At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver culturally relevant programs and workshops to incarcerated Nunavimmiut.
- Company: Makivvik, a trusted organization representing the Inuit of Nunavik since 1978.
- Benefits: Generous vacation, pension plan, insurance, and travel benefits.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and cultural engagement in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while supporting fellow Inuit.
- Qualifications: High School Diploma, bilingual in Inuktitut and English/French, and program delivery experience.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Makivvik, the trusted political organization with a rich history of representing the Inuit of Nunavik since 1978. Through Makivvik and our subsidiaries, Makivvik has created opportunities for Nunavik Beneficiaries and those who live in Nunavik, today more than 500 Nunavimmiut are employed within the Makivvik network in our offices and subsidiaries.
The Program Facilitator aims to provide programs and workshops within the different correctional facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver culturally relevant programs (such as the Qullik Healthy Relationship Program) to Nunavimmiut who are incarcerated in provincial and federal detention facilities;
- Organize and deliver traditional workshops with Nunavimmiut who are incarcerated (traditional activities, sewing, carving, etc.);
- In collaboration with justice committee coordinators, organize and deliver traditional workshops with Nunavimmiut within the communities;
- Maintain positive relationships with correctional facility staff and raise awareness of the programs offered;
- Be available to travel, as requested;
- Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma;
- Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
- Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
- Inuit and cultural knowledge and understanding, is required;
- Strong desire to support and assist your fellow Inuit in access to culturally appropriate programs and support;
- Experience in program delivery or teaching;
- Knowledge of the social, judicial or correctional field, an asset;
- Experience in intervention with youth or adults;
- Showing organizational skills and being action oriented;
- Demonstrating integrity, reliability and is autonomous;
- Security clearance is required.
Benefits:
- All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as:
- Simplified Pension Plan: Employer Contribution 7%
- Group Insurance: Life, LTD, Health, & Dental
- Vacation: Starting at 20 days
- Gas Allowance: To a max. of $3,500
- Sick Days: 15 days
- Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000
- Isolation Premium: To a max. of $20,800
- Housing Allowance: To a max. of $12,000
- Cargo Allowance: To a max. of $6,500
Program Facilitator employer: Makivik Corporation
Makivvik is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the lives of the Inuit community in Nunavik through meaningful work in the construction sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, training opportunities, and promoting local employment, we foster a collaborative and supportive work culture that values Inuit traditions and cultural knowledge. Join us in making a tangible difference while enjoying comprehensive benefits and the chance to contribute to the local economy.
