Job Title

Interim Manager, Indigenous Research and Development

Department

First Peoples’ Centre

Location

College Drive Campus – North Bay, ON

Status

Part-Time Administration

Contract Duration : June 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027 (possible extension)

Hours Per Week

37.50 hours

Pay Range

$49.00 – $55.00 per hour

Application Deadline

Posted until filled

Reporting to the Director, First Peoples’ Centre and Indigenous Engagement, the Manager, Indigenous Research & Development provides leadership in advancing Indigenous applied research initiatives and supports the College in ensuring that work involving Indigenous Peoples, communities, and Nations is aligned with Indigenous research principles and institutional commitments.

The incumbent is responsible for identifying, developing, and leading Indigenous applied research initiatives that respond to community-identified needs and institutional priorities, including advancing and refining existing initiatives. This includes shaping emerging or complex initiatives and piloting approaches where appropriate.

The role collaborates with Indigenous communities and partners to identify opportunities and develop approaches and models that respond to community priorities, which may be piloted through training, education, or capacity-building initiatives.

The role also supports the College by providing guidance on research and initiatives involving Indigenous Peoples, communities, and Nations, ensuring alignment with Indigenous research principles, ethical practices, and institutional commitments to reconciliation, including alignment with national and sector-wide priorities.

Through this work, the Manager develops and advances Indigenous-informed approaches that strengthen applied research, support institutional priorities, and drive meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

Completion of a four-year degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Business Administration, Community Development, or related discipline); Master’s degree preferred; PhD considered an asset

Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in Indigenous research,



applied research, community-based initiatives, or related fields, including experience leading projects and initiatives

Lived experience as an Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit) person

Demonstrated experience in research development, funding proposals, and project implementation

Experience designing and leading initiatives from concept through implementation, evaluation, and reporting

Solid understanding of Indigenous research principles, including OCAP®, reciprocity, and community engagement knowledge of ethical research practices (e.g., TCPS2 – Chapter 9)

Demonstrated experience working within complex institutional environments, including providing guidance and navigating competing priorities

Experience in academic, post-secondary, or research environments, including an understanding of institutional processes and structures, is an asset

Proven leadership experience, including supervision, mentorship, and performance management of staff within a unionized environment

Demonstrated community leadership with the ability to build trust, listen, and engage respectfully with diverse partners

Awareness and ability to integrate strategies that support culturally safe and inclusive work and learning environments

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related tools

Ability to travel and must be able to reliably commute/or relocate to North Bay, ON required

Responsibilities

1.

Applied

Research, Development & Project Leadership

Lead the development and advancement of Indigenous applied research initiatives aligned with community and institutional priorities

Define and scope emerging or complex initiatives, translating broad concepts into focused, actionable work





Secure funding and lead initiatives through implementation and evaluation

Develop frameworks, models, and approaches that support Indigenous-informed practices, training, and institutional change

Assess outcomes and determine appropriate next steps, including continuation, scaling, transition, or closure

2.

Institutional

Alignment, Stewardship & Accountability

Provide guidance on research proposals, projects, and initiatives involving Indigenous Peoples, communities, and Nations

Ensure alignment with Indigenous research principles, ethical practices, and institutional frameworks (e.g., TIPI, Indigenous Research Council, and related procedures)

Support accountability for commitments made in proposals and funded initiatives involving Indigenous components

Contribute to the development of institutional tools, frameworks, and practices that support Indigenous-informed research, education, and service delivery

Support capacity-building and awareness across the College related to Indigenous research approaches and responsibilities

Work collaboratively across the College to ensure alignment and avoid duplication where activities intersect

- Partnerships in Support of Research

Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and partners to support applied research initiatives

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and advance research opportunities aligned with community needs

- Operations, Budget & Staff Management

Develop and manage project and operational budgets, including monitoring expenditures and ensuring alignment with funding requirements

Support the development of sustainable funding models and resource plans

Hire, supervise, and manage staff performance, including project-based staff and student employees

Provide direction and oversight to staff supporting research initiatives, including coordination and implementation activities

Allocate resources and prioritize work to ensure alignment with departmental and institutional objectives

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