About Native Clan Organization

At Native Clan Organization (NCO), we are committed to supporting healing, strengthening community connections, and serving our relatives in progressive and adaptive ways. Founded in 1972, NCO primarily works alongside relatives exiting western justice systems, their families, and communities, supporting healing journeys rooted in dignity, culture, and self-determination.

Our Mission

"The Native Clan Organization helps and supports our relatives navigate through, heal from, and return to their communities after contact with justice systems and to provide advocacy and progression of Indigenous ways of justice within those systems."

Our Vision

"Our vision is to remove barriers for those relatives who have come into contact with justice systems and ensure they return to their communities to live their lives in their most positive forms for them."

Our Commitment to Equitable Hiring

NCO acknowledges and supports the importance of having a team that reflects the relatives we support. Preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous.

We recognize that qualifications and experience are only part of a person's story. The qualifications listed in this posting are intended as guides rather than strict requirements. If you are interested in this role but do not meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Our Hiring Process

We believe hiring should be relationship-based, welcoming, and accessible.

- Submit your application. Optional video introductions are welcome but not required.
- Selected applicants will be invited to attend an information and orientation session to learn more about NCO, our services, and our helping approach.
- Applicants who attend an orientation session may be invited to participate in an interview.
- Interview participants receive an honorarium in recognition of their time.
- Successful applicants will be contacted with an offer of employment. Candidates not selected may request feedback and may be considered for future opportunities.

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Position Summary

The Executive Pathfinder provides senior leadership, operational oversight, and strategic support to the Chief Executive Pathfinder (CEP) in advancing NCO's mission, vision, and organizational priorities.

Serving as second in command to the CEP, the Executive Pathfinder oversees designated NCO programs, provides leadership and mentorship to program Pathfinders, and supports organizational planning, accountability, and sustainable program development.

Working collaboratively with staff, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community partners, the Executive Pathfinder ensures that Indigenous values, cultural safety, trauma-assumed approaches, and relative-centred helping practices remain at the heart of NCO's work.

Responsible For

Organizational Leadership & Strategic Planning





- Support the CEP in implementing organizational goals, strategic priorities, policies, and operational plans.
- Provide leadership and oversight to designated NCO programs, ensuring effective and culturally responsive service delivery.
- Identify operational challenges, opportunities for improvement, and recommendations that strengthen organizational effectiveness.
- Promote a positive workplace culture grounded in Indigenous values, respect, transparency, accountability, and collaboration.
- Represent and act on behalf of the CEP in designated leadership responsibilities when authorized.

Financial Management & Organizational Sustainability

- Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of operational budgets for assigned programs.
- Oversee program expenditures, resource allocation, and financial accountability.
- Identify funding opportunities, partnerships, and resources that support program sustainability and growth.
- Ensure assigned programs meet funding agreements, contractual obligations, and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with program Pathfinders to identify financial needs and provide recommendations to the CEP.

Staff Leadership & Organizational Development

- Provide leadership, mentorship, guidance, and support to program Pathfinders and their teams.
- Support recruitment, orientation, staff training, performance management, and professional development.
- Address workplace concerns, operational challenges, and conflict resolution through fair, respectful, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Ensure annual staff performance evaluations are completed by March 31, with appropriate documentation and follow-up.
- Encourage leadership development, team collaboration, cultural learning, and relative-centred helping practices.

Community Relationships, Partnerships & Advocacy

- Build and maintain meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, CSC, government agencies, and community partners.
- Represent NCO at meetings, community gatherings, and collaborative initiatives as directed by the CEP.
- Strengthen partnerships that support healing, cultural connections, community reconnection, and wellness opportunities for relatives.
- Advocate for Indigenous ways of justice and culturally responsive approaches that reduce systemic barriers.
- Identify opportunities for community collaboration, program development, and strengthened supports for relatives.

Board Governance, Accountability & Reporting

- Report directly to the CEP on assigned program operations, staffing, organizational concerns, and established priorities.
- Prepare operational reports, program updates, recommendations, and documentation to support executive decision-making.




- Assist the CEP in preparing reports and organizational information for the Board of Directors.
- Monitor program performance, operational standards, contractual obligations, and organizational accountability.
- Identify and communicate significant risks, concerns, and matters requiring executive direction.
- Participate in leadership meetings, strategic planning, and professional development while maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Qualifications

Education, Experience & Leadership

- Post-secondary education in social work, public administration, business administration, Indigenous studies, community development, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education, lived experience, cultural knowledge, and relevant professional experience will be acknowledged.
- Minimum five years of progressive leadership, program management, supervisory, or organizational management experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing programs, supervising teams, managing operations, and supporting organizational priorities.
- Experience with strategic planning, budget management, program development, staff performance, and organizational reporting.
- Knowledge or experience working with Indigenous organizations, social services, justice systems, community programming, or Correctional Service Canada (CSC).
- Solid leadership, decision-making, conflict resolution, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Cultural Knowledge & Relative-Centred Practices

- Strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, histories, values, and ways of knowing, being, and helping.
- Knowledge of Indigenous healing approaches, cultural safety, trauma-assumed practices, and relative-centred support.
- Understanding of colonization, residential schools, intergenerational trauma, and systemic barriers affecting Indigenous peoples.
- Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action.
- Experience or understanding of supporting relatives navigating substance use, mental health challenges, justice systems, and barriers to community wellness.
- Ability to build respectful relationships with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous communities, relatives, staff, and community partners while honouring cultural protocols.

Technical Skills & Additional Requirements

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, the Offender Management System (OMS), and relevant organizational software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional reporting, presentations, and documentation.
- Ability to oversee multiple programs, manage competing priorities, and maintain confidentiality and sound professional judgment.
- Must hold and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 4 or Class 5 driver's licence.
- Must hold and maintain current First Aid/CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification.
- Must obtain and maintain Enhanced Security Clearance as required for the position.

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- In office parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Executive Pathfinder (Winnipeg)
🏢 Native Clan Organization
📍 Winnipeg