MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION
FORESTRY TECHNICIAN
February 13, 2023
Posting #22-07-018

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the National Government of the Red River Métis - also known as the Manitoba
Métis. The Red River Métis are Canada’s Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of
Manitoba.

The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Forestry Technician position within our Energy, Infrastructure & Resource Management Department located at 150 Henry Ave in Winnipeg, MB. Reporting to the Conservation Coordinator, the Forestry Technician will oversee the mitigation and accommodation of impacts to Métis harvesting rights associated with Forestry Management and Operating Plans.

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Engage with Red River Métis Citizens to better understand and represent their historical and contemporary
resource use, cultural and heritage resource concerns, and conservation and ecological concerns;
• Work collaboratively with other MMF staff to coordinate and implement various meetings, programs and
initiatives, including traditional land use studies;
• Facilitate Red River Métis involvement in project planning and decision-making as it relates to projects with the
potential to impact Métis harvesting rights;
• Analyze legislation and regulations, project descriptions, and assessment materials for potential impacts to Red
River Métis Citizens and their resource use;
• Research and develop surveys and interview questions related to regional priorities;
• Participate in research and monitoring projects;
• Assist with the development and presentation of information to Red River Métis Citizens.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in social or natural sciences, or related discipline; a combination of education and
experience will be considered;
• Experience in research and/or program development;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Experience working with leadership and in community settings;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation. Access to an on-site
fitness facility as well as an in-house restaurant is available.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Monday, February 27, 2023.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept
existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of
employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter.

The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca
Fax to (204) 947-1816

All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca