Indigenous Engagement and Education Coordinator

Job title:

Indigenous Engagement and Education Coordinator

Company

Sheridan College

Job description

Reporting to the AVP, Indigenous Education and Internal Engagement (the AVP, IEIE) the incumbent is the first-point of contact for the Office of Indigenous Education and Engagement (OIEE).The incumbent will field queries or issues on a broad range of strategic initiatives related to Indigenous Education including the United Nations Rights of Indigenous Peoples, equity and inclusion matters and/or assists with appropriate referral/direction to other resources within Sheridan. Coordinates consultations with internal and external communities to address strategies and policies.The incumbent organizes, supports and facilitates Indigenous Education and Engagement related training, activities and events. This duty includes promoting events, preparing training materials, supporting participants on digital events, including the use of event platforms, etc.The incumbent provides administrative coordination and support to the AVP IEIE including working collaboratively with the Indigenous Education and Engagement Specialist; schedules meetings, interviews, tracks data and metrics, updates website and social media and provides documentation and record keeping for activities.The incumbent is the lead contact and facilitator for Indigenous committees or councils and will organize meetings, gather reports, create agendas, liaise with Indigenous community members and internal resource members, etc.What You’ll Be Doing

• Receiving and fielding queries from the Sheridan community related to issues such as Indigenous education,
• programming, curriculum, access, inclusion, and the use of Indigenous Knowledge.
• Supporting identification of issues and providing information and clarification regarding the role of OIEE; gathering information to support decisions around the matter.
• Documenting and recording contacts with the Sheridan Community to support record keeping, and organizing a procedure with CEI to address current and future policies that create access for Indigenous learners and community.
• Providing administrative coordination and support to AVP IEIE and other team members.
• Supporting the creation of documents, briefing notes, presentations, proposals and budgets as well as submitting cell phone bills, p- card bills, and other expense reports on behalf of the AVP IEIE, as well managing the AVP’s calendar and meeting requests.
• Providing daily clerical support to the OIEE, including mail retrieval, monitoring the office email inbox, updating website content, scheduling meetings, greeting visitors, taking inquiries, and ordering supplies.
• Participating in other projects and initiatives as assigned.

About YouYou thrive on change making and legacy projects that have meaningful impact with regards to Indigenous Engagement and Education.You have good judgement, diplomacy, discretion and sensitivity embedded in cultural competency.You are an innovative thinker with fine research, analytical and problem-solving skills.You are invested in personal growth and advancement within post-secondary education.You have superlative communication and facilitation and influencing skills and can clearly present and communicate complex information verbally and in writing across multiple levels.You have the skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of diversity in the workplace, value participating in and creating safe, brave and?inclusive environments and thrive in a culture that is inclusive and contributes to workplace equity.You are client service focussed, model approachability, have an aptitude to make connections, support and guide others and may identify as a relationship and community builder.You have exceptional time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills to thrive in a busy work environment.The successful candidate will also meet the following qualifications:

• Indigenous citizenship/membership is strongly preferred.
• 3-year college diploma or university degree in related field such as Social Sciences, Education, Indigenous Studies, Office Administration.
• 2-year minimum experience and knowledge related to current trends, issues, legislation, regulation and practices in areas of Indigenous Education and Engagement.(equivalency to be considered)
• Understanding of the diverse college community groups (faculty, staff, students, campus visitors).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret policies, procedures and collective agreements.
• Proficient with computer software (e.g. MS Office Suite, WebEx, Zoom) and experienced with website content maintenance (including accessible document creation) and social networking tools.
• Experience in a post-secondary, multi-union environment is preferred.

Who We AreEvery member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future ( ), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

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Other DetailsFaculty/Department: Office of Indigenous Engagement & Education
Primary Work/Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Work Categorization: Hybrid Position | On-site at least 3 days/week
Reference #: J0924-1193
Employee Group: Administrative
Payband: NH
Salary Range: $55,558 – $69,447
Application Deadline: October 25, 2024Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact .You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.

Expected salary

$55558 – 69447 per year

Location

Oakville, ON

Job date

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 02:48:07 GMT

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