Chief of Staff

4 weeks ago


Timmins, Ontario, Canada Métis Nation of Ontario Full time
About the Role

The Métis Nation of Ontario is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief of Staff to support the Provincial Secretaries in their critical role. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Chief of Staff will provide strategic guidance and operational support to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services to Métis citizens.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Provincial Secretaries' office, ensuring seamless coordination with MNO administration and senior leadership.
  • Provide strategic advice and guidance to the Provincial Secretaries on governance, policy, and operational matters.
  • Develop and implement effective strategies to advance the MNO's overall strategy, objectives, and goals.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with MNO staff, external stakeholders, and government partners.
  • Ensure the timely and effective delivery of programs and services to Métis citizens.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of Chief of Staff or leadership experience in an Indigenous or non-Indigenous government setting.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as Public Service/Government Operations/Political Science.
  • Advanced communications skills, both written and verbal.
  • Exceptional project coordination, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of self-awareness.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve conflicts and manage challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire and expand knowledge and be flexible in a demanding and dynamic environment.
  • Outstanding leadership skills with a focus on relationship-building and promoting unity across differing views.
  • Excellent communication and public speaking skills, including effective interpersonal skills and political acumen.
  • A strong understanding of Métis governance structures and decision-making processes, as well as federal and provincial governments, and other governance processes and priorities.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking skills and capability to set and achieve short and long-term goals, develop strategies, and make informed decisions based on a variety of cultural, operational, and governance inputs.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced multi-issue environment, serving a wide range of varied internal and external interests.
  • Strong desire to act in the service of Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold rights and culture (preference will be given to applicants who meet the requirements for MNO Citizenship as per the MNO Bylaws).
  • Significant knowledge of Métis rights, governance, and policy issues and principles at a local, provincial, and national/international level.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Métis history, culture, rights, and contemporary legal, governance, and political issues affecting Métis citizens and Métis governments in Ontario and Canada.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills, a high degree of self-awareness, and political acuity.
  • Ability to work extended hours or on weekends as required.
  • Willing and able to travel with overnight stays in other provinces (at times).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Métis-specific and broader Indigenous key challenges, and programs and services.
  • Preference will be given to Métis applicants (pursuant to S.14(1)) of the Ontario Human Rights Code.
  • Bilingualism (considered an asset).

The Métis Nation of Ontario is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing accommodation as required by the Ontario Human Rights Act, unless to do so would cause undue hardship. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion.

Please note, all employees, regardless of role or location, are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless the employee has a valid medical exemption. This condition of employment is effective for all employees, full or part-time, permanent or contract, whether working remotely or not, as of November 1, 2021.



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