Director of Research

3 months ago

Regina, Canada First Nations University of Canada Full time

Director of Research, National Indigenous Economic Prosperity Institute
President’s Office
Regina Campus
5 year term position
The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) allows students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life and preserving, protecting, and interpreting First Nations people's history, language, culture, and artistic heritage. FNUniv is a unique learning place specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students within a culturally supportive environment.
The First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution.
FNUniv’s values include wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality.
The National Indigenous Economic Prosperity Institute (NIEPI) will positively impact national economic, entrepreneurship, business, policy, and programming across all sectors. The 107 Calls to Economic Prosperity provide a framework for organizations to support Indigenous and societal economic growth, which will support overall wellbeing and parity for Indigenous Peoples. NIEPI will support research, policy and programming development for organizations seeking this kind of growth.
This position reports to the Executive Director of the National Indigenous Economic Prosperity Institute (NIEPI). The NIEPI Director of Research will support the implementation of the National Indigenous Economic Strategy, enact the Calls to Economic Prosperity #59, 70, 72, and 79, track implementation overall, document and articulate impact, and advocate for the advancement of economic reconciliation.
**Duties**:

- Develop, plan and execute comprehensive research plans aligned with the National Indigenous Economic Strategy’s goals and objectives.
- Define research methodologies, data collection strategies, and analysis frameworks to ensure robust and insightful outcomes.
- Provide leadership to all the NIEPI research team through a clear strategic vision and support of that vision through all activities and project plans.
- Manage the research budget for NIEPI by developing, reviewing and maintaining budgets in collaboration with Senior Management
- Manage research employees through effective recruitment, selection, training, organization of functions, establishment of procedures and standards, monitoring of performance and focusing on staff efforts and university goals including scheduling and prioritizing of staff workloads and developing, mentoring and coaching others.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify key research areas and prioritize projects accordingly.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative institute and research environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth.
- Allocate resources effectively, manage workloads, and ensure deadlines are met.
- Direct and manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and implement appropriate strategies to mitigate risks and maintain project momentum.
- Oversee the production of high-quality research reports, papers, and presentations that effectively communicate findings and insights to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure research is of the highest of standards, follow OCAP® (where applicable), Indigenous Research Ethics Boards (where applicable), are data-driven, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Collaborate with internal teams and units (e.g., Vice President University Relations, Vice President Academic, Finance) to integrate research insights into strategic decision-making processes, and to promote research findings
- Present research findings to the President, the National Indigenous Advisory Committee, executive leadership, by providing strategic recommendations and insights that advance Indigenous business development and growth and the National Indigenous Economic Strategy.
- Stay informed about Indigenous and non-Indigenous business and entrepreneurial trends, innovations, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to inform research strategies

**Qualifications**:
Applicants must have an Masters degree or a Ph.D. degree is preferred. (e.g., Economics, Business, Commerce, Social Sciences, Data Science, etc.). Proven experience in leadership, administration, research management, preferably in a related industry.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong understanding of Indigenous business and entrepreneurial history and current landscape
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with a track record of producing high-quality research outputs
- Proficiency in research methodologies, statistical analysis, an

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