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Job Overview:  

The Cultural Coordinator will work with the Territorial Planning Unit (TPU) to promote the learning of cultural heritage, and ensure cultural and spiritual protocols are carried out across all TPU-related work. The Cultural Coordinator will work with Elders and Knowledge Keepers across Treaty #3 to support and encourage Anishinaabe identity, hold and/or coordinate Ceremonies, coordinate annual cultural events, and promote the learning and use of Anishinaabemowin.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the TPU maintains a strong cultural and spiritual connection through their work, and support the TPU in all aspects related to Anishinaabe culture
• Lead and/or coordinate in Ceremony, and traditional and/or spiritual practices for TPU initiatives as required
• Build and maintain relationships with Elders and Knowledge Keepers
• Work with Elders and Knowledge Keepers to lead, share, and build knowledge and understanding of Ceremony and traditional teachings with Treaty #3 communities and their members
• Promote the use of Anishinaabemowin in TPU initiatives and create Anishinaabemowin learning opportunities for Treaty #3 youth
• Work with the TPU to create and deliver cultural workshops and initiatives to strengthen cultural connection, language, and traditions in Treaty #3
• Attend and participate in engagement sessions from the TPU, Federal/Provincial Governments, natural resource proponents, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Candidate Eligibility Criteria:

• Knowledgeable and actively participating in Treaty #3 and Anishinaabe culture and traditions
• Can speak Anishinaabemowin
• Knowledge of Manito Aki Inaakonigewin, Nibi Declaration, and the 7 Grandfather Teachings
• Must have valid driver’s license, in good standing, and access to a reliable vehicle
• Must have a clear criminal records is required upon hiring
• Must be able to travel on short notice

The following are considered assets for the positions but not a requirement:

• Experience leading educational workshops and teachings
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful working relationships with GCT3 staff, Treaty #3 First Nations, federal or provincial ministerial staff, and the general public.

Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to the attention of:

Human Resources Department
Grand Council Treaty #3
P.O. Box 1720, Kenora, Ontario P9N 3X7
Email: hr@treaty3.ca

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest in this position, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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