Indigenous Programs Coordinator

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The Faculty of Information and Media Studies at Western University is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about media, communications, and information.  We study technologies, systems, histories and practices to understand the role of media and information in democratic process and the social and cultural determinants of power and agency.  Across our programs, we foster two key capacities in our students: the ability to think critically about the world in which we live, and the skill and confidence to make interventions in our communities and institutions.

Responsibilities

The Indigenous Programs Coordinator develops and implements programming to enhance the recruitment, mentorship and support of Indigenous students at undergraduate and graduate levels.  They also develop and support co-curriculum programming that promotes knowledge and understanding of Indigenous peoples, history, media and culture among non-Indigenous students and faculty.  Working with faculty, academic officers, and the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, the Indigenous Programs Coordinator supports initiatives aimed at reconciliation and the decolonization of pedagogies and scholarly and creative practice.  The Indigenous Programs Coordinator helps to build connections with local First Nations communities and organizations to develop these goals.

Qualifications 

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree (university or college)

Experience:

• 3 years’ experience working with Indigenous peoples, communities, organizations, and/or youth
• Experience giving oral presentations, preferably in an educational setting

• Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit in Canada) with lived experience
• Experience in a higher education setting

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Understanding of Indigenous post-secondary student educational needs, policies, issues, and implications in Canada
• A deep understanding of local Indigenous communities, organizations, and cultural protocols and practices is an asset
• Strong understanding of Indigenous histories, traditions and cultures
• Knowledge of post-secondary programs, protocols and processes related to admissions, with familiarity with Indigenous Student Services and Indigenous admission practices across the post-secondary sector, is an asset
• Ability to work productively in a team environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills, preferably developed in an educational setting
• Proven ability to assess issues promptly, intervene and problem-solve to support a positive student experience
• Demonstrated strong student service orientation, to handle inquiries and resolve issues in a professional and timely manner, including the ability to understand when referral or escalation is required
• Cross-cultural knowledge and understanding of intercultural considerations
• Relationship-management skills, including an ability to collaborate and communicate with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders
• Strong sense of empathy and personal strength
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness and ability to travel locally
• Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate FIMS events and activities

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application.  In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications.  Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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