First Nation Representative

  • Job type: Full Time
  • Work location: In Person

Animakee Wa Zhing #37 is seeking a dynamic individual to join its team as a First Nation Representative. Reporting to the Director, the First Nation Representative (FNR) plays a key role in representing both the interests of Animakee Wa Zhing #37 First Nation and the children and families that use the services of the Child & Family Advocacy. The FNR is responsible to represent and advocate for First Nation members that are involved with child welfare agencies throughout Canada. The FNR also has a key role in delivering the programs and services for the CFA department.

General:

  • Number of employees: 60
  • Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000 per annum

Perks & Benefits:

  • Employer-paid health and dental benefits.
  • Company-matched pension plan.
  • 4-day work week.
  • Statutory and Indigenous holidays.
  • Paid vacation allotment, plus 2 weeks paid vacation at Christmas.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Position Overview:

  • Serves as the main contact between the First Nation and child & family services (CFS) providers.
  • Exercises the rights and responsibilities of the First Nation following “An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit, Metis, Children, Youth and Families.”
  • Represents Animakee Wa Zhing #37 during judicial proceedings, while making presentations and decisions that affect the lives of the First Nation’s children and families.
  • Is the main contact for the First Nation’s children and families helping them understand the provincial, territorial, and federal laws, and how the CFA department works at Animakee Wa Zhing #37.
  • Attend and actively take part in staff, family, and community meetings as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary degree, certificate, or diploma in Indigenous studies, community or social services, child & family services, legal, education or another regulated related field.
  • Experience working in social services, legal services, family services, community services, education or with a First Nations organization.
  • Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation including; Ontario; Child, Youth, and Family Services Act, and “An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit, Metis, Children, Youth and Families.”
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to shift priorities regularly.
  • Knowledge of court processes and systems, including filing of court documents.
  • Strong ethics with the ability to always maintain confidentiality.
  • Strong computer and typing skills including use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, be on-call, or do overtime when needed (including weekends).
  • Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates.
  • Current and acceptable Vulnerable Peoples’ Check.
  • Current and acceptable Criminal Record Check.
  • Valid Class G Driver’s license and willingness to use First Nation vehicle to travel for work.
  • Willing to enroll in Professional Development.
  • Other duties as assigned.

The position is open until filled.
Interested applicants can apply via email to: jobs@nwa37.ca
When applying, you MUST include a cover letter addressing the position, detailed resume, and 3 references.
We thank all applicants for applying. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Posted: October 21, 2026