Job Description: Indigenous Outreach Worker

Job Summary:

The Indigenous Outreach Worker is a key position focused on enhancing the organization’s outreach and engagement within Indigenous communities. This role involves planning and executing community outreach events, developing communications, and integrating Indigenous cultural perspectives into program designs and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Programs Director to plan, execute, and evaluate outreach events tailored to Indigenous communities.
• Assist in developing communication networks that focus on Indigenous peoples.
• Support the Communications Officer in creating relevant communications for local First Nations and urban Indigenous communities.
• Assist in recruiting Indigenous staff and volunteers.
• Provide an Indigenous cultural perspective in community outreach activities.
• Organize and participate in community events relevant to Indigenous culture and traditions.
• Liaise with community partners to inform about Nokee Kwe’s programs and services, emphasizing adherence to Indigenous principles and practices.
• Clearly articulate the benefits of Indigenous practices to non-Indigenous audiences.
• Lead Nokee Kwe’s participation in significant Indigenous cultural celebrations such as Solidarity Day.
• Represent Nokee Kwe on community committees that focus on cultural inclusion and support for equity-denied groups.

Skills Development:

• Adaptability: Learn to adjust effectively to new challenges and changes.
• Collaboration: Enhance abilities to work cooperatively within a team.
• Communication: Develop strong interpersonal and communicative abilities.
• Creativity and Innovation: Foster creativity in developing new outreach strategies and events.
• Digital Skills: Gain competence in utilizing digital tools for communication and organization.
• Numeracy: Enhance abilities to manage and analyze data.
• Problem-solving: Strengthen decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Technical Skills: Acquire practical skills relevant to community outreach and engagement.
• Other Skills: Develop skills in cultural diversity and leadership.

Required Language:

English

Supervision and Mentoring:

This position will be directly through a shared leadership, receiving both guidance and mentorship throughout the placement.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the Data Architect position by June 9th. Applications should be sent to deba@nokeekwe.com

We are committed to inclusivity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from underrepresented groups. We look forward to exploring your fit for our team and how we can facilitate your professional development.

Nokee Kwe is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified candidates to apply, however, Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Nokee Kwe does not discriminate on basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at (519) 667-7088.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Apply via email to deba@nokeekwe.ca with cover letter and resume attached by June 9th. No phone calls please. Note job title in the subject line.