National Indigenous Economic Prosperity Institute

5 year term

Regina Campus

Reporting to NIEPI’s Executive Director, this position is the first point of contact for NIEPI, as such, works closely with Indigenous business leaders and stakeholders to ensure an ongoing productive relationship and maintain regular correspondence with these external stakeholders to provide updates and promote events. The Communications/Outreach Manager will also oversee a number of staff within NIEPI in the area of communications, outreach, and engagement.

The Organization

The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) allows students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life and preserving, protecting, and interpreting First Nations people's history, language, culture, and artistic heritage. FNUniv is a unique learning place specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students within a culturally supportive environment.

The First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution.

FNUniv’s values include wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality.

Duties:

• Support NIEPI leadership in delivering key messages to external and internal audiences.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including investors, clients, and partners, through communication initiatives.
• Developing, writing and updating website content.
• External Communications including the NIEPI’s online and virtual presence, ranging from website development, publications, planning online or in-person events, arranging interviews, overseeing photography, gathering data, providing final edits, and overseeing distribution.
• Identifying and filling gaps in promotional and reputational tools; and providing strategic advice to the Executive Director on matters related to communications and promotion.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists; write and distribute press releases and manage media inquiries.
• Ensuring all communication reflects NIEPI’s vision, mission, and values.
• Lead on Marketing and Advertising: acquiring and distributing various promotional materials as needed; designing and developing advertising for various types of media, preparation of material for various social media outlets such as Twitter and Facebook and working with External Relations on the placement of advertising.
• Manage and guide a team of professionals and students working in communications, outreach, and engagement for NIEPI.

Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Communications, Computer Science, or another related field with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Possess and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to draft, edit and proof a diverse genre of written communication formats for varying audiences and needs
• Ability to identify and execute ways to publicize the successes of NIEPI’s team and develop its virtual and online presence through the creation and maintenance of a dynamic webpage.
• Ability to develop speaking notes for NIEPI’s leadership as needed
• Ability to plan and deliver media events, including preparation of media releases
• Ability to develop and maintain contact lists
• Extensive proficiency in MS Office programs
• Knowledge of university policies, procedures and software
• Ability to gather, translate, and analyze data from multiple sources and aggregate it in reports as requested
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to create content tailored to various target audiences
• Ability to solve complex problems individually and as part of a team
• Proven ability to successfully adapt to change
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, project based work environment and handle multiple, concurrent and competing priorities;
• Ability to work proactively and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team environment
• Experience with software such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Premiere are an asset.

Salary Range: APT Grade 6 ($71,999 - $96,986)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.fnuniv.ca.

Closing Date: August 6, 2025

We would like to thank you for your interest and to all those that applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The First Nations University of Canada relies on section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment for this position. Please indicate your status in your cover letter or resume.

Questions regarding this opportunity can be directed by email at humanresources@firstnationsuniversity.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.