Locals Unit Liaison

2 weeks ago

Saskatoon, Canada Metis Nation Saskatchewan Full time

**POSITION TITLE**: Locals Unit Liaison

**DEPARTMENT**: Policy & Self-Determination

**CLASSIFICATION**: MGO-06

**SALARY RANGE**: Starting at $67,626.00 per Annum

**POSITION TYPE**: Full-time, Temporary **(1-Year Term)**

**LOCATION**: Saskatoon

**ACCOUNTABLE TO**: Locals Unit Manager

**Brief Overview**:
Under the direction of the Locals Unit Manager, the Locals Unit Liaison will provide direct support to MN-S Locals in areas of governance, administration, and compliance. This position plays a vital role in delivering capacity-building services, fostering engagement, and ensuring that Local leadership have access to the tools and information they need to operate and communicate effectively. The Liaison will serve as the first point of contact for Locals and will support Local-led solutions, strategic development, and government compliance.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide ongoing governance support to Locals.
- Assist Local Presidents and councils in meeting constitutional compliance requirements.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and meetings related to governance and capacity-building.
- Support the development and use of standardized templates, tools, and procedures.
- Support Locals to submit required documentation, including leadership lists, membership lists, and constitutions.
- Coordinate and support engagement efforts, including needs assessments and planning sessions.
- Track and report on activities, challenges, and progress.
- Build strong relationships with Locals and community members, leading with trust and open communication.
- Assist Locals in identifying and accessing relevant funding opportunities.
- Liaise with MN-S departments to coordinate support for Locals.
- Participate in regular team check-ins, contribute to planning discussions, and flag issues for escalation as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**
- Strong understanding of Indigenous or Métis governance and community development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in cross-cultural settings.
- Ability to work independently while remaining responsive to the needs of a collaborative team.
- Organizational skills, including tracking and managing multiple projects at once.
- Ability to translate policy or technical information into plain language.
- Skilled in facilitation, engagement, and community outreach.
- Ability to handle sensitive or politically complex situations with discretion, empathy, and professionalism.
- Strong administrative and recordkeeping skills.
- Respect for Métis culture, heritage, and values, with a commitment to distinction-based planning and self-determination.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- A bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Political Studies, Public or Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
- A combination of relevant education and lived experience within Métis communities will be considered.
- Previous experience working with Indigenous communities or in a governance or administrative support role is an asset.**

**Additional requirements**:

- Must undergo a Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Sector.
- Valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and access reliable transportation.

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