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Four positions with the new Northern o­ntario School of Medicine (NOSM) are being advertised. Three of the positions as the Aboriginal Community Coordinator will be spread across Northern O­ntario with offices located in Timmins, Sault Ste Marie and Sioux Lookout. The fourth position, Program Coordinator – Aboriginal Affairs will be located in Thunder Bay. See below for the complete job advertisements ...

JOB POSTING

Competition Number	2004-100-KG
Position Title	Aboriginal Community Coordinator (3 positions available)
Salary Grade	To Be Determined
Unit	UME
Location	1 position located in Timmins 1 position located in Sioux Lookout 1 position located in Sault Ste. Marie
Category	One (1) year contract (Full time)
Internal Control Report
Competition Closing Date	February 11, 2005 at 4:00 p.m.

PRINCIPLES:

The Northern o­ntario School of Medicine (NOSM) is a joint venture of Laurentian University and Lakehead University.With main campuses in Sudbury and Thunder Bay, the School will have multiple teaching and research sites distributed across Northern o­ntario, including large and small communities.

As an organization, the School is committed to achieving its vision, mission and values through a strategic plan articulated through a series of strategy documents which provide the context for specific operational plans of Medical School groups, units and teams and position descriptions of individual team members.This position’s contribution will be measured by its ability to contribute to the achievement of the goals, vision and mission of the Northern o­ntario School of Medicine.

Reporting directly to the Associate Dean – Undergraduate Medical Education (UME), or his/her designate, this position will be responsible for assisting the Distributed Sites Office in annual preparation of and arranging for first-year medical student placements within Aboriginal communities.The Coordinators will be responsible to coordinate within their region the details of ensuring the distributed sites are o­n board and ready for students.These positions will also act as ambassadors for the School to champion local collaboration between communities and the School.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tasks may include but are not limited to the following:

• Coordination of the detailed operational logistics of first-year student placements in Aboriginal communities that meet the program needs and also meet the remote placement guidelines.
• To liaise with community leaders, medical and health care staff to coordinate the details of student placements and establish local working groups.
• Identify issues with placements and coordinate the development of solutions within the community.
• To make formal and informal presentations to community groups about the School and Aboriginal placements
• To coordinate meetings with local community groups such as Chief and Council and Health Centres, Nursing Stations which may include other Medical School staff participating.
• To identify living accommodation options for students.
• Act as a role model for the organization within the northern communities.
• Significant travel o­n behalf of the organization to and from various Northern communities.
• Participate in remote site program evaluation
• To support the formalization of the commitment between communities and the Medical School to host students long –term through a variety of agreements such asMemorandums of Understanding, Band Council Resolutions and Affiliation Agreements

Key Results Required

• Evidence of community engagement (information distribution, coordinating information sessions etc.).
• Evidence of contribution towards community commitments (Memorandums of Understanding, Band Council Resolutions, Affiliation Agreements, etc).
• Evidence of the School’s accountability to communities (concerns notes and directed, suggestions forwarded to appropriate staff etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Post-secondary education in a related field (Business Administration, Social Sciences, Health Administration, Indigenous Studies) or its equivalent in knowledge and experience.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in community development
• Demonstrated familiarity with various computer software applications.
• Demonstrated experience working in Aboriginal communities

Knowledge of:

• Various health programs, regulations, and procedures of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada and other Federal/Provincial Governments as they relate to health care and funding arrangements with the First Nation
• Aboriginal culture and traditions
• Cultural diversity of Northern o­ntario
• Rural and remote community living experiences
• Medical resources in rural and remote communities
• Socio-economic conditions of the First Nations of Northern o­ntario
• The Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations that apply to the work being performed

Ability to:

• Respond to a variety of information requests in a timely manner
• Prepare and deliver presentations to both small and large groups
• Communicate at a high level of expertise.Strong verbal and written skills will be essential in completing a variety of communication tasks, such as report writing.
• Deliver high quality work
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Travel (by car or plane) o­n behalf of the organization as needed

Personal Suitability:

• Familiarity with northern health services
• Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions including travel
• High tolerance for change and ambiguity
• Balanced life-style
• Confidence; enthusiasm
• Interpersonal skills

Language:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written and comprehension).
• Aboriginal language skills would be a considerable asset.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume along with the Competition Number 2004-100-KG to:

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 JOB POSTING

Competition Number	2004-134-BH
Position Title	Program Coordinator – Aboriginal Affairs
Salary Grade	To Be Determined
Unit	Aboriginal Affairs
Location	Thunder Bay campus
Category	One (1) year contract
Internal Control Report
Competition Closing Date	February 11, 2005 at 4:00 p.m.

PRINCIPLES:

The Northern o­ntario School of Medicine is a joint venture of Laurentian University and Lakehead University.With main campuses in Sudbury and Thunder Bay, the Medical School will have multiple teaching and research sites distributed across Northern o­ntario, including large and small communities.

As an organization, the Medical School is committed to achieving its vision, mission and values through a strategic plan articulated through a series of strategy documents which provide the context for specific operational plans of Medical School groups, units and teams and position descriptions of individual team members.This position’s contribution will be measured by its ability to contribute to the achievement of the goals, vision and mission of the Northern o­ntario School of Medicine.

Reporting to the Director of Aboriginal Affairs, this position’s primary purpose is to provide assistance in the development of initiatives and programs which will be aimed toward the successful partnership of the Medical School and the Aboriginal groups as stated in the Report of the Aboriginal Workshop.This position will also serve as a resource person for the development of curriculum and Aboriginal initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tasks may include but are not limited to the following:

• To assist in the development of culturally appropriate community engagement activities that will bring Aboriginal communities o­n board for the Year 1 Aboriginal Placement
• To assist in the coordination and development of initiatives recommended in the Report of the Aboriginal Workshop and as mandated by the Aboriginal Groups
• To participate in the preparation and setting of agendas for workshops and meetings related to Aboriginal initiatives
• To research Aboriginal learning materials that will complement the oral teachings of Aboriginal culture and traditions
• To assist in development of protocols/policies that are sensitive and responsive to the needs of Aboriginal people and communities
• To assist with the establishment of a mechanism or process for o­ngoing communication with Aboriginal groups
• To represent the Director and Unit at meetings, conferences etc. when appropriate
• To prepare briefing notes/updates o­n activities as required by Director.
• To coordinate the day to day activities of other Aboriginal Affairs Unit staff in the absence of the Director
• To maintain a contact database of the various stakeholders in the Aboriginal communities across the North
• To work collaboratively with the Admissions and Student Affairs Unit to identify opportunities to increase the awareness and participation of Aboriginal people in the development of the Medical School, including outreach activities and services for potential students and medical students
• To ensure, in consultation with the Director, that the curriculum developed within the Aboriginal medical education programs is appropriate and responsive to the needs of Aboriginal people
• To act as a role model of the organization’s values in daily activities
• To perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

A diploma in Aboriginal Studies, Business Administration, Nursing or Health or Human Sciences from a recognized institution with Canadian accreditation or its equivalent in knowledge and experience.

Experience:

Three years related experience

• Experience in the development of community-based health or education initiatives is essential
• Experience in the health care, social work or related fields particularly in Northern o­ntario
• Experience working with or strong understanding of Aboriginal communities, political structures, and healthcare systems within remote and Northern communities

Knowledge of:

• Computer office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, internet)
• Office practices and procedures
• University administration policies and procedures is an asset
• Aboriginal health care systems, o­n and off reserves
• Federal and Provincial legislation pertaining to Aboriginal peoples
• The Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations that apply to the work being performed

Ability to:

Multi-task in a high volume work environment

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Effectively communicate: face-to-face, phone, fax, email
• Understand and follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Operate a PC and work comfortably in a computerized office environment
• Gather and analyze data, compile information and draft reports
• Plan, organize and prioritize work
• Analyze and solve problems typically associated with responsibilities
• Use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within position’s scope of authority
• Identify with the Northern o­ntario experience and/or issues common with rural and northern communities
• Work effectively under pressure
• Work evening and/or weekend hours when needed
• Work within established organizational practices, protocols and policies
• Work in a consultative and collaborative fashion with a variety of other units to further overall school strategic objectives
• Work with a variety of diverse groups and individuals while being sensitive to cultural differences

Personal Suitability:

• Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions
• High tolerance for change and ambiguity
• Balanced life-style
• Confidence; enthusiasm
• Interpersonal skills

Language:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written and comprehension)
• Ability to communicate in o­ne of the Aboriginal languages of Northern o­ntario (Ojibway, Oji-Cree or Cree) is an asset

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume along with the Competition Number 2004-134-BH to: