Internal/External Posting
Full-time/Permanent and Term (1-year)
- (1) full-time permanent
- (1) one-year parental leave coverage
Location: Kenora, Atikokan, Dryden or Fort Frances
Position Type: Fixed (full-time in-office)
Closes: Open until filled.
Starting Salary: $46, 610 to $49, 870, per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $60, 600 [2022 Rates].
As an employer, the Métis Nation of Ontario offers a collaborative work environment with competitive salary.
Further, contract employees benefit from:
- Optional pension plan,
- 4% vacation pay,
- Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December-January,
- 16 paid public and employer holidays,
- Early closures on long weekends,
- 15 paid health & wellness days (sick leave),
- Employee Assistance Plan, and
- Telemedicine plan.
- Preferred membership pricing at Goodlife gyms.
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As an employer, the Métis Nation of Ontario offers a collaborative work environment with competitive salary
Further, permanent employees benefit from:
- Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits,
- Pension plan,
- 10 days’ vacation to start,
- Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December-January,
- 16 paid public and employer holidays,
- Early closures on long weekends,
- 15 paid health & wellness days (sick leave),
- Employee Assistance Plan, and
- Telemedicine plan.
- Preferred membership pricing at Goodlife gyms.
The Role
The prime objective of the Consultation Coordinator in the Lands, Resources and Consultations (LRC) Branch of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is to provide coordination support to the LRC Branch and the Regional Consultation Committee (RCC) in relation to the MNO’s consultations on a variety of projects, issues and initiatives, which may impact Métis community rights, interests and way of life. The Consultation Coordinator will support the MNO’s consultation framework and regional consultation protocols, and the related processes relating to the Crown’s Duty to Consult, comply, and Accommodate Indigenous peoples.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Plan and execute engagement activities with the RCCs and the MNO community, such as virtual and in-person consultation meetings, site tours and community information sessions etc.
- Develop and maintain contacts with proponents, government departments relevant to projects.
- Maintain a thorough record of all activities and consultations associated with projects, relevant issues and initiatives.
- Develop communications for MNO communities, such as letters, invitations, Métis Voyageur advertisements, brochures, research briefings and webpage postings etc.
- Prepare meeting agendas, minutes and briefing notes for senior staff and MNO leadership
- Work collaboratively with other staff of the LRC Branch, the MNO, provide regular updates to the internal project team via summary reports and online meetings.
- Working together with the Regional Consultation Committee, provide regular updates to the external project team via summary reports and online meetings.
Skills
- High degree of technology literacy and proficiency in standard office equipment
- Advanced communications skills
- Superior organization skills and time/priority-management
- Highly detail-oriented
- Ability to work alone/independently with minimal supervision
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Event planning
Qualifications
- Completion of post-secondary education (college or university) in environmental studies, social sciences or resource and environmental management, or a related field.
- 1-year experience working in not-for-profit, indigenous or government organizations coordinating and delivering programs and/or services
Positions at the MNO may require the following:
- A reliable vehicle (or ability to rent), driver’s licence, $1,000,000 liability insurance, and a clean driving record
- Flexibility to work extended hours as necessary
- Ability to occasionally travel within Ontario for limited periods of time
Who We Are
In 1993, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) was established through the will of Métis people and Métis communities coming together throughout Ontario to create a Métis-specific governance structure and vision, encapsulated in the Statement of Prime Purpose. Today, the Métis Nation of Ontario represents over 25,000 Métis citizens.
The MNO delivers programs and services to its citizens through these branches: Healing and Wellness; Community Wellbeing; Education and Training; Housing; Lands, Resources and Consultation; Intergovernmental and Community Relations; Self-Government and Registry. Through these various branches, the MNO maintains 30+ offices and community spaces across the province, administers over $50 million annually, and employs about 350 staff across the province.
AODA Statement
The Métis Nation of Ontario commits 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. The Métis Nation of Ontario will work cooperatively and in the spirit of respect with all partners in the accommodation process. These accommodations will extend to all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment and selection.
Please email humanresources@metisnation.org if you require an accommodation during the hiring process.
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.