Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is accepting applicants for the position of:

Position Title: Community Developer (2)

Department: Administration Department

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week working onsite 8:30am – 4:30pm

Location: 320 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON

Posting Date: January 13, 2026

Posting Closes: February 3, 2026

Summary:

The Community Developer plays a vital role in advancing the Child Centric approach for Chippewas of the Thames First Nation (COTTFN). This approach recognizes that child well-being is inseparable from the well-being of their family, kind, and community, strengthening intergenerational connections and promoting collective healing and growth through the development of the Child Well-Being Law, sanctioned under Deshkan Ziibiing Anishinaabe Aki Chi-Inaakonigewin. This position is responsible for community engagement, dialogue facilitation, and relationship-building among members both on and off the First Nation.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate dialogue sessions, community forums, workshops, and meetings to discuss child and family well-being priorities.
• Identify and mobilize extended families to support ownership in developing the Child Well-Being Law.
• Conduct research, collect stories, and document community insights to inform legislative development.
• Summarize and report community voices and recommendations in collaboration with the Quality Assurance Specialist.
• Develop educational materials and promote awareness on the purpose and impact of the Child Well-Being Law.
• Collaborate with leadership, Elders, prevention staff, and child welfare professionals to draft and refine the law.
• Foster collaboration across departments to support multi-disciplinary community initiatives.
• Act as liaison between the Nation and external partners to ensure alignment with community priorities.
• Design and implement community-based programs that support prevention, family wellness, and cultural healing.
• Facilitate engagement sessions to gather community input on principles and values guiding the law.
• Ensure that traditional teachings are accurately represented through consultation with Elders and knowledge keepers.

What Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Has to Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits for permanent employees, supporting your health, dental, and overall well-being.
• Access to confidential Family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, emotional, and family wellness.
• employer-matched pension plan to help you build long-term financial security.
• Two-week holiday closure over Christmas and New Year’s, providing dedicated time to rest and recharge with family and community.