Career Opportunities

Posting Period: August 9, 2024 – August 23, 2024

Position: Community Stories Coordinator

Location: Woodland Cultural Centre

Job Status: 2-year contract

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week; 7.5 hours per day, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

Salary: $40,000.00 – $45,000.00

Reporting to the Senior Curator, Indigenous Art the Community Stories Coordinator will be responsible for the research, development, and creation of creative outputs to share Indigenous stories which supports the Woodland Cultural Centre as a leader in the field of Indigenous material culture education and programming.  The Community Stories Coordinator will work within the policies and procedures established by the Woodland Cultural Centre.

• Research, develop and facilitate the production of creative story sharing materials at Woodland Cultural Centre and with other partner institutions and organizations.
• Identifies key contacts and organizations which could assist the Centre in meeting story sharing and preservation objectives.
• Assists in developing special events related to historical topics (lectures, workshops, etc.)
• Perform administrative duties as required.

• An undergraduate degree in Indigenous Studies/ Museum Studies/History/Visual Arts, or a related discipline, OR equivalent lived / workplace experience.
• Knowledge/understanding of Haudenosaunee history, geography, cultural practices and languages.
• Clear effective communication in both written and oral form.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with colleagues at all levels and as part of a teamwork environment.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning and professional growth.
• Experience working in an Indigenous organization / Indigenous community.

• This position requires moderate physical effort.
• This position requires moderate visual/sensory effort.
• This position typically operates in a generally agreeable work environment.
• This position requires moderate interactions with the public.
• This position requires working at a computer / desktop.
• Mental Stress: There is regular deadline pressure from various sources.

Applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume, and three references.

Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous heritage.

Closing Date: August 23rd 4pm or until filled  

If interested, please send cover letter and resumé with references to:

Woodland Cultural Centre

184 Mohawk Street, Brantford, ON, N3S 2X2

Administrative Assistant

(519) 759-2650

administration@woodlandculturalcentre.ca

Please Note:

• Only those applicants who meet the qualifications will be contacted for an interview
• Police Record Check and copies of education will be required at the time of Offer of Employment.

Nia:wen/Thank You

Posting Period: August 26, 2024 – September 16, 2024
Position: Capital Campaign Coordinator
Location: Woodland Cultural Centre
Job Status: Contract, anticipated end date of April 30, 2025
Hours of Work: 20 hours/week
Salary: $22/hour

Summary

The Woodland Cultural Centre is currently seeking a Capital Campaign Coordinator. Under the direction of the Executive Director and working closely with the Manager of Development and the Capital Campaign Committee Co-chairs, the Capital Campaign Coordinator assumes the responsibilities for keeping the campaign on schedule and progressing with a high level of visibility and momentum that engenders a sense of excitement, optimism and confidence in achieving the campaign goal. Administrative duties include but are not limited to: coordination and scheduling of meetings, organization and filing of documents and records, maintaining reports, and records, taking meeting minutes, proofreading and copyediting, aiding with preparation of submissions to funding bodies, assisting with committee meeting preparation including printing and copying, and other general admin duties.

Qualifications:

• Post secondary diploma or degree (or demonstrated equivalent experience) with an emphasis on business, administration or social sciences.
• Experience with fundraising and donor relations.
• Highly organized with an exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs.
• Ability to multitask, set priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of Indigenous people, their culture, history and traditions, especially in Ontario.
• Possess a knowledge of the Woodland Cultural Centre’s mandate, programs, services and resources.

Submission Process

All applicants for this position should submit a cover letter, a current resume, and three references by 4 pm September 16th, 2024. Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous heritage. Applications will be reviewed following the closing, posting remains open until filled. If interested, please send cover letter, resume and 3 references by 4 pm September 16th to:

Woodland Cultural Centre
184 Mohawk Street, Brantford, ON, N3S 2X2
Administrative Assistant
(519) 759-2650
mmtpleasant@woodlandculturalcentre.ca

Please Note:

• Only those applicants who meet the qualifications will be contacted for an interview
• Police Record Check and copies of education will be required at the time of Offer of Employment.

Nia:wen/Thank You