Indigenous Learning Advisor

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada- Human Resources Branch

Selection process number 25-AGR-MBSK-EA-HRB-60768

Location Winnipeg (Manitoba)

Salary $96,235 to $104,044 - Salary under review

Level AS-05

Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Duties This position delivers the Indigenous Awareness Learning Series training initiatives for the Indigenous Support and Awareness Office (ISAO) implemented in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Call to Action #57. This position provides an opportunity to create and design your own sessions in a dynamic learning environment. This position reports to the Manager of the Indigenous Support and Awareness Office.

Work environment The Indigenous Support and Awareness Office (ISAO) works to improve relationships with, and benefits for, Indigenous Peoples. ISAO helps AAFC support Indigenous participation in agriculture by improving recruitment and retention of Indigenous students through the Indigenous Student Recruitment Initiative, creating awareness and learning opportunities for federal government employees through the Indigenous Awareness Learning Series, and providing Indigenous and non-Indigenous AAFC staff with cultural supports including contact with Elders, Knowledge Keepers and Indigenous community members. The Office provides leadership and strategic advice to stakeholders on Indigenous awareness topics, supports the Indigenous Network Circle, and provides a cultural gathering and meeting space at the Mikinàk lodge, located on the Central Experimental Farm.

Intent of the process

This process is intended to permanently fill one (1) Learning Advisor position within AAFC’s Indigenous Support and Awareness Office (ISAO). This position requires Indigenous knowledge and lived experience. First consideration will be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to the Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples employment equity group.

Positions to be filled 1

Important messages

As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) celebrates a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace. We are dedicated to building an equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of all Canadians. By embracing diversity and inclusion, we ensure broader discussions, better decisions, and a more positive workplace. AAFC is committed to hiring more Indigenous Peoples and encouraging self-identification. Only online applications will be accepted; if you are unable to apply online, please contact the hiring organization listed below.

- Willingness and ability to work overtime on occasion.

- Willingness and ability to obtain a certification in adult education training, at department time and expense, within 3 years of being appointed.

You need (essential for the job)

Education

- Successful completion of a secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).

Experience

- Experience developing a Métis Nation awareness learning session.

- Experience delivering training to a diverse audience with different levels of knowledge and understanding.

- Experience providing advice on Indigenous issues to management.

- Experience working with Indigenous communities.

Applied / assessed at a later date

Competencies

- Adaptability

- Thinking Things Through

- Planning and Organizing

- Working Effectively With Others

Abilities

- Ability to develop and deliver Indigenous Awareness training.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

Education

- Certification in Adult Educational training.

Organizational Needs

- This position requires Indigenous knowledge and lived experience. First consideration will be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to the Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples employment equity group.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All accommodation information will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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