP progress and funding impact, establishing credibility and demonstrating the support of UBC for the ISP and commitment to reconciliation. The position represents the OISI, and the university, in meetings with campus and community groups and at public functions.
Organizational Status
The Director represents the Centre to the University community, and represents the University on multiple committees and working groups, internally and externally. Using an expert understanding of Indigenous communities and organizations, the Director maintains collegial and functional relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations as well as with other educational organizations, educational institutions and government agencies at the local, regional, provincial, national, and, at times, the international levels.
Work Performed
Establishes strategic goals and objectives for the OISI. Develops strategic and operational plans in line with the University's strategic goals, especially the Indigenous Strategic Plan (ISP), and identifies areas for continuous improvement;
Leads strategic planning initiatives under guidance from the Provost and Deputy Provost, including those that involve work across several Faculties and units and involve liaison with other institutions and organizations;
Advises the Provost and Deputy Provost on Indigenous Affairs, as well as other units and portfolios, on implementation of the ISP. Identifies opportunities for new initiatives and researches best practices in implementation of Indigenous strategic initiatives;
Advises other units concerning the ISP Guiding Network governance structure for ISP implementation support. Provides consultation to Units and leaders across the organization for the ISP implementation & Self-Assessment Tool and ISI Funds;
Manages Student and Faculty & Staff ISI funding stream projects to ensure continued alignment with ISP, managing financial protocols to ensure compliance and transparency, per ISI Fund Guiding Principles;
Regular provincial and federal finan

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