The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.

The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Assessment Officer – Post-Secondary Education position within our Provincial Education Department located at 200 Main Street in Winnipeg, MB. This is a term position set to end on October 31, 2025. The Assessment Officer will assist students in applying for and navigating financial support from the Post-Secondary Education Support Program (PSESP) and other scholarships, bursaries, and awards.

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Meet with students virtually to assess student eligibility;
• Provide students with information and connection to MMF programs and bursaries;
• Maintain student files and update databases;
• Collaborate with internal MMF departments to advance Red River Métis students applications;
• Ensure all requested information and documentation is collected from applicants;
• Establish and maintain a network of contacts at secondary schools, universities, and colleges;
• Present information to management and prepare reports as required;
• Deliver Post-Secondary Education programs and services to Red River Métis Citizens;
• Attend and assist with Red River Métis cultural events, career and education fairs, regional and annual meetings;
• Respond to and manage phone and email communications.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Related post-secondary education in business administration or project management
• 2 years’ directly related work experience in program and/or project management;
• Excellent communication skills including experience drafting correspondence and preparing reports;
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain filing systems and maintain confidential records and files;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint;
• Experience working for a government, not-for-profit organization, and/or Indigenous community is an asset;
• Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.