Post-secondary & Adult Education Coordinator

The Post-Secondary & Adult Education Coordinator will guide the development, planning, and execution of multiple complex programs in support of and in alignment with the department’s strategic plan to reach the vision and mission of the department and WRFN. The Post Secondary and Adult Education Coordinator will establish and maintain strong internal and external partnerships and strong connections to students and adult learners to support the successful completion of school and facilitate entry into careers._

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Post-Secondary Program**
- Administers the Whitefish River First Nation’s (WRFN) Post-Secondary Education (PSE) program under WRFN’s PSE program policy and guidelines.

**Adult Education**
- Address any challenges adult learners face in overcoming barriers to learning and education to help them achieve their full potential.
- Promote positive attitudes from learners towards education to ensure students benefit fully from the opportunities available.
- Assist with intervention strategies for students who experience barriers to learning or attending school.

**Counselling and Collaboration**
- Interact regularly with all students through virtual or in-person meetings.
- Provide advocacy and liaison services to enable students and adult learners to reach their academic and career goals.
- Manage the day-to-day project activities, interacting with students, Colleges and Universities, and other funding agencies as needed.

**Administration**
- Maintain an accurate, up-to-date filing system and database for WRFN-sponsored and supported students.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Diploma in Business, Education, Social Work, or Community Development.
- Experience managing or coordinating a First Nation departmental budget or program over 2-3 years.
- Class G Driver's license, reliable vehicle, and the ability to travel.
- Experience in delivering presentations and in meeting coordination.
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and proficiency in promotional computer software.
- Previous experience working within a First Nation education sector would be an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of best practices in advising and career coaching.
- Experience developing and maintaining school partnerships.
- Knowledge and appreciation of Anishinabek Culture, traditions, language, and history.
- Writing skills to prepare plans, reports, presentations, correspondence, and other documents.

**SKILLS**:

- Knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, and beliefs.
- Lived experience as an Indigenous student and person accessing post-secondary programs.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and accuracy;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, professional manner, tact, diplomacy, and ability to work well with all levels of school staff and students.
- Strong and accurate data entry skills and intermediate skills with databases.
- Demonstrated ability to handle conflicting priorities and deadlines; to interpret and advise on policy.
- Excellent multi-tasking skills under high-stress situations.
- Patience and ability to develop collaborative relationships with internal and external constituents.
- Ability to create a welcoming student environment and provide excellent customer service.
- Sound knowledge of School and WRFN policies and procedures.
- Must provide an up-to-date Police Vulnerable Sector Screening Check upon hire.

**Applications must be submitted by noon on December 13th, 2024.**

Interested applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter, two (2) work-related references, one (1) character reference (with contact information) and applicable education diplomas/certifications to:
**CONFIDENTIAL: POST SECONDARY & ADULT EDUCATION COORDINATOR**

Whitefish River First Nation

17-A Rainbow Ridge Road, P.O. Box 188; Birch Island, ON P0P1A0

**_ Miigwetch to all who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted._