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Program & Student Service Coordinator

The Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute established by Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) offers post-secondary education and training programs.  We offer choice, accessibility, flexibility, opportunities and support services for our students.  Still in it early stages, the Institute is an innovative, independent institution that currently offers accredited courses in business, social services, website development and early childhood education.

We are looking for a highly, energetic and dynamic individual for the position of Program & Student Service Coordinator.  The successful candidate will have an exciting opportunity and responsibility in helping meet the learning needs of the members in Nishnawbe Aski Nation and increasing their educational growth and successes. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop proposals for current and new programs and projects;
• Consult with NAN communities, for required community based educational program needs, deliverable through the Institute and its partners; 
• Organize program scheduling, application and registration processes, and delivery logistics in order to enhance the educational experience of learners and the Institute’s image;
• Establish and reinforce positive working relationships with post-secondary educational institutions, to facilitate and enhance programs and services, to help build capacity within the communities;
• Manage the delivery of curriculum with excellence by adhering to program objectives and standards in the selection of course developers, instructors, and support workers, as well as the selection of program delivery materials;
• Source and review, coordinate or carry out curriculum design as necessary to meet the learning needs, within approved program plans and budgets;
• Coordination support and counseling to students during their independent learning phases, to encourage and promote success and program completion;
• Organize program scheduling, application and registration processes;
• Manage the delivery of curriculum by adhering to program objectives and standards.

Qualifications:

• Possess at minimum an undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience in management;
• Track record of successful proposal writing, in particular to secure funding;
• Ability to research and identify programs, funding needs and opportunities;
• Project management skills, including team leadership, program and budgetary planning and reporting;
• Knowledge or experience in curriculum design and training needs assessment;
• Experience in any: student recruitment; administration of enrolment, registration or application processes; career counseling; adult education or training;
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with First Nation communities and organizations;
• Possess excellent interpersonal, strong analytical and communications skills;
• Fluency in either Oji-Cree or Cree would be an asset.

If you are able, willing and confident that you can help increase the educational success of the people in Nishnawbe Aski Nation, we invite to submit your letter of interest and a resume, with three references, to:

Executive Director
Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute
106 Centennial Square, 3rd Floor
Thunder Bay, ON  P7E 1H3
Phone:  (807) 626-1880
Fax:  (807) 622-1818

Closing date: Monday, May 29, 2006 at 12:00 pm

While we appreciate all applications for this position, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.