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Executive Director - Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute

October 6, 2003 - 5:32pm | by Anonymous

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute has been established under the mandate of the Chiefs of Nishnawbe Aski Nation to develop, design and deliver post-secondary programs and services. The Institute is an independent institution and currently offers courses in social services, website development, language and culture.

The Institute is seeking an Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible for the overall operations of Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute and is the principal spokesperson for the Institute in all communications with First Nations members, federal and provincial government agencies and non-government organizations regarding funding, sponsorship, partnerships, and program offerings.

Reporting to the Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Governing Council, the Executive Director will:

  • Oversee the effective operations and on-going development of the Institute;
  • Make recommendations to the Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Governing Council for the continuing development of the Institute;
  • Liaise with First Nations, First Nation communities and organizations, federal and provincial governments, business, and other post secondary institutions and organizations; and
  • Promote Oshki-Pimache-O-Win and its programs.

Applicants should have:

  • a Post Secondary Graduate Degree in Education or a related field;  
  • significant understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal language, culture, and issues in the NAN territory;  
  • 10 years progressive experience as a post secondary teacher, manager or administrator;
  • significant experience in budget planning implementation and evaluation;  
  • experience working with a Board of Directors, multiple partners and government agencies; and
  • fluency in Ojibway and/or Cree.

Salary is negotiable, depending on qualifications and experience.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and a resume to:

Executive Search Committee,
Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute,
107 Johnson Avenue, 2nd Floor,
Thunder Bay, ON  P7B 2V9

Fax:  807-345-2924

For further information, please contact Steve Chase at (807) 346-2779 or by e-mail at schase@oshki.ca .

Closing date for applications is Friday, October 24, 2003.

We thank you for your interest in Oshki-Pimache-O-Win, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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