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NISHNAWBE ASKI NATION
Employment Opportunity (23K PDF)

Nishnawbe Aski Nation is offering an exciting, and challenging opportunity for a results-oriented Mining Coordinator to plan and oversee the overall operations of the Lands & Resources Secretariat, Mines and Mineral Unit. The Mining Coordinator will offer technical advice and advocacy to the NAN First Nations to enable them to develop goals, capacity and activities for mining in their territories. The Mining Coordinator will also review, research, analyze and develop policy recommendations related to the mines and minerals sector.

The position is available for a possible three-year period up to March 31, 2005 and will require extensive travel to the northern First Nation communities.

• B.Sc. University degree in Geology or in a related Earth Science field,
• Minimum 2 or 3 years of experience in the mining sector;
• Understanding of environmental and mining legislation in Ontario;
• Good familiarity with and knowledge of working with First Nations;
• Thorough knowledge of the decision making process for policy development, excellent networking, leadership, and managerial skills;
• Strong relationship building skills;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• Good research and analytical skills;
• Computer literacy: Ability to operate a PC effectively, proficient with Microsoft Word, experience with related digitized data bases;
• Ability to speak Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway would be a strong asset.

LOCATION: Thunder Bay, Ontario
SALARY: $45,000 to $60,000, per year based on experience.
DEADLINE: April 22, 2003

If you require a copy of the job description please contact NAN Lands and Resources Department. Applications will be accepted by fax providing the original copy is forwarded with three references to:

* Only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.