New Job Opportunity! Indigenous Knowledge Researcher
Mi'gmawe'l Tplu'taqnn Incorporated is a not-for-profit organization created by the Mi'gmaq First Nations in New Brunswick. Its objectives include promoting and supporting: the recognition, affirmation, exercise, and implementation of the Aboriginal and Treaty rights; the right of self-determination; political, cultural, economic, educational, and social development; justice and equity; wider respect and understanding: and general awareness of its member communities and their Mi'gmaq laws, rights, values, traditions, customs and practices.
Mi'gmawel Tplu'taqnn is seeking a person to work as an Indigenous Knowledge Researchers for the Mi'gmaq communities within New Brunswick. The position includes, but is not limited to, the following key job functions and responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
Desktop and community-based research on Mi'gmaq Indigenous Knowledge, Land Use and Occupancy, including:
Conducting research and interviews with elders and other land users;
Knowledge translation (especially cultural knowledge translation); and
Coordinating community cultural values sessions and additional community sessions.
Undertake Transcription, coding and verification for multiple projects.
Undertaking research projects and preparing reports in relation to subject matters under negotiation with the federal and provincial Crown
Presentation of research findings and technical details, interest papers, etc. at community meetings, negotiations' tables, Chiefs and Councils and other Mi'gmaq community members
Prepare research reports from literature reviews which supports the various research projects through Archival Research and Historical Document Research.
Prepare interim and final reports
To provide support to Chiefs and Negotiators on Indigenous Knowledge and Research matters
Working with the Director and other Research Officers and Researchers Coordinate individual interviews with knowledge holders
Collaboration with the GIS Coordination
Collaboration with other staff, consultants and advisors as required
Report to and take direction from the Chiefs through the MTI Executive, legal counsel, and Executive Director on a weekly basis and whenever else required
Ensure that policies and procedures, including the Indigenous Knowledge Study Guide are followed; and
Other matters as may be directed by the organization.
Educational Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:
Experience in and knowledge of conducting community-based research
Experience in Research and Research Methods.
A bachelor's degree at a minimum.
Specialized training or certification in indigenous history.
Ideal applicants will have a combination of life experience as well as research experience.
Knowledge and Experience:
Sound understanding of research methodologies.
Proficient in MS Office and Google DAttention to detail and excelnt written, verbal and communication skills.
Time Management and Organization skills.
Minimal understanding of OCAP
Candidates' knowledge of the Mi'gmaq language, culture and the Mi'gmaq First Nation communities of New Brunswick will be given the highest consideration. In addition, Mi'gmawe'l Tplu'taqnn Incorporated may give preferential consideration to candidates who are members of one of the Mi'gmaq First Nation communities of New Brunswick.
SALARY: The position is dependent on confirmation of funding. Salary will be based on experience.
Please send your application to Robyn Augustine at robynaugustine@migmawel.org
Applications must be received by noon on January 8, 2025
We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Candidates are responsible for timely receipt of applications.
40 Місmас Road
Eel Ground, NB E1V 4B1|
Mi’gmawe'l Tplu'taqnn Incorporated
Phone: 506.627.4696
Fax: 506.627.4605