35 hr/week - 1 yr Fixed Term - Contract, Possibility of Permanency

Position Summary:

The Project Coordinator will assist in the management of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation’s Project Coordinator lead in assigned projects, overseeing and monitoring project functions, reporting, and budgeting.

The Project

Coordinator will manage assigned projects and working groups and coordinate necessary administrative functions associated with working group activities; implement assigned projects that will include researching, planning, budgeting, and documenting all aspects of the work projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Delivery

- Support overall assigned projects including and not limited to:
- Project cost, scope, time management and the associated reporting, benchmarking and scheduling of the activities to meet project objectives;
- Developing agendas, maintaining meeting records and supporting community engagement.
- Manage implementation of the working group projects;
- Development and implementation of funding agreements;
- Effectively communicating project progress to working group members, employees, colleagues, and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner;
- Developing requests for proposals (RFP) for any projects requiring contracted specialists;
- Evaluation of the RFP bids;
- Tracking project established milestones and deliverables of projects;
- Obtaining bi-weekly status reports from contracted specialists or others involved in projects;
- Engaging with appropriate contractors or resources of the parties to provide technical assistance;
- Preparing written correspondence as needed such as plans, reports and memoranda etc.;
- Facilitating development of community outreach and engagement;

For full please email our HR Recruitment Team.

REQURIEMENTS:

- Post-secondary diploma or certificate in Office Administration/Business/Public Administration,



Project Management or related field and a minimum of two years demonstrated work experience in facilitation, project management, developing and delivering programs, services and projects start to finish (preferably with a First Nation community and/or organization) OR;
- Secondary School Diploma with three (3) or more years demonstrated work experience in facilitation, project management, developing and delivering programs, services and projects start to finish (preferably with a First Nation community and/or organization) and experience in developing requests for proposals.

How to Apply

- Cover Letter
- Current Resume
- Three (3) professional/work-related references that include name, phone number and email address.

Submit to:

Human Resources Department

Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation

1657A Mishomis Inamo, Pikwakanagan, Ontario, K0J 1X0

[email protected]

Subject Line: Project Coordinator

Please allow for 24 hours to receive a ‘Confirmed Receipt’ of your application submission should you apply via email.

Application Procedure: Interested persons must submit a resume demonstrating that they meet the requirements outlined and the names and day contact telephone numbers of three (3) professional references.

Screening Procedure: Applicant must not be a member of the supervisor’s immediate family. The best qualified candidate will be defined and determined so as to include the following: Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to:





a) the qualified indigenous person who is an Algonquin; then to,

b) the qualified indigenous person; then to,

c) the qualified non-indigenous candidate.

Interviews: Interviews will be conducted in-person or virtually by Teams Meeting. AOPFN has the right to shortlist for interview/assessment purposes of the five (5) most qualified persons and typically establishes an eligibility list.

Employee Benefits:

- Pension Plan for Permanent Employees
- Comprehensive Advantages Package for Permanent Employees
- Paid Sick Days
- Paid Personal Days
- 4% Vacation
- 2 Week Paid Holiday Shutdown
- 14 Provincial and Federal Statutory Holidays
- Half days on Fridays prior to holiday Mondays
- Health Spending Account (Dental, Vision, Prescriptions, etc.)
- Milestone Recognitions & Rewards

(Conditions Apply for above) We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We therefore encourage women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the above mentioned Employment Equity Designated Groups.

AOPFN is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the recruitment representative in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Pay: $51,122.00-$58,686.00 per year

Benefits

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Project Coordinator (Golden Lake)
🏢 Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
📍 Golden Lake