Director, Office for Indigenous Peoples

Simon Fraser University; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Director for the Office for Indigenous Peoples, focusing on advancing Indigenization and Decolonization initiatives. The role involves overseeing programs that support Indigenous students and fostering relationships with Host Nations. Candidates must have a Master's Degree and significant experience in Indigenous advocacy within post-secondary education.

Benefits

4 weeks’ vacation

Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

On-campus tuition waiver for employees

Off-campus tuition reimbursements

Qualifications

• Eight years of related experience in Indigenous programs.
• Experience with Indigenous initiatives in post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs, personnel, operations, and budgets for the Office of Indigenous Peoples.
• Lead development and implementation of Indigenous Strategic Plan.

Skills

Indigenous advocacy

Risk management

Analytical skills

Planning

Conflict resolution

Education

Master's Degree

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Union/Affiliation: Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range: $125,106 to $149,294 annually

Position Grade: 15

# of openings: 1

Biweekly Hours: 72

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

SFU is in the midst of redefining the structure, staffing and strategy that guides the university’s Truth & Reconciliation work and compliance with external frameworks. The Office for Indigenous Peoples builds on many years of great work at the Office for Aboriginal Peoples and exciting changes at the leadership level that created the position of Indigenous Executive Lead. The Office's work includes supporting safe and welcoming spaces, systems and programs for Indigenous students, faculty and staff; operating the First Peoples' Gathering House; building and sustaining a new Indigenous governance structure for SFU; managing Indigenous strategies at the university; and cultivating reciprocal relations with Host Nations and external Indigenous partners. In the spirit of Indigenization, Decolonization and Reconciliation, the small, dedicated OIP team works collaboratively, with mutual respect and compassion.

About The Role

The Director, Office for Indigenous Peoples (OIP) provides leadership for the OIP and the First Peoples' Gathering House (FPGH) at SFU, overseeing programs, personnel, operations, budgets, and risk management. Working closely with the Indigenous Executive Lead, the Director helps drive the development and leads the implementation of a renewed Indigenous Strategic Plan. The role leads institution-wide efforts to advance Indigenization and Decolonization, ensuring culturally safe and welcoming spaces for Indigenous students, faculty, and staff, and spearheading strategic initiatives such as SFU's Indigenous Welcoming Procedure. The Director cultivates and maintains strong, high-level relationships with Host Nations, external Indigenous organizations, and internal university partners to deepen Indigenous engagement, support academic transformation, and promote the recruitment, retention, and success of Indigenous students.

The ideal candidate would be an experienced and skilled manager with a passion for pursuing Truth, Reconciliation, Indigenization and Decolonization in post-secondary education. Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, the selection for this position will be limited to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous and will bring to their work the perspective that comes from the lived experiences of those underrepresented in higher education, particularly the experiences of Indigenous peoples. Indigenous candidates must self-identify in their application to be considered for the position. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing their interest in and qualifications for the role, in addition to a resume and completion of an Applicant Demographic Survey.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in a field related to the work and eight years of related experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of post-secondary Indigenous programs, services and policies or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Experience with Indigenous advocacy and initiatives in post-secondary education.
• Excellent knowledge of risk management and culturally aware of trauma-informed approaches and practices.
• Excellent planning, organizational, administrative and managerial skills that encourage collaboration, foster a positive working environment, establish effective workflows and achieve successful programs and initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, research, problem solving, decision-making and conflict resolutions skills.
• Ability to develop relationships, partnerships and networks for collaboration within the university and between SFU and Indigenous Nations, communities and organizations.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more!
• Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Simon Fraser University is committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ask applicants to fill out the Applicant Demographic Survey (https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/9B7KDZS) administered by the Equity Office. Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position. The Hiring Committee will ask shortlisted candidates to provide further documentation of Indigenous ancestry. SFU acknowledges the potential emotional labour and/or (re)traumatizing impacts of sharing personal narratives in this context and encourages applicants to consider this fully in their decision-making to apply.

Only final candidates will be asked to submit a personal self-identification narrative to be considered for this position. We understand and acknowledge the deleterious effects of colonial and ongoing systems and structures such as residential schools, the 60s scoop and “status” cards on Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit or Métis) identity. This process is therefore intended to be interpreted in a broad understanding of Indigenous lived experiences. We acknowledge the potential emotional labour and/or (re)traumatizing impacts of sharing personal narratives in this context and encourage applicants to consider this fully in their decision-making to apply. SFU recognizes and honours the title and rights of Indigenous people as stated in UNDRIP and we respect and partner with the host Indigenous Nations on which our campuses are located. We have the responsibility to illuminate the truth of Indigenous people in Canada and around the world and to begin to chart a path of Reconciliation.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail].

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