Post-Secondary Support Officer
- Tungasuvvingat Inuit
- 1071 Richmond Road, Ottawa, ON
Job Description
It is the mission of Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) to provide Inuit-specific programs that contribute to the health and wellbeing of Inuit, and to encourage and support similar programs for Inuit across the country. With over 30 years of highly successful experience in crafting the design, development, and delivery of a wide range of effective, client-centered services, TI continues to deliver quality programs and services that directly benefit our growing urban Inuit population.
TI’s Post-Secondary Education Program serves in creating a direct approach for supporting Inuit students enrolled in post-secondary institutions within Ontario. The Post Secondary Support Officer provides intensive guidance, case management, and develops appropriate supports and methods to ensure students achieve their full potential.
The incumbent will assist Inuit students with concerns or questions they may have or supports they require which will allow for their successful completion of studies. The incumbent will offer guidance towards appropriate employment opportunities and ensure students have the necessary academic criteria to pursue their career paths.
The incumbent will also connect with Inuit students on a regular basis to ensure emotional and academic well-being, including helping with navigating financial supports. Additional key responsibilities include:
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Supporting efforts to build knowledge and awareness of Inuit histories, cultures, perspectives, and contributions at every level.
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Participating on district committees and task forces to review, develop, and validate post- secondary approaches.
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Working closely with the Indigenous Education Council and any other committees related to indigenous learning.
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Collaborating and liaising with local Inuit communities, organizations, and students.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will understand the mental health, socio-economic, and housing issues impacting post -secondary students in Ontario; Inuit culture, values, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and traditional practices; post-secondary education and institutions, Inuit service provider agencies, Indigenous post-secondary programs, career development and supports for the Inuit community.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, presentation skills, relationship building skills and organizational skills are necessary.
The ability to participate in team, committee and engagement activities, present program information and research, work independently, and use computer applications (Microsoft Office, e-mail, and Internet) is required.
Post-secondary education in a relevant field; minimum of a two-year diploma is required. Two years’ experience in Inuit cultural education, community development or another relevant field is preferred. Assets include working with Indigenous organizations and/or FNIM peoples and communities and facilitation and community engagement experience. Fluency in English is required and the ability to communicate in Inuktitut is an asset.
A combination of related education and experience may be accepted.
Salary and Benefits
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TI offers a competitive total compensation package.
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TI provides paid sick, personal and family sickness leave days, and a 24/7 confidential Employee and
Family Assistance Plan.
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Vacation (earn 3 weeks/year).
Deadline for applications is October 31, 2022.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@tiontario.ca. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at www.tiontario.ca to learn more about our programs and services.
Preference in hiring will be given to qualified Inuit candidates, applicants are encouraged to self-identify. The successful candidate for this position will be required to obtain a vulnerable sector check with results that are acceptable to TI.
Accommodations for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
TI’s main office is located at 1071 Richmond Road, Ottawa, which is conveniently located close to Britannia Bay, walking and biking trails, and all major transportation access points. It is close to major amenities including gyms, malls, and restaurants. Parking is free on the premise.
We thank all interested candidates in advance, but unfortunately, we are only able to respond to those selected for an interview.
What is Tungasuvvingat Inuit?
Tungasuvvingat Inuit is an Inuit-specific registered not-for-profit Ontario service provider offering social support, cultural activities, employment and education assistance, youth programs, counselling, crisis intervention and more. In total, we offer nearly 30 integrated, front-line services! The goal is to be a one-stop resource and support centre to meet the rapidly growing, complex and evolving needs of Inuit in Ontario.
Our core values are anchored in the traditional principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ), the Inuit way of “knowing.” These resilience-building principles invoke: respecting others, relationships and caring for people; fostering good spirit by being open, welcoming and inclusive; and serving and providing for family and community. IQ also calls for decision-making through discussion and consensus; development of skills through mentoring, practice and effort; working together for a common cause; being innovative and resourceful; and having respect and care for the land, animals and the environment.
TI is the only Inuit-specific service organization of its kind in urban Canada offering support through a person’s entire life cycle. As the population of Inuit living outside of Inuit Nunangat now exceeds 40%, Tungasuvvingat Inuit is recognized as a leading advocate for urban Inuit and is prominent within the framework of national Inuit organizations. Our comprehensive agency is a respected leader and the primary model for Inuit-specific service delivery, working in both urban and non-urban settings. Our agency has received mainstream recognition as a centre of excellence in several of our programs. Tungasuvvingat Inuit is supported by more than a dozen public and private funders, including all levels of government. We are governed by an elected, volunteer Board of Directors, consisting broadly of community leaders from across the province committed to fulfilling our vision.