BROKENHEAD OJIBWAY NATION – JORDAN’S PRINCIPLE URBAN OFFICE – SPECIAL EVENTS/PROJECT COORDINATOR

Jordan’s Principle/Child First Initiative is a Program designed to help provide support and respond to the needs of Indigenous children and their families. These services, including assessment, treatment and respite, should significantly contribute to the well-being of children and their families by ensuring that all children achieve their full potential.

For any questions, please contact Brokenhead Ojibway Nation at 204-766-2494 or via email at bonreception@brokenheadojibwaynation.com.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Department/Unit: Jordan’s Principle/Urban Office
Position: Special Events/Project Coordinator
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: DOQ

POSITION SUMMARY:The Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the full-time position of Special Events/Project Coordinator. The Special Events/Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating events/programming from start to completion. The goal will be to organize successful events/programming and projects that ensures the Jordan’s Principle mandate, vision, mission and values are met. All events/programming and projects will be planned to meet the target audience and within budget.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Certificate in Management and/or Project Management
• Proven experience as an Events Coordinator
• A proven track record of organizing successful events
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent vendor management skills
• Outstanding relationship building, communication skills and negotiation ability
• Well organized, proven problem solving and multi-tasking skills
• Able to handle stress and remain calm
• Ability to establish professional working relationships with staff, business, government, and non-profit organizations
• Strict adherence to rules of confidentiality and other policies that define Code of Conduct
• Must be willing to work flexible hours on short notice
• Must obtain a up-to-date Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check if over the age of 18 years
• Must be willing to submit to pre-employment drug test and future random drug testing
• Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Please include 3 employer references with resume

Brokenhead Ojibway Nations offers a competitive compensation package.  Preference will be given to Indigenous people and applicants are encouraged to self-declare.  We thank all who apply and advise only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Application deadline:  April 26, 2024

Submit resume & cover letter to:

Susan Fredborg
Human Resources Manager
Brokenhead Ojibway Nation
Box 180, Scanterbury, Manitoba R0E 1W0
Email: bonreception@brokenheadojibwaynation.com
Fax: 204-766-2021
Ph: 204-766-2494 TF: 1-888-295-3884

The Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is committed to equity in employment.