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Attached is a list of courses being offered in January 2007. If interested in applying, submit your resume at:

Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute
106 Centennial Square, 3rd Floor
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 1H3
FAX: 807-622-1818

Oshki-Pimache-O-Win requires instructors for the following courses for the Winter 2007 session:

First Nations Business Administration Certificate

• Spreadsheet Management
• Mathematics of Finance
• Introduction to Marketing II
• Managerial Accounting
• FN Human Resources Management I
• First Nations Funding Agreements

Aboriginal Community Services Worker Program

• Promoting the Needs of Elders
• Crisis Intervention and Response Planning
• Understanding Mental Illness and Treatment
• The Human Body
• Health Administration
• Approaches to Wellness for Women

Native Early Childhood Education

• Introductory Computer Skills
• Methods 1
• Child Growth & Development 1
• Field Practicum/Seminar 1
• Interpersonal Communications
• Introduction to Ojibway
• Introduction to Cree

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PART-TIME OPPORTUNITY - Receptionist

The Receptionist is to provide day-to day support and assistance the staff of Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute. The Receptionist will receive functional direction from the Finance & Administrative Officer.

1. To organize and maintain up-to-date filing system, telephone directory and other materials.
2. Answer incoming calls, acknowledge and accommodate public inquiries for information on Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute, and provide information requested or direct calls to the requested person and take messages when necessary.
3. A basic understanding of MS Office products would be helpful in this role.
4. Provide general administrative and support services as required.

This position will be in the afternoons from 12:00 pm to 4:00pm daily from Monday to Friday.

To submit resume send or drop off at:
106 Centennial Square, 3rd Floor
Fax:  807-622-1818
Email:  info@oshki.ca 

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Ontario Native Women’s Association
212 East Miles Street, Thunder Bay ON P7C 1J6
1-800-667-0816 or 807-623-3442;   Fax: 807-623-1104
General Email: onwa@shaw.ca;
Website: www.onwa-tbay.com

Position: AHWS Communications & Admin Support Intern

Reports To: Community Development Support Worker; Executive Director
Program: Youth Intern  
Term: 3 month probation; one year;
Hours of Work: 35 hours weekly; Monday – Friday, with occasional flex hours required;
Salary Rate: $12.50 - $13.00 per hour;

Mandatory Qualifications: Candidate must meet admissions criteria of funding source (Youth Intern) which is as follows:

• Unemployed or under-employed youth (under the age of 30) who have graduated with a degree or diploma from a post secondary institution within the last three years, are legally entitled to work in Canada, and not previously employed under a Youth Internship Initiative funding Agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); Creative writing and design skills an asset;
• Strong working knowledge of computer software programs, including: Word, Publisher; Excel; Outlook; Internet, Ability to create in-house newsletters and promotional material;
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task; Ability to work independently and follow instructions;
• Knowledge and familiar with basic office procedures, such as: courteous telephone techniques; operation of standard office equipment; data entry; filing; business correspondence;
• Understanding and appreciate for Aboriginal Cultural Traditional values and beliefs;
• A criminal reference check will be required;

General Accountability: Full Job Description Available upon request.

The AHWS Communications & Admin Support Intern is employed by the Ontario Native Women’s Association and is under the direct supervision and reports to the Community Development Support Worker (CDSW); is accountable to the Executive Director, adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the volunteer Board of Directors and notifies supervisor of any deviations &/or recommendations for improvement.

Duties include but not limited to: Assist with design, development and distribution of ONWA AHWS program promotional materials; including but not limited to brochures, newsletters, pamphlets; Assist with the planning, marketing, coordination and scheduling of Community Outreach/ Networking initiatives; Provides administrative clerical support services as required,

Start Date:  As soon as position is filled.

Applicant Deadline: Submit cover letter, resume, three employment references and sample of promotional material by 9:00 am Monday, November 6, 2006 to:

Hiring Committee –  Youth Intern
Ontario Native Women’s Association
212 East Miles Street; Thunder Bay, ON P7C 1J6
Fax: 807-623-1104 or Email: cdsw@shaw.ca

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Position: Health Policy Analyst (HPA)
Reports To: Executive Director
Program: Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy  
Term: 3 month probation; annually renewal upon successful completion of job responsibilities;
Hours of Work: 35 hours weekly; Monday – Friday, with occasional flex hours required;
Salary Rate: $45,000 - $50,000 annually; plus benefits package after probation period;

Preferred Qualifications:

1. A university degree or college diploma in Political Studies, Health &/or Social Services; OR acceptable combination of education, training and min. 3 years work experience as Political advocate/ policy analyst;
2. Thorough understanding and knowledge of current Health issues facing Aboriginal Elders, women and children will be a priority;
3. Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); Ability to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal women in Ontario; Proven track record in government proposal writing and reporting;
4. Strong organizational skills; Demonstrated self-confidence and ability to complete tasks/ lead projects independently; Ability to work within tight deadlines and stressful situations
5. Knowledge of policy analysis, family healing, health care development, including legislative changes;
6. Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills; Ability to delegate and ensure follow thru;
7. Solid working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel; Publisher; Internet;
8. Experience working with a Not for Profit Aboriginal organization and established network within Health field and Aboriginal community;
9. A criminal reference check will be required;

General Accountability: Full Job Description Available upon request.

The Health Policy Analyst (HPA) reports and is accountable to the Executive Director, adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the volunteer Board of Directors and supervises Community Wellness Workers (CWW) in three (3) community sites;

The HPA will be responsible to address the broader areas of family violence and health policy and programming; will identify/ determine existing and emerging health and wellness concerns with Aboriginal communities particularly related to the reduction of family violence, primary health care, health promotion and illness prevention. The HPA will be required to consult with community groups; draft correspondence, position papers, project proposals, work-plans, reports and will be required to represent the Association at regional &/or government committees/ tables.

Applicant Deadline: Submit cover letter, resume and three employment references by 9:00 am Monday, November 6, 2006 to:

Hiring Committee – Health Policy Analyst
Ontario Native Women’s Association
212 East Miles Street; Thunder Bay, ON P7C 1J6
Fax: 807-623-1104 or Email: onwamco@shaw.ca