Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct activities targeted toward the identified needs, gaps, opportunities, and barriers with MIFN emergency preparedness.
• Conduct background research on current emergency management trends, practices within MIFN as well as emergency management systems specifically designed in response to Natural Disaster and Health Emergency events
• Support MIFN during emergencies through planning, response, and recovery activities
• Meet with Emergency Management Committee to review or discuss plan development, provide any updates, complete community exercises, and review all-hazards, communication and evacuation plans.
• Arrange Emergency Management training and plan exercising opportunities for community members and Nation Staff
• Review existing & non existing service agreements related to emergency management.
• Network and collaborate with external agencies or organizations in relation to project deliverables and objectives.
• Assist with the development and implementation of an annual work plan by offering ideas and suggestions for projects relative to the program.
• Assist with annual reporting.
• Attend periodic meetings with external organizations and relevant parties.
• Continually seek training to remain culturally responsible and sensitive to needs of MIFN
• Submission of detailed, and accurate reports, when required and within scope of requirements.
• Management of and the completion of activities as outlined within the job description and any other associated workplans.
• Management of all activities in a timely and culturally sensitive manner

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to apply creativity and innovative thinking to community-focused solutions.
• Ability to work effectively with other departments, levels of government, industry, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to work as leader on multi-discipline teams, or independently, and meet deadlines.
• Good work ethic and ability to work in an environment requiring discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
• Ability to work unsupervised with a high level of productivity with the ability to seek and take direction.
• Ability to be adaptable, flexible, manage multiple priorities
• Ability to think analytically and critically while problem solving to identify specific needs and potential solutions.
• Ability to manage time and various activities effectively and efficiently while providing quality customer service.
• Able to develop relationships and this will include strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, collaboration, conflict resolution, and active listening

Experience and Education Requirements

• Secondary school or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working in the field of emergency management, community planning, community service, community infrastructure, resource management, public health, environmental science, or a related field.

All interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume outlining how they meet these qualifications to the c/o: MNP at applyvia@mnp.ca.

Closing date: Until filled.

Applications are assessed as they are received therefore early application is recommended.

Candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview. Proof of certifications will be required prior to employment.