Elder Representative - Board of Directors

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Executive and Management, Social Services

POSTED: 5 weeks ago

Nogdawindamin

5161

December 10, 2024

Full Time

NOGDAWINDAMIN Family and Community Services, a designated Indigenous Child Welfare Agency under the Child Youth and Family Services Act serving member First Nations situated between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury is seeking a:

ELDER REPRESENTATIVE - BOARD OF DIRECTORS
LOCATION: North Shore First Nation Territory (Batchewana First Nation to Atikameksheng Anishnawbek)

Summary
As a member of the Board of Directors, the Elder Representative is accountable for providing strategic leadership and supporting governance decision-making for the Agency. The Elder Representative is intended to support cultural inclusivity within the Board of Directors, and the position represents embodiment of the Seven Grandfather Teachings. The Elder Representative will take part in Board of Director proceedings and events, providing cultural and experiential knowledge relevant to discussion. The Elder Representative may suggest direction in terms of the course of action of the Board of Directors as a body entity. The Elder Representative is also intended to represent the issues and concerns of the life stage as understood within the Anishinaabe worldview. Elder Representative term is one (1) year subject to annual renewal but can be resigned at any point without penalty.

- Understanding of the diversity of Anishinaabe cultural practice.
- Understanding or experience within social service delivery or of the child welfare sector. Experience and knowledge of the Agency's journey is an asset.
- An ability to demonstrate respect and consideration for all perspectives across the spectrum of cultural diversity and life circumstances.
- Must be knowledgeable of the seven North Shore First Nations.
- Experience working with culturally grounded service models within First Nations is an asset.
- Experience working with Elders, Healers, and contemporary helpers is required.
- Ability to commit to an ongoing schedule of director and sub-committee meetings.

- Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions, and the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
- Ability to understand and speak Anishnawbemowin is an asset.
- Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer.
- Must have a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's License, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel.
- Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage.