Indigenous Research and Development Coordinator - Initiatives/Opportunities

Colonial Group; North Bay; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in North Bay, ON, is seeking an Indigenous Research and Development Coordinator to support applied research collaborations with Indigenous communities. The role is a temporary full-time on-campus position funded through Canadore College’s Mobilize grant, based in the First Peoples’ Centre.

The incumbent will coordinate project logistics, assist with funding applications, data collection, and reporting while ensuring culturally grounded, ethical research practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Social/Health Sciences, Business, or related field.
• At least one year in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple projects.
• Experience in Indigenous research methodologies is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SharePoint, Excel, and tracking tools for project management.
• Strong time management, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Indigenous research and development projects under the Manager.
• Assist with scoping, proposals, and funding/grant applications.
• Coordinate scheduling, milestones, hiring of students, quotes, and records.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for internal/external stakeholders.
• Organize training and ensure ethical, culturally grounded research practices.
• Support project close-out activities and identify follow-on opportunities.
• Assist with outreach, communications, and promotional content.

Skills

Project management

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Excel

Research methodologies

Indigenous knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Three or four-year diploma/degree in a related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Research databases

Project tracking software

Job description

Job Title: Indigenous Research and Development Coordinator

Department: First Peoples’ Centre

Location: College Drive Campus – North Bay, ON

Status: Temporary Full-Time – Initiatives/Opportunities

Contract Duration: ASAP to June 28, 2028 (end date subject to change)

Hours Per Week: 35.00 hours

Pay Range: Payband G -$34.60

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Under the supervision of the Director, First Peoples’ Centre and Indigenous Engagement, the Indigenous Research and Development Coordinator provides coordination and administrative support for FPC’s applied research and development projects involving Indigenous Peoples, communities, and organizations.

This temporary full-time Initiatives/Opportunities (I/O) assignment is based in the First Peoples’ Centre and funded through Canadore College’s Mobilize grant, administered by the Research Centre.

Qualifications:

• Three or four-year diploma/degree in a related field such as Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Social or Health Sciences, Business Administration, Community Development, Research/Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring a high level of attention to detail and consistently high-quality outcomes across a variety of projects and initiatives.
• The incumbent has lived experience as a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit person.
• Experience in research methodology and implementation, including Indigenous research methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management and digital tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Excel, project tracking software, or research databases) to design, input, track, and maintain information for project management, research documentation, and ethical research requirements; familiarity with research ethics processes is an asset.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
• In-person, on-campus position. Must be able to reliably commute to North Bay, ON

Responsibilities:

• Support the coordination and implementation of Indigenous research and development projects under the direction of the Manager.
• Assist with project scoping, proposal development, and preparation of funding and grant applications.
• Coordinate project logistics, including scheduling meetings, tracking timelines and milestones, assisting with hiring of students, purchasing, obtaining quotes, and maintaining accurate records.
• Support communication and information sharing among internal teams, community partners, and funding agencies by assisting with data collection, analysis, and the preparation of technical, financial, and summary reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in coordination support for student researchers and project staff, including organizing required training and supporting ethical, culturally grounded, and community-driven research practices.
• Assist with project close-out activities, including documentation, reporting, and identifying potential follow-on opportunities with partners.
• Support general administrative and outreach activities for the Indigenous Research and Development portfolio, including correspondence, meeting coordination, promotional content (web, social media, bulletins), event planning, and related tasks such as health and safety processes.