Justice – Special Projects Manager

The Chiefs of Ontario is inviting applications for a Special Projects Manager. The Special Projects Manager is a highly skilled professional that is part of a dynamic team. They will provide coordination and advocacy support to fulfill mandates in COO Resolution 24/10A related to the Indian Residential Schools file. The Special Projects Manager must have a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience and will report to the Chiefs of Ontario Director of Justice.

LOCATION: 468 Queen St E, Toronto ON, with the opportunity to work from virtual home office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Developing and executing work-plans and strategies to fulfill the mandates in COO Resolution 24/10A: Support for the Continued Operation of the Office of the Independent Special Interlocutor on Missing Children and Unmarked Graves and Burial Site and the Implementation of Recommendations from the Final Report;
Obtaining funding to support work-plans and strategies, managing respective budgets, and ensuring timely reporting of activities and deliverables;
Providing written reports, briefing notes, memorandum, and presentations to First Nations Leadership and First Nations Survivors, Chiefs and Councils, technicians, governments, and other stakeholders;
Consulting with Elders, Survivors, Leadership, Technicians, and Caretaker Communities on the creation and facilitation of the work;
Developing and maintaining partnerships with government ministries, First Nations, and First Nations organizations to ensure effective dialogue and collaboration between partners;
Maintaining an active knowledge of ongoing developments related to this work;
Other duties as assigned by Chiefs of Ontario.

Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours during peak periods, such as assembly seasons and out-of-town meetings. Travel will also be necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Relevant post-secondary education equivalent to an undergraduate or post-graduate degree.
Five years of experience working with First Nations, PTO and/or Tribal Council on justice-related issues, or equivalent.
Knowledge of First Nations culture, history, values and expectations.
Knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation, policies, and programs.
Strong analytical problem-solving skills required.
Excellent research, writing, and presentation skills.
Experience leading discussion groups and providing presentations to large forums.
Excellent organizational & information management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft software.
Self-directed, motivated and able to work independently.
Adaptable and flexible to meet needs as they are determined.

BENEFITS:

Negotiable Hybrid Work Arrangement
Two (2) Weeks Paid Time Off for December Holiday Break
Two (2) Weeks of Paid Vacation per Year, Progressively Increasing After Years of Service
Ten (10) Days of Sick Time per Year
Five (5) Days of Personal Time per Year
Employer Matched Pension
100% Employer Paid Group Insurance, Including Extended Health Coverage, Dental, Short-/Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

DURATION: ASAP to March 31, 2026 (Potential renewal contingent upon funding approval)

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

All Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Only successful Candidates will be contacted.

Send a cover letter, resume, and two (2) references marked confidential to:

Ashley Nardella, Human Resources: opportunities@coo.org