Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
Employment Opportunity
Research Assistant
Brandon Indian Residential School Missing Children Investigation
Part-time (TERM)
POSITION SUMMARY: Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate
person to Assist in the Research aspects of the multi-faceted investigation into missing children at
the Brandon Indian Residential School. The Project Manager will co-ordinate with and report to
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Chief and Council.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Responsible for the research aspects related to the investigation
• Assist with internal (SVDN) and external (public) education and general communications
• Coordinate and organize information for website, newsletters, and social media posts
• Assisting with ethics applications, interviews, and archival research
• Assist with data organization and preservation
• Assist with writing funding applications and developing educational resources
• Expected to work closely with the Project Manager, Administration and Community
Coordinators
• Other duties as deemed necessary
QUALIFICATIONS:
• At minimum a Post-Secondary Degree in a closely related field and 2 years relevant
experience
• Cultural and traditional knowledge an asset
• Experience with outreach, communication, education, and teaching experience
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Must maintain confidentiality as required due to the sensitive nature of the work
• Ability to maintain a respectful working relationship with staff, community
representatives/members and representatives of other organizations
• Knowledge of office equipment and computers
• Proficient with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Proficient with virtual meeting platforms (Zoom and MS Teams)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Research, writing, and planning skills
• Ability to budget and record accurate expenses
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule
• Valid Manitoba driver’s license and reliable vehicle
Competition Number:
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Submit Cover letter and Resume indicating Competition Number:
Human Resources Department
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
P.O. Box 38
Griswold, Manitoba R0M 0S0
Phone: 204-855-2760 Fax: 204-855-2131
E-mail: hrapplications@svdngovernance.com
We thank all who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted