UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional

territories and homelands of many Indigenous

peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River

Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have

continuously maintained homelands in northern

Manitoba since time immemorial. The First

Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into

treaty relationships with the Crown (within our

region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -

and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located

within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has

also become home to other Indigenous peoples.

We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all

Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation,

and learning.

COMPETITION TYPE
Open Competition to the Public

COMPETITION NUMBER
25-144

CLOSING DATE
December 19, 2025

SALARY RANGE
$57,023 to $67,368 per annum
plus, remoteness allowance if
applicable

POSITION LOCATION
Thompson, Manitoba

POSITION TYPE
Full-Time, Regular Position
The position is excluded from
the bargaining unit

APPLY TO
Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca (PDF
preferred format)
University College of the
North,
Attention: Human Resources
P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7
Fax: (204) 623-4414

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Indigenous Initiatives & Reconciliation

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering

more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work

environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and offer a generous Total

Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including

tuition waivers.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Vice President (VP) of Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation (IIR) is accountable for providing confidential administrative

support to the VP, IIR in a wide range of activities including tracking progress of IIR deliverables and related externally funded grants,

stakeholder relations, budgeting, preparation of correspondence/supporting materials, reporting, and supporting meetings. The incumbent

ensures the effective operation of the office of the VP, IIR by directing and maintaining the flow of work, coordinating the VP, IIR’s schedule,

and facilitating communications with a broad range of stakeholders.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Diploma in business, management, office administration or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and

experience may be considered

• Several years’ experience at a senior administrative level, in an executive or professional office setting
• Advanced calendar management skills, including the coordination of complex, multi-stakeholder meetings
• Experience scheduling travel arrangements
• Experience working on projects of varying complexity
• Experience working effectively within a complex and fast-paced environment
• Knowledge and/or experience working with budgets
• Advanced oral and written communication skills including ability to compile, draft and/or edit documents that range in complexity
• Advanced skills in MS Office 365
• Ability to utilize a variety of databases using current information technology
• Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to lifelong learning

ASSETS
• Understanding of project management fundamentals

• Experience and/or knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures

• Ability to speak an Indigenous language

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their
resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational
Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment
organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)

UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous
candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples,
persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given
consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human
Resources.

Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, including

references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).
For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca