STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Employee will fulfill the requirements of this position under the direction of the Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario Executive Director and be required to expand and enhance his/her knowledge, abilities and personal suitability and be able to demonstrate/implement these requirements on an ongoing basis.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
• Post Secondary diploma in social services and a minimum of 5 years equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and work experience in the area of coordinating events.
• Must have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, Zoom, Teams, MS Forms, etc.
• Must have knowledge of the mission and objectives of the organization.
• Previous work experience in an Indigenous shelter is an asset.
• Understanding of the impact of family violence on the individual, family, clan, community, and Nation from a rural, urban and remote perspective.
• Understanding relevant issues as they relate to Aboriginal shelters of Ontario.
• Experienced in report writing. Proposal writing is a definite asset.
• Extensive travel within Ontario required.
• Must provide three written letters of reference.
• Must be able to provide a current and favourable Criminal Record Search including the Vulnerable Sector Screening Report.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and provide a proven safe driving record as indicated by a Driver Record Search, reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance
• Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry.

KNOWLEDGE:
• Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario mission and objectives
• Understanding of family violence and the dynamics of abuse and its effects on Aboriginal women, children, youth, families and community
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• To effectively operate various meeting systems – Zoom, Teams, etc.
• Experience writing reports
• Experience with research development
• Awareness of traditional and non-traditional community resources
• Diversity in the Indigenous community’s culture, values and customs
• Assimilation and the impact on the First Nations family system

ABILITY:
• To speak in public
• To work independently and with minimal supervision
• To follow the direction and instructions of the Executive Director or designate
• To adhere to the Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario Policies and Procedures
• To be sensitive and demonstrate respect for all forms of Indigenous cultures and protocols
• To communicate at a high oral and written level
• To initiate, develop and maintain quality time management skills
• To assess, prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities
• To maintain a good rapport with community resources, ASOO Member shelters and ASOO Associate shelters.
• To work flexible hours – evenings and weekends when necessary
• To be punctual
• To be physically able to lift up to 40 lbs
• To work in a structured environment
• To work well under stress

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
• Enjoys working with First Nations individuals and organizations
• Sensitive to all cultures, customs and traditions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Maintains and respects healthy boundaries with all individuals
• Able to demonstrate personal and professional ethics, responsibility, initiative and cooperation
• Cooperates and works well with others to foster teamwork
• Demonstrates and promotes the values and principles of the Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario
• Objective, respectful and sensitive in the performance of all duties
• Makes rational, realistic and sound decisions based on consideration of all the facts and alternatives available.