Program Assistant - BIRM / Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement
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About the role
Program Assistant - BIRM / Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship with documentationis a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.
Primary Purpose: The Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement is seeking a student program assistant to support the Building Intercultural Mentorship (BIRM) program.
The BIRM program connects USask students with Indigenous high school students in Saskatoon high schools to build relationships through shared experiences, interests, and goals. BIRM is structured as a wrap-around network of inspiration and support for these students, and they will be able to develop mentor-mentee relationships that will be intercultural on many levels (i.e., education, age, race/ethnicity/culture, etc.).
Students will meet regularly to engage in leadership opportunities, career exploration, goal setting, learning Indigenous cultures and languages, land-based experiences, and developing academic skills.
The program assistant will be a direct support worker to the Director and school Program Coordinators in the implementation, ongoing documentation and assessment, and management of program mentors.
Duties:
In the appointment of BIRM Program Assistant, your general duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
- Support project organization and administration under the BIRM Director
- Support accounting/budgeting and processing payments
- Assessing and interviewing potential program mentors
- Data management, scheduling, and support of program mentors
- Note taking and documentation of program during delivery as needed
- Audio visual material development for social media, advertising, training, etc
- Upkeep of website and social media sites
- Work closely with BIRM staff in shared collection and organization of data and program development
- Organization and management of personal tasks, hours, milage, and spending
- Assist with the atosketan summer work program delivery, including conducting site visits and classroom support
Qualifications:
Education: Current USask student pursing a post-secondary degree (Bachelors’ Degree or higher) in a relevant field of study
Skills:
- Proficient organizational and communication skills
- Confident presentation/facilitation skills
- Experience with photo editing computer programs such as Canva, Google jamboard, slides, etc
- Experience using shared documents, drives, and sheets
- Able to work independently and follow the directions of supervisor
- Innovative and creative thinker
- Experience and understanding of Indigenous cultures
- Commitment to working with Indigenous youth
- Must have clear driving record and access to a vehicle, and obtain a criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
Department: Vice-Provost IndigenousEngagmt
Status: Casual 10 months
Employment Group: Undergraduate Students - Non-union
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): Casual (30-80 hours per month)
Salary: The salary range is $20.00 per hour.
Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 2
Posted Date: 8/19/2025
Closing Date: 8/25/2025
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php
Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Yes
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Yes
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
About University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is leading the way in tackling pressing problems like water and food security. Research, teaching and learning at USask is enhanced by our array of world-class facilities, including the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, VIDO-InterVac, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Centre for Nuclear Innovation.
A range of excellent programs, from business, law and public policy to engineering, medicine and veterinary medicine, positions us to cross traditional discipline boundaries and work together to bring a unique perspective to key global challenges. With more than 25,000 students from around the globe, including nearly 3,000 self-declared Indigenous students and more than 3,000 international students, our strong community and well-recognized experts will continue to drive USask to be the university the world needs.
Program Assistant - BIRM / Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement
Top Benefits
About the role
Program Assistant - BIRM / Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship with documentationis a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.
Primary Purpose: The Office of the Vice-Provost Indigenous Engagement is seeking a student program assistant to support the Building Intercultural Mentorship (BIRM) program.
The BIRM program connects USask students with Indigenous high school students in Saskatoon high schools to build relationships through shared experiences, interests, and goals. BIRM is structured as a wrap-around network of inspiration and support for these students, and they will be able to develop mentor-mentee relationships that will be intercultural on many levels (i.e., education, age, race/ethnicity/culture, etc.).
Students will meet regularly to engage in leadership opportunities, career exploration, goal setting, learning Indigenous cultures and languages, land-based experiences, and developing academic skills.
The program assistant will be a direct support worker to the Director and school Program Coordinators in the implementation, ongoing documentation and assessment, and management of program mentors.
Duties:
In the appointment of BIRM Program Assistant, your general duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
- Support project organization and administration under the BIRM Director
- Support accounting/budgeting and processing payments
- Assessing and interviewing potential program mentors
- Data management, scheduling, and support of program mentors
- Note taking and documentation of program during delivery as needed
- Audio visual material development for social media, advertising, training, etc
- Upkeep of website and social media sites
- Work closely with BIRM staff in shared collection and organization of data and program development
- Organization and management of personal tasks, hours, milage, and spending
- Assist with the atosketan summer work program delivery, including conducting site visits and classroom support
Qualifications:
Education: Current USask student pursing a post-secondary degree (Bachelors’ Degree or higher) in a relevant field of study
Skills:
- Proficient organizational and communication skills
- Confident presentation/facilitation skills
- Experience with photo editing computer programs such as Canva, Google jamboard, slides, etc
- Experience using shared documents, drives, and sheets
- Able to work independently and follow the directions of supervisor
- Innovative and creative thinker
- Experience and understanding of Indigenous cultures
- Commitment to working with Indigenous youth
- Must have clear driving record and access to a vehicle, and obtain a criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
Department: Vice-Provost IndigenousEngagmt
Status: Casual 10 months
Employment Group: Undergraduate Students - Non-union
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): Casual (30-80 hours per month)
Salary: The salary range is $20.00 per hour.
Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 2
Posted Date: 8/19/2025
Closing Date: 8/25/2025
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php
Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Yes
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Yes
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
About University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is leading the way in tackling pressing problems like water and food security. Research, teaching and learning at USask is enhanced by our array of world-class facilities, including the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, VIDO-InterVac, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Centre for Nuclear Innovation.
A range of excellent programs, from business, law and public policy to engineering, medicine and veterinary medicine, positions us to cross traditional discipline boundaries and work together to bring a unique perspective to key global challenges. With more than 25,000 students from around the globe, including nearly 3,000 self-declared Indigenous students and more than 3,000 international students, our strong community and well-recognized experts will continue to drive USask to be the university the world needs.