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This position will be based at our Fort Mcmurray office location.\nPurpose & Key Accountabilities: \nThe Coordinator - IWD serves as a principal connector and referrer between Mikisew Cree First Nation (MCFN) members, Mikisew Group of Companies, and its Partnerships.\nThis position supports the career development of MCFN members by:\nBuilding networks, relationships, and referral pathways for members into meaningful employment opportunities.\nActing as a trusted advisor and connector, ensuring members are referred to appropriate roles, training, or mentorship programs.\nGuiding members through readiness, training, and career progression, while leaving ultimate hiring and placement decisions with business leaders and partners.\nSupporting Mikisew Group’s Partnerships by ensuring Indigenous participation commitments are met through transparent and collaborative referral processes.\nDuties & Responsibilities\nConnector & Referral Role\nAct as the first point of contact for MCFN members seeking employment or development opportunities.\nScreen and support candidates, ensuring they are referred to hiring managers, HR, or Partnership representatives for consideration.\nMaintain the MCFN Talent Pool as a living resource, tracking referrals, outcomes, and readiness levels.\nServe as a liaison between community and business leaders, bridging expectations on both sides.\n Professional Development\nGuide members to training, funding (e.g., Alberta Job Grant, apprenticeships), and development resources to strengthen readiness.\nSupport early career initiatives for students and youth to prepare them for future employment within Mikisew Group or its Partnerships.\n Community & Partnership Engagement\nBuild trust and consistent engagement with MCFN membership, acting as a visible resource and accessible connector.\nWork with Partnerships to create referral pathways and align candidate readiness with business needs.\nAttend community and partnership events (career fairs, trade shows, school visits) to connect members with opportunities.\nProgram Alignment & Reporting\nTrack and report on Indigenous employment outcomes, with an emphasis on MCFN member referrals and participation.\nSupport the VP, People & Culture in aligning workforce initiatives with shareholder and partner commitments.\nShare success stories, lessons learned, and opportunities for continuous improvement.\nQualifications\nPost-secondary diploma or certificate in Human Resources, Career Development, Indigenous Studies, or related field (a combination of education and experience, with a demonstrable record of success in such a role, may be considered)\nMinimum of five (5) years of direct HR Advisory-level or Student placement/support/practicum experience. Preference will be given to those with a background in Trades and/or Apprenticeships fields.\nStrong organization, communication, and presentation skills, and experience with Microsoft Suite of programs\nAbility to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.\nFamiliarity with safety (HSMS) and/or Human Resource (HRIS) software programs\nExcellent oral and written communication skills\nAbility to maintain strict confidentiality.\nProfessionalism, consistency of approach and ability to relate to all levels within the company\nFamiliarity with Mikisew Cree First Nation (MCFN) shareholder structure and its role in Mikisew Group’s operations.\nComfortable traveling between remote worksites and community settings to act as a visible connector.\nActs as a trusted steward of MCFN member information, balancing confidentiality with reporting needs to leadership.\nWorking Conditions\nHours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs. 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