Director of Lifelong Learning

Mobility; Whitewood; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package aligned with Nation’s

Job summary

kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation is seeking a strategic Director of Lifelong Learning to shape and deliver lifelong learning that reflects nehiyaw language, culture, and values. You will oversee Kakisiwew School, Daycare/Headstart, Adult Basic Education, post-secondary support, Jordan’s Principle, and the Ochapowace Sports Academy.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Operations, you will champion lifelong learning sovereignty and partner with Elders, families, and educators to create inclusive,

Qualifications

• Must reside within the local area or relocate prior to commencing employment.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, satisfactory Driver’s Abstract, and access to reliable transportation.
• Successful completion of pre-employment and ongoing drug testing in accordance with Nation policy.
• Adherence to kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation policies, procedures, confidentiality and privacy requirements, professional ethics, and occupational health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of education and lifelong learning strategies aligned with the Nation’s vision and nehiyaw values.
• Develop annual departmental workplans, budgets, and performance metrics using a balanced scorecard framework.
• Coordinate community consultation and engagement activities to assess learning needs across all age groups.
• Collaborate with executives to align educational goals with broader Nation priorities.

Job description

Title: Director of Lifelong Learning
Reports to: Executive Director, Operations
Employment Status: Full-time, Permanent
Location: kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation

At kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation, our people are our greatest strength. Guided by the nehiyaw values of manâcihitowin (respect), tâpwêwin (truth), wîcihitowin (helping one another), wâhkôhtowin (kinship), tapahtêyimisowin (humility), and miyo-pimâtisiwin (living in a good way), we are committed to the responsible stewardship of the Nation’s resources and to building a strong, sustainable future for generations to come.

We are seeking a strategic, experienced and forward-thinking Director of Lifelong Learning. Reporting to the Executive Director of Operations, the Director of Lifelong Learning provides visionary leadership in shaping and delivering lifelong learning that reflects the language, culture, values and aspirations of Ochapowace Nation.

The Director oversees a full spectrum of educational services including Kakisiwew School (K–12), Daycare/Headstart, Adult Basic Education, post‑secondary support, Jordan’s Principle, and the Ochapowace Sports Academy. Each program is delivered in a way that affirms nehiyaw identity and supports intergenerational knowledge transfer.

The Director serves as a strategic champion for lifelong learning sovereignty—ensuring provincial curriculum standards are met while advancing nehiyaw perspectives, language revitalization, land‑based learning, and community‑defined success. In partnership with Elders, families, and educators, the Director cultivates inclusive, holistic, and empowering learning environments that prepare Ochapowace learners to walk proudly in both the Indigenous and western worlds.

What You Will Do:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Operations, the Director of Lifelong Learning will:

• Lead the development and implementation of education and lifelong learning strategies aligned with Ochapowace Nation’s vision, mission, and nehiyaw values.
• Develop annual departmental workplans, budgets, and performance metrics using a balanced scorecard framework.
• Coordinate community consultation and engagement activities to assess and respond to learning needs across all age groups.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Operations and other Directors to ensure alignment of educational goals with broader Nation priorities.

Who You Are:

You are an accomplished leader in the field of Education who believes that learning does not end in a classroom setting; that every person can teach and take lessons from each aspect of one’s life experiences.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must reside within the local area or plan to relocate prior to commencing employment.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, satisfactory Driver’s Abstract, and access to reliable, insured transportation.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment and ongoing drug testing in accordance with Nation policy.
• Adherence to kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation policies, procedures, confidentiality and privacy requirements, professional ethics, and occupational health and safety standards.

What We Offer:

At kakisiwew-ochapowace Nation, we are building a workplace that reflects the strength, culture, and spirit of our community.

We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive salary and benefits package aligned with the Nation’s Compensation Plan.

Thank you sincerely for your interest in this opportunity and for the time and effort invested in your application. Only candidates who meet the required criteria will be contacted and invited to participate in the selection process.

Preference will be given to qualified Ochapowace Nation members.

Rooted in Culture. Guided by Kinship. Building our Future.