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Gabriel Dumont Institute; Fort Qu'Appelle; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gabriel Dumont Institute is seeking applications for a member of its Board of Governors to represent the Eastern Region III. Applicants must be of Métis ancestry, bringing knowledge of Saskatchewan Métis circumstances and a range of expertise in fields such as education, finance, and law. This is a three-year appointment focused on governance and strategic oversight of the Institute.

Qualifications

• Must be of Métis ancestry.
• Knowledge of cultural, historical, and social circumstances of Saskatchewan Métis is essential.
• Skills in diverse disciplines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Gabriel Dumont Institute's operation and governance.
• Adopt policies for effective operation and strategic planning.
• Represent GDI to government and the community.

Skills

Education or post-secondary education

Finance and administration

Business

Human resources

Law

Communications

Job description

The Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research invites applications for the following:

MEMBER, GDI BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Eastern Region III – Fort Qu’Appelle, Lestock, Weyburn, Estevan – (South Eastern part of the province)

Overview: The GDI Board of Governors has representation from the (12) Regions of the Organization, who are ratified by the Provincial Métis Council (PMC) of the Métis Nation—Saskatchewan (MN—S). The PMC Member who is assigned the Education portfolio sits as the Chairperson of the Board of Governors. All persons selected to the Board of Governors will be for a period of three years. A member who is an employee/staff person/manager of an affiliated organization of the MN—S shall not be permitted to sit on the Board of Governors of the Institute.

Responsibilities: The Board of Governors oversees the Gabriel Dumont Institute and is responsible for its operation and governance in all matters, including to adopt policies for the effective operation of GDI; to formulate a strategic plan and to oversee its implementation; to approve annual budgets, audits, and programs; to function as ambassadors for GDI and to encourage students and potential students in their study and career plans; to represent GDI to all levels of government, persons of Métis ancestry and to the public generally; and to appoint a Chief Executive Officer to be directly responsible for implementation of policy and the day-to-day management and operations of GDI.

Qualifications: All appointments to the Board must be of Métis ancestry with knowledge of the cultural, historical, and social circumstances of Saskatchewan Métis. Ideally, the collective skills on the board will represent a number of different disciplines and perspectives. Some of the preferred skill and training areas include education or post-secondary education; finance and administration; business; human resources (personnel); law; and communications. This will ensure a wide range of skills and perspectives are available when decisions are considered.

Process: Candidates can apply directly to the MN—S region or the Institute who in turn will forward the application to the appropriate MN—S region for consideration. The MN—S region then submits the name of their selected representative forwarded from a duly called and administered regional council meeting. The name of the new board member is then sent to the PMC for ratification. Finally, the name is forwarded to the Minister of Advanced Education, Employment and Labour for final approval.

Starting Date: 2022 (Once process is complete – 3-year appointment with the possibility of renewal)

Deadline for receipt of applications: November 30th, 2021

Please submit resume to one of:

The Gabriel Dumont Institute has permission from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively.

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GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province