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Indigenous & Government Relations Assistant
Indigenous & Government Relations Assistant
Head of Indigenous Relations
Head of Indigenous Relations
Indigenous Relations Representative (Consultant)
Indigenous Relations Representative (Consultant)
Donor Relations & Gift Processing Coordinator
Donor Relations & Gift Processing Coordinator
Senior Advisor, Indigenous Consultation and Engagement (ON)
Senior Advisor, Indigenous Consultation and Engagement (ON)
Lead Indigenous Engagement
Lead Indigenous Engagement
Program Manager & Special Advisor, Indigenous Initiatives
Program Manager & Special Advisor, Indigenous Initiatives
Indigenous Initiatives Special Advisor
Indigenous Initiatives Special Advisor
Indigenous Student Support Specialist
Indigenous Student Support Specialist
Indigenous Patient Navigator - NEO Navigation
Indigenous Patient Navigator - NEO Navigation
External Relations Officer
External Relations Officer
Indigenous Support Network Worker
Indigenous Support Network Worker
Indigenous Liaison Specialist
Indigenous Liaison Specialist
Indigenous Support Network Worker
Indigenous Support Network Worker
OECTA - 9057 - Summer Learning Program Indigenous Education (1.00)
OECTA - 9057 - Summer Learning Program Indigenous Education (1.00)
Indigenous Care Coordinator, Ambulatory Clinics
Indigenous Care Coordinator, Ambulatory Clinics
Indigenous Data Research in Residence
Indigenous Data Research in Residence
Indigenous Navigator
Indigenous Navigator
Indigenous HR Intern
Indigenous HR Intern
Tenure Track Position in Indigenous Science
Tenure Track Position in Indigenous Science
Indigenous & Government Relations Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Full Time One Year ContractLocation is Within the GTAStart Date: ImmediatelyHourly Rate: $22/hrClosing Date: Open Until Filled
Make a lasting impact. Work with purpose.
Do you have experience working in the not for profit or charitable sector and have an interest in public policy or government relations? Are you interested in gaining valuable experience learning one-on-one with an experienced Indigenous VP? Indspire is seeking an Indigenous individual for the Indigenous & Government Relations Assistant role who is energized by challenges and passionate in being a part of shaping the future of education for Indigenous people in Canada. Indspire is an Indigenous Charity that has grown and developed into one of the Top 10 Charities of Impact in Canada that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada.
Position Purpose
As the Indigenous & Government Relations Assistant, you would be supporting our VP, Indigenous & Government Relations. During your contract, you’ll receive training that will build transferrable skills in prospect research, report submission, proposal writing, government affairs strategies and tactics, database administration and various administrative skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop greater prospect research of potential public-sector partners at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels of government across Canada.
- Create various briefing notes and prospect lists.
- Research and create public sector partner reports, updating partner records and briefing notes.
- Assist with public sector reporting requirements.
- Gather required information from Indspire’s Student Success, Development, Communications and Marketing, and Finance teams to complete reports.
- Develop reporting timeline.
- Respond to information requests.
- Assist with Raiser’s Edge database updates.
This is not an exhaustive list, and other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
- Completion of a college diploma or degree preferred plus a minimum of 1- year experience in a non-profit fundraising department or in a similar environment.
- Prior experience in public policy, political science or public administration is desirable
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and exceptional process management and organization skills
- Ability to work with sensitive information with complete confidentiality
- Must be detail oriented and be able to manage multiple projects independently
- Proactive and innovative problem solver
- Knowledge of or experience working with Indigenous cultures/traditions is an asset
- Work experience with a charity is an asset
Benefits
- Hybrid workplace that provides flexibility for working from home and working in the office.
- Participate in Indspire’s Learning Plan and access resources through LinkedIn Learning.
- Opportunity to be mentored from staff who are passionate about Indigenous education and want to help you develop your professional skills.
Role Requirements
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Must be a resident of the Greater Toronto Area
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Identify as from a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit background.
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Must be registered (or eligible to register) with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training
To register or check your eligibility to register, please visit Miziwe Biik Online Client Registration
Indspire is committed to ensuring an equal opportunity and barrier-free recruitment process. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request. Please contact us via email at hr@indspire.ca. We appreciate your interest, but only qualified applicants that meet the requirements will be contacted.
Please note that this employer uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this publicly advertised position.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
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About Indspire
Indspire is an Indigenous national registered charity that invests in the education of Indigenous people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada. With the support of its funding partners, Indspire disburses financial awards, delivers programs, and shares resources with the goal of improving educational outcomes for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students. Through Indspire's education offerings, we provide resources to students, educators, communities, and other stakeholders who are committed to improving success for Indigenous youth. In 2020/21, Indspire awarded $20 million through 6,246 bursaries and scholarships to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth, making it the largest funder of Indigenous post-secondary education outside the federal government.