The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq & Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq
Project Manager, Early Learning Governance
Two (2) positions
(please indicate location preference in cover letter)
About the Organizations
The Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq (UNSM) and The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (CMM) are each seeking to fill the
complementary roles of Project Manager in Membertou and Truro.
UNSM and CMM are tribal council organizations each supporting efforts toward self-determination in their membership
communities across Nova Scotia. Both positions will be staffed in their respective health departments and will work
collaboratively.
Position Overview
The Project Managers will contribute to a shared vision, principles, and path toward governance of Mi’kmaq Early Learning
and Child Care programs in Nova Scotia. These positions will work collaboratively with Mi’kmaq partners across education,
health and social fields to develop a Governance strategy for Early Learning & Child Care. This strategy will advance selfdetermination and transfer of authority to the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia and advise on a future Governance structure for Early
Learning.
These two positions will also represent Nova Scotia at regional and national partnership tables and provide regular updates
to Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq leadership.
Desired Skills and Experience
Strategic planning & coordination
Community engagement & facilitation
Policy review, assessment, and writing
Advisory support and capacity development
Exceptional organization and written communication
Exceptional report writing and presentation skills
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
Post-secondary education, in any field
Experience working with and in First Nations communities
Knowledge and understanding of Mi’kmaq culture and worldview
Assets
Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq candidates
Mi’kmaq language speaker
Experience/education in health, education and/or social fields
Other Requirements
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of an interdisciplinary team
Clear Criminal Background with Vulnerable Sector Check is mandatory
A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
Travel within Mi’kma’ki is required. Other travel may also be required.
Salary/Employment Term: $62,500 – $72,500 per year; two-year contract with possibility for renewal
Deadline to apply: April 27, 2022
Submit Cover Letter AND Resume and to: Human Resources
c/o The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
PO Box 1590, Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 5V3
Fax: (902)893-1520 Email: HR@cmmns.com
We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment
Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Only those applicants who provide up-to-date CV along with Cover Letter and
qualify for interview will be contacted. The successful candidate may be required to submit a current criminal record check. Non-Canadian
applicants must be able to provide proof of current entitlement or eligibility to work in Canada