Research Assistant II, Peace & Reconciliation Centre

University of the Fraser Valley; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is seeking a Research Assistant II to support community-engaged research, educational programming, and reconciliation initiatives with the Stó:lo Peoples through the PARC. You will coordinate projects, engage stakeholders, and assist in knowledge mobilization under supervision by the Director, PARC.

You will work with Indigenous communities, researchers, students, and partners, applying cultural humility and sound judgement while managing multiple

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Indigenous Studies, History, Anthropology, Sociology, Criminology, Political Science, Education, Social Work, Geography, Peace and Conflict Studies, Communications, or another relevant discipline from a recognized postsecondary institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories, reconciliation, decolonization, cultural humility, or community-engaged research.
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience supporting research, community-engaged projects, educational initiatives, or reconciliation-related work.
• Experience conducting interviews, focus groups, community consultations, or stakeholder engagement activities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook PowerPoint, Teams, and related technologies.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, and experience preparing reports and knowledge mobilization materials.

Responsibilities

• Support advanced research, project coordination, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, evaluation, and administrative functions.
• Collaborate with Indigenous communities, Stó:lo partners, researchers, students, and project stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and support to students, volunteers, and project personnel.
• Contribute to knowledge mobilization materials and reports.
• Organize and support research meetings, events, and activities.
• Travel to off-site locations as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Facilitation

Communication

Time-management

Research skills

Writing

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate degree in Indigenous Studies, History, Anthropology, Sociology, Criminology, Political Science, Education, Social Work, Geography, Peace and Conflict Studies, Communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Job description

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is seeking a Research Assistant II to support community-engaged research, educational programming, and reconciliation initiatives with the Stó:lo Peoples through the PARC. You will coordinate projects, engage stakeholders, and assist in knowledge mobilization under supervision by the Director, PARC.

You will work with Indigenous communities, researchers, students, and partners, applying cultural humility and sound judgement while managing multiple