NEIHR Program Assistant

Job summary

Support the development of the Indigenous Organizations Research Support Unit and the Prairie Indigenous Knowledge Exchange Network, including helping Indigenous organizations develop research protocols, budgets, policies, and strategies. Communicate the MB-NEIHR project and support Indigenous students through mentorship, training, and related opportunities.

Job details

NEIHR Program Assistant The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global. Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything. The opportunity: Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the MB NEIHR Coordinator will support the development and coordinator of the MB-NEIHR Project’s development of the Indigenous Organizations Research Support Unit and the Prairie Indigenous Knowledge Exchange Network (PIKE-Net). The NEIHR project has two main focuses; one of supporting Indigenous students through mentorship opportunities, training sessions, creation of mentors for the students and financial opportunities and two of supporting Indigenous organizations and partners in the development of their own research units and centers. This role will be supporting them in the development of protocols, budgets, policies and the strategy. They will also be responsible to communicate the MB-NEIHR project as well as support the PIKE-Net students. The qualifications and experience we’re looking for: Completion of a formal training program in a related discipline from a recognized institute is required plus three years of directly related experience. Experience working with First Nations, Métis, Inuit or other Indigenous organizations within a research environment is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Strong communication skills in English (both verbal and written) are required. Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete complex secretarial, clerical or basic accounting routines is required. Ability in working with Indigenous student in post-secondary environments is required. Demonstrated competence in advanced features of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word) required. Must be able to identify and maintain confidential information is required. Must be able to work autonomously and work on own initiative, setting priorities and making sound independent judgments is required. Must be able to work in a team environment is required. Ability to multi-task efficiently and manage changing priorities is required. Must have strong leadership skills exercising good judgement, tact and diplomacy is required. Effective time management, decision making, problem solving and organizational skills are required. Experience or strong interest in Indigenous health research is required. Ability to interact with students, senior level managers and faculty members with the same respect and tact is required. Must have be able to demonstrate professional manner at all times is required. Ability to meet external deadlines and manage competing deadlines/priorities is required. A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required Why the University of Manitoba? Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employees, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes: Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan. Competitive vacation time. Employee and Family Assistance Program. A full spectrum of professional development opportunities. Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers: https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=50264 Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers. The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only. Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

What you’ll do

Support the development of the Indigenous Organizations Research Support Unit and the Prairie Indigenous Knowledge Exchange Network, including helping Indigenous organizations develop research protocols, budgets, policies, and strategies. Communicate the MB-NEIHR project and support Indigenous students through mentorship, training, and related opportunities.

Requirements

Requires formal training in a related discipline and three years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; experience with Indigenous organizations in a research environment is preferred. Candidates need strong communication, organizational, Microsoft Office, confidentiality, independent-work, teamwork, and deadline-management skills, along with experience or a strong interest in Indigenous health research.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Group Benefits
• Pension Plan
• Competitive Vacation Time
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Communication
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Microsoft Office
• Confidentiality
• Independent Judgment
• Teamwork
• Multitasking
• Leadership
• Time Management
• Decision-Making
• Problem-Solving
• Indigenous Health Research
• Deadline Management
• Tact and Diplomacy

Job areas

• Administrative
• Science & Research
• Education

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