Indigenous Language Assistant

Cowessess First Nation; Saskatchewan; Presencial; CAD 61.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cowessess First Nation is seeking an Indigenous Language Assistant to support the Indigenous Language Lead in strengthening language learning and use within the community.

You will help with language projects, events, curriculum development and administrative tasks, working respectfully with Elders, fluent speakers, and community members to promote language use in daily life.

Formación

• Post-secondary education in Indigenous languages is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of event coordination, management, and/or production.
• Ability to work with Elders, fluent speakers and community members with cultural sensitivity.

Responsabilidades

• Support Indigenous Language Lead in language projects, programming and curriculum development.
• Help organize events, community activities and language programming.
• Handle administrative tasks and data entry with confidentiality and professionalism.

Conocimientos

Event coordination

Communication skills

Indigenous language knowledge

Teamwork

Video production

Educación

Post-secondary education in Indigenous languages

Herramientas

Video production

Audio production

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Position:

Indigenous Language Assistant

Classification:

Permanent Full-Time

Wage:

$34.87 per hour ($68,000 annual)

Department:

Culture- 4 Pillars

Job Summary:

This position is a support position under the daily supervision of the Indigenous Language
Lead.
The assistant must be respectful, reliable, dynamic, self-motivated, and community-focused to support the Indigenous Language Lead in strengthening and promoting Indigenous language
learning and use throughout the community. The Indigenous Language Assistant will help with language projects, programming, events, community language activities, curriculum and resource development, and administrative tasks. This position will support opportunities for children, youth, adults, families, Elders, fluent speakers, and community members to learn, hear, and use Indigenous language in meaningful daily, cultural, and community settings. The position will carry out responsibilities in a manner that respects Cowessess First Nation values, local cultural protocols, language knowledge, and community direction.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Indigenous languages is preferred (degree, diploma, certificate) /or recognized technical institute but will consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Should have a minimum of (5) years of event coordination, management, and/or production.
• Applies knowledge of programs that would contribute to the well-being of the Cowessess First Nation.
• Demonstrate respect for Cowessess First Nation, Indigenous language revitalization, culture, community values, and local protocols.
• Must be working on or willing to learn an Indigenous language. Interest in learning, supporting, and promoting Indigenous languages.
• Ability to work respectfully with Elders, fluent speakers, Knowledge Keepers, children, youth, families, staff, and community members.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including email, word processing, printing, excel, and organizing digital files. Proficiency in video and audio production is a key qualification. Microsoft knowledge and skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information respectfully.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and community events.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation, or the ability to arrange transportation, as required.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, if required for programming involving children and youth.
• Skills in administration such as report writing, filing, phone etiquette and data entry.
• Must have critical thinking, problem solving, creativity and decision making skills

Deadline to Apply:

November 13, 2026