Employment Opportunity at Oshki - Post Secondary Program Coordinator
POST SECONDARY PROGRAM COORDINATOR
The Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute is an innovative, independent institution that offers post-secondary education and training programs to the communities of Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN). We offer choice, accessibility, flexibility, opportunities and support services for our students. Presently, accredited courses in business, social services, and early childhood education are in progress with two new programs starting this fall.
We are looking for a highly energetic and dynamic individual for the position of Post Secondary Program Coordinator. The successful candidate will have an exciting opportunity to contribute to the educational growth and successes of Nishnawbe Aski Nation and other learners.
Some of the responsibilities will include the coordination of the new programs, curriculum development that will involve reviewing and revising course outlines, updating casebooks and textbooks, and creating independent study packages. Travel will also be required to the communities where the students reside for a range of reasons including support, encouragement, instruction evaluation, consultation with local education authorities, program promotion, among others.
Qualifications:
- Research, analysis & project management skills;
- Team building and leadership skills; and report writing;
- Knowledge or experience in curriculum design and training needs assessment;
- Experience in any: fieldwork placement; student counseling; adult education or training;
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with: college partners; university partners; students; instructors; First Nation communities and organizations; aboriginal partners; and funding partners.
- Possess strong oral and written communications skills;
- Fluency in either Oji-Cree or Cree would be an asset.
If you like challenges, and are willing and confident to fulfill the responsibilities for this position, we invite to submit your letter of interest and a resume, with three references to:
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
Email: info@oshki.ca
Closing date: Thursday, July 19, 2007 @ 5:00 pm
While we appreciate all applications, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
At minimum, possess an undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience;