Employment
Indigenous Communications Officer
Location: Attawapiskat
Department: Administration
Reports To: Director of Operations
Employment Type: 1 Year Term
Job Description
Attawapiskat First Nation is seeking a reliable, organized, and professional Communications Officer. The Communications Officer supports the planning, development, and delivery of internal and external communications for Attawapiskat First Nation. Under the supervision of the Director of Operations or designated supervisor, the intern assists in creating engaging and culturally respectful content that promotes AFN programs, services, initiatives, events, and community achievements.
Key Responsibilities
- Help create and share community notices, updates, and information in print and online.
- Update the First Nation’s website, social media pages, and internal communication tools.
- Assist with live streaming meetings, announcements, and community events.
- Help write and format reports, meeting notes, presentations, newsletters, and public documents.
- Provide administrative communication support, including scheduling, filing, updating contact lists, and record keeping.
- Gather accurate and timely information from departments for community updates.
- Track community questions and feedback to help improve communication with Administration and Chief and Council.
- Participate in training and mentorship to develop communication, digital, and workplace skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of First Nation governance and administration is considered an asset
How To Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and two (2) recent employment references with permission to contact also please include copies of any Certificate(s) of Qualification, quoting competition “Casual Council Secretary”.
📧 Email: hr@attawapiskat.org
📬 Mail: PO Box 248, Attawapiskat, ON P0L 1A0
📠 Fax: (705)997.2422
Deadline For Applications: Open Until Filled
A complete job description is available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Attawapiskat First Nation is committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to inform the organization in advance. Personal information collected will be used solely for recruitment purposes.
For the Indigenous Workforce Development Stream.
This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Indigenous Workforce Development Program. It is a requirement under this program that the selected candidate for this position self-identify as an Indigenous person
Location
Attawapiskat
Position
Indigenous Communications Officer
Term
1 Year Term
