Memory Keeper - West Kelowna, Canada - BC First Nations Justice Council

BC First Nations Justice Council

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West Kelowna, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Organization Summary:

Empowered by the First Nations Leadership Council and in partnership with the provincial and federal governments, the BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC) is responsible to 204 First Nations in BC.

Our mandate is to reduce the overrepresentation of Indigenous people in the criminal justice system and to support Nations as they move to sovereignty over justice.

The BCFNJC is rapidly growing, and we are seeking team members who understand the gravity of this responsibility and are excited by the opportunity.

Indigenous people in BC deserve world-class legal services and programs. We are seeking to hire staff who share our vision and will not stop until we reach our goal. We take our mandate seriously but also strive for a balanced, caring work environment that is respectful and supportive.

Position Summary:

The BCFNJC Memory Keeper and Storyteller (MKS) is responsible for compiling the history of the Justice Council and curating memories to tell meaningful and compelling stories for different purposes.

With administrative support from the Executive Assistant, and in collaboration with BCFNJC's new Information Management Working Group, the MKS will collect documents, artifacts, interviews, presentations, photos, videos, and other relevant records, will get to know and organize that information, and will curate it for different purposes and audiences.

Priority work for this position includes the creation of an onboarding and training package for BCFNJC staff and other media as required, that shares the successes of our teams.

Media materials will be created in collaboration with specific department training coordinators.

As the MKS, your exceptional verbal and written communication skills, thoughtfulness and good judgement will strengthen the connection between staff and the BCFNJC mission to support the well-being of future generations by transforming the status quo today.

The stories you tell clients, staff, leadership, funders and others will further our mandate to uphold self-determination, reclaim legal traditions, and address systemic injustices.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Acquire and maintain detailed knowledge of the Justice Strategy, organizational history, implementation progress and plans for future work.
Conduct and provide research on historical Indigenous timelines and history related to our local IJC communities. For example, research and share the historical timeline of potlach.
Work with the Communications team to create a MKS Workplan and thereafter provide monthly updates to the Director of Communications on workplan progress, items completed, and plans for the future.
Participate in regular meetings of the Policy and Communications teams and where possible work collaboratively with Human Resources, Gladue Services, Indigenous Justice Centres, and other departments.
Organize and make available all relevant documents, artifacts, presentations, videos, etc. for BCFNJC council members and staff.
Support the development of an onboarding program and internal communications strategy.
Assist in the creation of BCFNJC's Annual Report, updates to our website, creation of printed materials, etc.
Provide content writing and copy editing on BCFNJC online channels.
Assist in the preparation of presentations for meetings and other purposes.
Measure communication effectiveness, gather feedback, report findings, and develop action plans.
Ensure the production of highquality, errorfree communications that are in line with BCFNJC branding guidelines across the organization.
Occasionally travel to community and other events to effectively capture the narrative and translate to content that meets the needs of BCFNJC, partners, rightsholders, and the public.
Provide assistance with other projects and initiatives as required.
Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Work Experience:

Two+ years' experience in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or another relevant field
Knowledge of and respect for diverse Indigenous cultural practices, traditions, and laws
Value honesty, transparency, and accountability
Experience in Indigenous community engagement and relationshipbuilding
Confident public speaker and engaging storyteller
Expertise in multiple media platforms
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Ability to deliver creative content (text, images, video, podcast)
Experience with digital technology
Experience and knowledge in copywriting, proofreading and editing
Familiarity with online social media strategies and channels
Ability to grasp future trends in digital technologies and act proactively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Meticulous attention to detail
A clear criminal record check will be a condition of employment

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