Project Coordinator, Indigenous Perinatal Wellness

University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group benefits and a/p?

Vacation time

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Manitoba is seeking a dedicated coordinator to support the National Indigenous-led Perinatal Mental Health Learning Health System Hub. The role involves coordinating learning communities, engaging Indigenous partners, organizing events, and facilitating communication across project partners.

You will support planning, governance records, and reporting for investigators and funders. Responsibilities include recruitment support, outreach with partners, data collection and

Qualifications

• Completion of a Community College program in a related discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate learning community activities and engagement processes.

Skills

Community engagement

Indigenous health research

Project coordination

Relationship-building

Communication

Education

Community college program in related discipline

Undergraduate or Master’s in Indigenous studies/psychology/social work/nursing or related field

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Office

Zoom

MS Teams

OSF

Slack

Google Docs

Job description

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity:

This position will coordinate and support the implementation of the National Indigenous-led Perinatal Mental Health Learning Health System (LHS-I) Hub. Working closely with faculty members, Indigenous partners, community organizations, trainees, and health system leaders, the incumbent will coordinate learning community activities, support relationship-building and engagement processes, organize meetings and shared learning events, and facilitate communication across project partners. Responsibilities include supporting project planning and implementation, maintaining documentation and governance records, coordinating ethics and research administration activities, tracking project milestones and deliverables, and preparing reports for investigators, partners, and funders. The incumbent will support participant recruitment and retention activities, including coordinating outreach with partner organizations, facilitating community engagement, and supporting the collection, management, and reporting of qualitative and quantitative data. They will ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with approved research protocols, Indigenous data sovereignty principles, and relevant governance frameworks, including OCAP®. The incumbent will assist with community consultations, advisory and governance processes, training and mentorship activities, and implementation science evaluation activities. Working with a high degree of independence, the incumbent will monitor project progress, identify and address operational challenges, support financial tracking and reporting, contribute to knowledge mobilization and dissemination activities, and coordinate activities that support continuous learning and quality improvement across the LHS-I network. Additional research and project coordination duties may be assigned as required.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

• Completion of a Community College program in a related discipline is required.
• Undergraduate or Master’s degree in Indigenous studies, psychology, social work, nursing, or a related health/social sciences field is preferred.
• A combination of formal education, lived experience, and/or community-based expertise will be considered.
• Minimum of three years of directly related experience required.
• Experience working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis communities, organizations, governments, or service providers is required.
• Experience supporting Indigenous-led research, community engagement, program delivery, or knowledge mobilization initiatives is required.
• Knowledge of Indigenous data sovereignty principles, including OCAP®, and distinctions-based approaches to engagement and research is considered an asset.
• Experience collaborating with a multi-person team in an online or hybrid work environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with community-based organizations supporting children and families preferred.
• Familiarity with REDCap or other electronic data capture tools preferred.
• Experience with project budget coordination and/or financial processing preferred.
• Experience with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) is an asset.
• Experience working with websites or eHealth-related platforms preferred.
• A combination of formal education, lived experience, and/or community-based expertise will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work respectfully with diverse teams and communities is required.
• Demonstrated understanding of cultural safety, trauma-informed practice, and relationship-centred approaches to working with Indigenous communities is required.
• Ability to build and maintain respectful relationships with Indigenous partners, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, community organizations, and diverse stakeholders is required.
• Knowledge of Indigenous health and wellness priorities, including strengths-based and self-determination approaches, is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills required.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision required.
• Proficiency in using online communication and collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams, OSF, Slack, Google Docs) required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.

Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

• Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.