Anishinaabe Wiidookaa-gagewi - Canada - Bimose Tribal Council Inc.

Description

Deadline to Apply: Friday, September 29, 2023 at 4:00 PM CST

Location: Bimose Tribal Council, Kenora, ON

Summary

The Anishinaabe Wiidookaa-gagewi is responsible for gathering and coordinating community-based Anishinaabe Language and Cultural activities for the Anishinaabe Student Achievement schools, programs and communities.

The Anishinaabe Wiidookaa-gagewi will coordinate and support existing language and culture initiatives. This position requires an advanced level of understanding of Anishinaabemowin and experience supporting cultural activities. They will be asked to participate in community initiatives that support the revival and sustainment of Anishinaabemowin. This position will also meet with Traditional Knowledge Keepers.

Duties

• Ensures that all education programming, activities and resources reflects the Anishinaabe language, culture and traditions of the territory and the communities Bimose Tribal Council serves;
• Works to ensure and improve Anishinaabe student success in coordination and collaboration with other Anishinaabe Student Achievement (ASA) team staff;
• Planning and implementation of the Anishinaabe language and culture program(s);
• Active and regular involvement with the program, its personnel and participating First Nation community schools;
• Organize and/or deliver professional development sessions/training to all schools and staff, as requested;
• Prepare regular reports for the FNSSP Coordinator and the ASA Committee;
• Acts as a translation specialist and mentor to the education team;
• Assist with final program reports and updates as required;
• Follow all confidentiality protocols and policies;
• Ensures record keeping and maintenance of a language/cultural resource library;
• Works in collaboration with Traditional Knowledge Keepers; and
• Other duties as assigned by the FNSSP Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Anishinaabemowin.
• Thorough knowledge of Anishinaabe traditions and culture.
• Experience coordinating programs and activities.
• Familiar with community protocols.
• Any relevant diplomas and degrees would be considered an asset.

How to Apply

Please apply online by filling out the form below, and please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references by the deadline stated above.

Alternatively, you may submit an application by email, in person, or by fax to:
Attn: Human Resources Manager
Bimose Tribal Council Inc.
598 Lakeview Drive
Kenora, ON
P9N 3P7

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.