Senior Communications Advisor - Education and Training

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Senior Communications Advisor - Education and Training supports Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami's (ITK) overall mandate of advancing the rights and interests of Inuit. Specifically, the Advisor is responsible for managing all aspects of an experiential learning program for Senior Federal Government Executives, which runs twice a year. Key areas include presenting to Senior Federal Officials, traveling with the group, facilitating discussions in Ottawa and while traveling, leading training modules, running the application and registration process, coordinating logistics with the four Inuit Regions, and collaborating with federal government departments as required. This program operates with its own budget and the Advisor is responsible for budgeting for this program in collaboration with other members of the Communications department.

The Senior Communications Advisor - Education and Training is also responsible for developing training modules and managing a virtual and Ottawa-based in-person training program for government and other ITK partners. Additionally, the Advisor works to implement core training deliverables of the Inuit Crown Partnership Committee, policy advancement and research workplans.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

PRESENTING AND TRAINING

Developing and presenting training materials

Facilitating discussions and leading conversations on Inuit priorities and realities

Developing and implementing an evaluation system for the training program

COORDINATION

Overseeing the coordination of flights, accommodations, meals, and other requirements for the program

Coordinating with Inuit Regions on setting up an agenda, including all logistics (community visits, meetings, feasts, land excursions, daily debriefs, etc)

Working with ITK staff on the planning and delivery of the program

Liaising with government and other partners to schedule the Ottawa training program

COMMUNICATIONS

Writing content for ITK publications

Focused media interviews or create content for ITK publications as required

Presentations about Inuit priorities and political structure to audiences, like Government, as required

ADMINISTRATION

Overseeing the application and registration process

Writing letters, invitations, briefing notes and developing agendas

Ensuring the program is eligible and compliant under government of Canada rules, including accreditation

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of Inuit Regions, history, and political structure

Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook)

Writing and content creation and basic photography

Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktut and/or French an asset)

Well-spoken and clear communicator

EXPERIENCE

5 years or more working with an Inuit or Indigenous organization

Facilitating group discussions

EDUCATION

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance is evident

BENEFITS

Conditional to ITK's Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:

Group Insurance

RRSP Contributions

Training Allowance

Health and Wellness Allowance

Relocation Allowance

Vacation - starting out at 3 weeks/year

Xmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ITK however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE ENROLLED UNDER AN INUIT NUNANGAT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY.

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