MNO’s culture is at our core
The MNO workplace culture is full of potential ready to be unlocked. As our Self-Governance agreement materializes, we are building a workplace culture of action, responsibility, and most importantly a desire to serve the Métis community. When defining what MNO culture is, it’s difficult, because of our diverse leadership styles, and the different programs and services offered. What that really means is there is a place for almost everyone under the MNO employer umbrella. We recognize people are different, and that is our source of strength. We bring opinions together, welcome healthy conflict, and look to always find answers, not problems.
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What We Can Offer You
Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits and pension plan
Generous vacation allotment starting at 15 day's for regular employees and 20 day's for management
Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December
16 paid public and employer holidays
15 paid health & wellness days
Challenging, multi-disciplinary work environment that fosters learning and professional development
Substantial educational incentive to promote personal and professional growth
An opportunity to make a direct or indirect impact on the lives of the Métis Peoples across the Province
Other perks
Employee Assistance Plan
Telemedicine plan
Health care spending account
Goodlife corporate membership discount
Bell Mobility's exclusive partner program
Staple's corporate discount
Dell member purchase program
Mark's corporate discount
About the Role:
The Northwestern Ontario Métis Community (NWOMC) Environmental and Community Support Liaison role will serve as a dedicated resource hired by the NWOMC working collaboratively as the primary point-of-contact and coordination lead assigned to the Project. The Environmental and Community Support Liaison role is a community and field-based position. The aim of the position is to maximize the realization of synergies between the Project, and the NWOMC.
The Environmental and Community Support Liaison role will be provided the opportunity to engage with Great Bear regarding the Métis way of life (i.e., biological, ecological, economic, social, cultural, and spiritual). The Environmental and Community Support Liaison will participate and organize community and consultation sessions to discuss and present information pertaining to the Project along with Great Bear representatives and third-party experts. The Environmental and Community Support Liaison will support the management of technical consultants hired by the NWOMC or Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Lands and Resource Branch and ensure input from the NWOMC, and regional leadership is being appropriately shared in a timely manner to support project timelines. In addition, the candidate will support implementation of the Relationship Building and Capacity Agreement, and Community Benefit Agreement (where it is finalized) as deemed necessary by NWOMC leadership.
The position will report jointly on the Project to the Environmental Manager or designate and External Relations Manager or designate. This is a permanent position where the successful candidate will contribute to a robust and environmentally safe future construction, operations and closure of the Project.
What you will be doing:
Observe and participate in Project environmental activities, including participating in monitoring activities, as agreed to by Great Bear.
Quarterly reporting on activities completed under those designated Workplans or on-site activities conducted at the Project for NWOMC leadership, MNO Lands and Resources Branch and Great Bear leadership.
Participate and organize community and consultation sessions to discuss and present information pertaining to the Project along with Kinross representatives and third-party experts.
Support designated deliverables and responsibilities as deemed necessary by Region 1 MNO Lands and Resource staff pertaining to the Project.
Bi-weekly update with Great Bear representatives
Manage the technical consultants hired by the NWOMC, and MNO Lands and Resource Branch in alignment with NWOMC direction and policy
Manage the review of compliance materials shared with NWOMC .
Provide necessary updates and reports on meeting outcomes/issues MNO Lands and Resource Branch staff, NWOMC leadership, and Kinross Great Bear designated staff.
Review reports and provide recommendations on project-specific issues to Great Bear in accordance with MNO Lands and Resource Branch staff, NWOMC leadership direction.
Organize NWOMC community meetings in relation to the Project.
Support implementation of the Relationship Building and Capacity Agreement for the NWOMC.
Support negotiations of the Community Benefit Agreement as deemed necessary by NWOMC leadership.
Coordinate flow of information between the NWOMC leadership, MNO Lands and Resource Branch as appropriate.
Support onsite ceremonial or cultural events at the Project.
Provide advice/recommendations on emerging trends related to environmental monitoring to Great Bear.
Perform general administrative duties as required.
Coordinate engagement meetings as required between NWOMC consultants and Great Bear representatives.
Adhere to all relevant corporate Great Bear policies and procedures while working on site.
Support activities that promote regional economic development in respect of the Project, if these opportunities arise, such as organizing meetings that advance contract- and job opportunities for local Metis.
Act as point of contact for community engagement and travel to communities for meetings with NWOMC leadership, LRC staff, and Great Bear designated staff, as directed.
Develop communication plans in respect of the Project, including the development of content, and plain speak communication tools, such as mail outs, website ads, and other communications for the Métis Community related to the Project.
Support the LRC Manager and LRC Mineral Development Advisor as needed.
Promoting the values of the organization within the workplace and in the community by demonstrating positive and professional relationships with others (employees, citizens, council, volunteers, advocates, etc.)
Reporting all unsafe conditions, hazards or practices, accidents and incidents in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and adhering to all health and safety requirements within the GGM health and safety procedures, MNO’s policies and procedures and provincial legislation. This includes the regular use of SPOT devices and tag-in/tag-out procedures.
Performing other collaborative work to improve processes, standards and job/branch-related duties as required.
Qualifications:
Strong desire to act in the service of the Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold rights and culture
Highschool (Grade 12)/GED or equivalent work experience. Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
5 to 7 years of experience in a political core governance operation (or comparable) position
A background in Traditional Land Use, mining, environmental sector, ecology, biology, chemistry, Indigenous/Métis studies
An understanding of environmental issues and Métis issues or a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn about these and other processes and issues quickly
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in order to liaise with MNO leadership, MNO staff, and Kinross Great Bear
Ability to follow and maintain detailed and accurate records, documentation, and policies.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team and individually with minimal supervision.
Strong commitment to a safe work environment.
Ability to work outdoors and in inclement weather.
Experience with boats, UTV/ATVs and snowmobiles is an asset.
Good verbal, written and computer skills.
Positive attitude and excellent customer service skills.
Good time management and organizational skills.
Good trouble shooting and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, office environment.
Preferred:
College diploma or university degree strongly preferred (Mathematics, sciences or computer studies would be an asset).
Knowledge of Métis-specific and broader Indigenous political landscape
Demonstrated ability to manage busy multi-dimensional and multi divisional atmospheres with proficiency in the use of software solutions (would be considered an asset).
AODA Statement
The Métis Nation of Ontario commits to providing accommodation as required by the Ontario Human Rights Act, unless to do so would cause undue hardship. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion. The Métis Nation of Ontario will work cooperatively and in the spirit of respect with all partners in the accommodation process. These accommodations will extend to all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment and selection.
Please email human resources if you require an accommodation during the hiring process.
Special Services Organization
The Métis Nation of Ontario is a special services organization. All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference may be given to qualified applicants who meet the requirements for MNO Citizenship as per the MNO Bylaws and who are in good standing.
The Métis Nation of Ontario uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help in the screening and assessing of applicants within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
