Director Gabriel Dumont Institute Training & Employment

Gabriel Dumont Institute; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A Métis cultural and educational institute in Saskatoon is seeking a Director to lead initiatives across Saskatchewan. The role involves strategic leadership, operational oversight, and collaboration with several stakeholders to promote Métis culture and employment services. Candidates should possess a Master’s Degree and significant experience in management. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, with applications due by October 10, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

3 year term with possibility of renewal

Qualifications

• Several years of related experience in the career and employment services sector.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a senior management role.
• Ability to work cooperatively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for GDITE initiatives.
• Manage human resources and supervise senior administrative and regional staff.
• Liaise with federal, provincial, and Métis Nation partners.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Understanding of Métis culture

Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant area

Job description

Overview

Director Gabriel Dumont Institute Training & Employment

Location: Saskatoon

Type: Full Time

Posting Date: Sep 10, 2025

Closing Date: Oct 10, 2025

Employer: Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research

Mission: To promote the renewal and development of Métis culture through research, materials development, collection and distribution of those materials, and the design, development and delivery of Métis-specific educational programs and services.

Competition Code: 2503 300S Oct 10

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Gabriel Dumont Institute (GDI), provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all GDITE initiatives delivered across Saskatchewan’s twelve (12) Métis Nation–Saskatchewan regions.
• Ensure effective delivery of programs under the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ISETS), the Métis Nation University Program (MNU), and any supplemental and/or successor agreements.
• Collaboratively manage the overall human resources of the division, including supervision of senior administrative and regional staff.
• Prepare budgets, financial, and compliance reports as required by GDI and funding partners.
• Develop, implement, and maintain programs and services that advance both short- and long-term goals of GDI and Métis clients.
• Liaise and maintain relationships with federal, provincial, and Métis Nation governments, funding agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure operations, staffing, marketing, and administrative functions support and align with GDI’s mission and Métis client success.
• Work collaboratively with the GDI Board and senior management team to support the Institute’s mission, vision, and strategic plan.
• The Director may also be assigned additional duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position by the CEO of GDI.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a relevant area of study; applicants currently enrolled in a Master’s program may be considered.
• Several years of related and successful experience in the career and employment services sector.
• Previous experience in a senior management role; 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff, other GDI departments and outside agencies.
• Extensive understanding of Métis culture and the employment and training needs of the Métis within Saskatchewan.

For more information on the Institute please visit: https://gdins.org

Remuneration & Term

• Remuneration: A competitive salary and benefits package
• Term: 3 year term with possibility of renewal
• Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
• Deadline for receipt of applications: October 10, 2025

Application Process

Please quote competition code when submitting resume and cover letter to:

• GDI Human Resources
• 917 22nd Street West
• Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0R9
• Telephone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Gabriel Dumont Institute has permission from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively.
Please state in your cover letter if you are Métis. Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted. The Institute reserves the right to withdraw this posting at any time.

GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province.