Government Coordinator

Salary Range: $71,094.40 To $ Annually

Under the direction and supervision of the Manager of ARRO, the incumbent supports and assists the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne in coordinating all aspects of consultation and accommodation with external governments and proponents. The incumbent ensures engagement is conducted in alignment with the principles of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC), Section 35 of the Constitution Act, UNDRIP, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, and the principles of the Two Row Wampum.

The incumbent also provides technical and logistical support on environmental review processes, including analysis of environmental assessments, participation in culturally significant site visits, and ensuring that traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) is incorporated into project planning and decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, or a related discipline, plus two (2) years of relevant experience.
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• Two-year post-secondary diploma in Archaeology, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, or a related field, plus four (4) years of relevant experience.

Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume. Native preference in hiring. A criminal record check is mandatory before start of employment.

As a requirement of employment, all applicants must have a Canadian Social Insurance number.

An eligibility list will be created for one year. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only qualified candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. MCA reserves the right to retract, postpone, or revise employment opportunities at any time.