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Divisional Indigenous Initiatives Coordinator

Posted 2 days ago

Employer:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Location:

Regional

Job Type:

Full Time

Industry:

Government

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Job Description

Salary: $86,379.00 - $127,288.00 per year

Job term: 1 Permanent

Starts as soon as possible

Apply by: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 11:59 pm EDT


About the job


As the divisional representative for the Regional Operations Division, this position leads resource management advice and divisional coordination and implementation.

As a Divisional Indigenous Initiatives Coordinator, you will:
• Lead and contribute to projects and new initiatives
• Assess needs against regional and divisional priorities and develop solutions
• Lead or coordinate Indigenous strategic and operational planning, including environmental scans
• Provide operational leadership, advice, and guidance through consultation, negotiation, and conflict resolution
• Develop and deliver Indigenous training for ministry management, staff, partner ministries, agencies, and stakeholders

Meet the Manager: Melody Cairns
Melody is an inclusive leader who values relationships and strong collaboration. She fosters respectful work cultures grounded in trust, accountability, and continuous improvement, and champions equity, Indigenous perspectives, innovation, and collaboration to deliver modern, client centred public services.

Required Skills & Role

What you bring to the team


Program and Project Management

You can:

  • Lead and manage multiple medium- to large-scale projects, delivering within scope, budget, and timelines

  • Provide leadership to project teams, including directing staff and chairing working groups and task teams

Interpersonal and Consultation

You have:

  • Interpersonal and negotiation skills to build support and commitment for initiatives

  • Teamwork and influencing skills to collaborate across divisions

  • Demonstrated ability to engage diverse groups, including the public, and to communicate and provide advice on Indigenous issues

Communication

You can:

  • Prepare a range of written materials such as briefings and policy proposals

  • Prepare presentations and brief management

Analytical and Problem-Solving

You have:

  • Research and evaluation skills to address needs, issues and concerns of the public and ministry partners

  • Strategic thinking to identify and assess gaps and opportunities for business/ process improvement

Knowledge

You have:

  • Knowledge of Indigenous studies, treaties and agreements to lead, facilitate and/or provide advice related to Indigenous affairs within the Division

Don't meet every qualification?


If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How to Apply
How to apply:
  1. You must apply online. https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Preview.aspx?Language=English&JobID=242164

  2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

  3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

  4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

  5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

  6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Apply by: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Company Information

The Ministry of Natural Resources is part of the Ontario Public Service, responsible for managing natural resources and supporting environmental sustainability across Ontario.


The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.

We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
• comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

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