Northern Program Specialist - Jobs in Yellowknife, NT

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Northern Program Specialist – Full Time, PermanentLocated in Whitehorse, YT or Yellowknife, NTAre you an organized person who enjoys building relationships and establishing connections Do you value and want to contribute to Indigenous and community work that supports land stewardship, sustainable livelihoods, leadership, and culture Are you an independent thinker with a drive to make positive changeWe are looking for a new team member who is eager to learn and grow within the role. The Northern Program Specialist will help facilitate social, economic, and environmental solutions led by northern people and communities. This position will provide direct support and advice to a northern portfolio of environmental stewardship, social justice, and cultural revitalization projects. The Specialist also makes grants and maintains relationships with funders, communities, Indigenous and public governments, and other partners.MakeWay builds partnerships and solutions that help nature and communities thrive together. Our people, projects, and partners are located across the country. The Northern Program Specialist is part of a team of Indigenous and northern staff that lead MakeWay’s Northern Program, which is focused on Indigenous-led land and water stewardship, language and culture revitalization, sustainable community livelihoods, and emerging northern leaders.If our values align with yours and you want to learn, grow, and develop within a supportive team that shares knowledge and cares, then we want to hear from you! Join us and make a difference.What You’ll Do:Community Relationships

• Identify and support new streams of charitable work in partnership with communities, with a focus on the Yukon and NWT
• Liaise with community partners to understand how best to support their environmental, cultural, and economic aspirations and programming
• Work with community partners to ensure that grants and other supports are effectively delivered
• Organize knowledge sharing events and exchanges
• Coordinate timely and accurate grant docket management, including proposals and reporting
• Data and record management using MakeWay’s database software
• Participate in all aspects of team workflow, including shared accountability for revenue and expense management, and delivering of outcomes
• Help manage large multi-year programmatic budgets with support from the Finance team

Project Support

• Provide a small portfolio of northern and southern projects with day-to-day support including grants management, preparation of contracts, financial review, and timely and informative responses to support requests
• Assist projects with achieving commitments to funders, including ensuring timely and satisfactory submission of funding proposals and reports
• Review and administration of contractual arrangements
• Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure effective financial management of projects
• Actively manage risk to MakeWay and its projects through day-to-day issue identification and problem solving
• Work with projects to monitor and track political activity, fundraising activity, and other charitable reporting requirements
• Facilitate intake and orientation of new projects
• Support projects during the recruitment process, when needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Communicate the regional and issue-based context of the MakeWay Northern Program’s initiatives and projects
• Provide logistical oversight for meetings and events
• Work to develop and implement improvements to MakeWay systems and processes

We are looking for an individual who shares our values and wants to learn in a supportive workplace.Who You Are:

• People person: You’re a natural relationship builder who can establish connections in communities and build trusting partnerships
• Community-minded: You love being in community and trust that local people have the best solutions to their own challenges
• Organized: You can juggle priorities and deliver on multiple assignments while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency
• A great communicator: You can translate complex information into clear and simple language. You are helpful and friendly on the phone, Zoom, and emails
• Analytical: You have an attention to detail paired with analytical and problem-solving abilities. You are practiced at digesting information, assessing importance and risks, and making clear and timely decisions
• Tech-savvy: You have strong computer skills including a familiarity with Microsoft programs and software
• Team oriented collaborator: You are self-motivated and comfortable working in-person and virtually with colleagues across the north and Canada

Experience You Bring:

• A deep appreciation for the North and its people
• Understanding of northern Indigenous history and aspirations
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Some general financial oversight skills
• Knowledge of charity regulatory environment and reporting requirements, fundraising, grant development and reporting
• Comfort working with a diversity of small organizations and community initiatives
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• A deep appreciation for traditional foods!

It Would be a Bonus if You Have:

• Familiarity with Indigenous-led stewardship approaches
• Experience in the charitable/non-profit sector

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to enable community-led impact in northern Canada
• Full time annual salary of $72,492-$88,250 (dependent on experience you bring)
• In addition to salary, a Northern Living Allowance of $3,771 - $6,285 (Whitehorse) or $11,331 - $18,885 (Yellowknife)
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and an annual RRSP contribution
• Three weeks’ vacation plus statutory holidays and an annual winter holiday break.
• Flexible, diverse, and engaging work environment
• Committed colleagues and fun team
• High level of responsibility and autonomy
• Opportunities and support for professional learning and growth

How to Apply:Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@makeway.org by November 18, 2022. In your cover letter please share what makes you an ideal fit for this position and why you want to join the MakeWay Team.The Northern Program Specialist position will ideally be based in Whitehorse, though Yellowknife is feasible as well. However, all interested candidates in the Yukon or NWT should apply as there may be some flexibility in position location.Preference will be given to Indigenous and northern candidates.MakeWay is strongly committed to creating a diverse workplace community and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the selection process, please contact the People Engagement and Learning department at MWPEL@makeway.org.Only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. No recruiters please!Quick Apply

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