Full Time (40/hours per week)
We Are Community Leaders:
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community based; Indigenous lead human services organization that provides a range of Indigenous identified programs and services that focus on the wholeness, wellness that builds on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous People.
The Opportunity:
As the selected candidate, you will be responsible for the support, facilitation, and delivery of the Heart Medicine Lodge (HML) program. HML is an essential and unique Indigenous-led program that provides culturally-based support and advocacy services for Indigenous female-identifying folx who have experienced sexual assault and/or sexual violence.
What You Will Be Doing…
- Indigenous cultural reclamation by being committed to the strengths and values of Indigenous knowledge, and traditional practices;
- Ensure a holistic, inclusive and community centered service-delivery approach;
- Design, support, and deliver culturally responsive education curriculum on a variety of sexual and reproductive health and justice issues;
- Utilize a sound understanding of anti-oppressive frameworks;
- Provide advocacy, knowledge, and resources;
- Demonstrate deep understanding of Indigenous economic, cultural, and political environments.
Who You Are:
- Highly proficient within issues around sexuality, reproductive justice, sexual violence, gender-based violence using a trauma informed lens;
- Experienced overseeing the delivery and facilitation of culturally safe programming for survivors of sexual violence;
- Ability to create and promote an open and safe space for dialogue about sexual violence;
- Works well with others; you know when to lead, and when to serve;
- Successfully facilitated group work, and have effective problem-solving, and team-building skills;
- Ability to prioritize in your work and can juggle multiple tasks and have good time management skills;
- Clear communicator and can present verbal and written information;
- Knowledgeable on advocacy services and community resources and are confident in abilities to advocate for program participants;
- Comfortable working with Elders and have experience with arranging ceremonies.
- Current on Microsoft Office Suite 360, OneDrive, Teams, and other applicable software platforms;
You Have:
- Post-secondary education in a related field and three (3) years’ experience working in the Indigenous community, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
- At least three (3) years’ experience in successful program creation, planning, coordination, and facilitating groups;
- A valid Manitoba Driver’s License, clear drivers abstract and reliable access to a vehicle;
- Flexibility in hours, including some weekend and evening shifts;
- A recent (as of the past 6 months) Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector, and Child Abuse Registry Check;
- Commitment to cultural reclamation practice;
What We Offer:
Ka Ni Kanichihk is a progressive, holistic organization that is invested in employee wellness. We are proud to offer:
Comprehensive Benefits including Health and Dental • Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Employer Contributed RRSP • Employee and Family Assistance • Training and Development opportunities • Free on-site parking • Employee appreciation events • Wellness days
Candidates are required to provide a current (as of the past 6 months) Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and a driver’s abstract.
To Apply:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this posting, and salary expectations.
Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity; candidates are strongly encouraged to self-declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.
Please send in your resume, cover letter, and three work-related references to:
Human Resources Specialist
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.
101-1065 Portage
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0R8
E-mail: HR@kanikanichihk.ca