Description:
In the appointment of BIRM / OVPIE Program Assistant, your general duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
- Support project organization and administration under the BIRM Director and Program Coordinator
- Support accounting/budgeting and processing payments
- Assessing and interviewing potential BIRM program mentors
- Note taking and documentation of programs during delivery as needed
- Communication material development for social media, advertising, training, etc
- Upkeep of website and social media sites
- Work closely with staff in collection and organization of data
- Supervising and supporting youth ages 14 to 18 during the Indigenous Summer Institute and atosketan summer work program; some evening and overnight supervision required
- Supporting OVPIE events
- Must be available for in person work duties during the following dates:
- May 5, 7, 8, 9, 26-31
- June 1-6
- July 3, 7-10, 14-17, 21-24, 28-31
- August 25-29
- Can commit to supervising overnight during the week of August 10th to 16th, 2025.
Qualifications:
Education: Current USask student pursing a post-secondary degree (Bachelors’ Degree or higher) in a relevant field of study
Skills:
- Proficient organizational and communication skills
- Effective management of personal tasks, hours, milage, etc.
- Confident presentation/facilitation skills
- Experience with photo editing computer programs such as Canva, etc.
- Experience using shared documents, drives, and sheets
- Able to work independently and follow the directions of multiple supervisors
- Innovative and creative thinker
- Experience and understanding of Indigenous cultures and student need
- Commitment to working with Indigenous youth
- Must have a clear driving record and access to a vehicle and obtain a criminal record check with vulnerable sector.
Assets:
- First Aid Certificate
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate