The Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI (MCPEI) is a non-profit Tribal Council and Provincial Territorial Organization (PTO) governed by a Board of Directors consisting of the Band Councils from Lennox Island and Abegweit First Nations. MCPEI serves as a provincial forum for the member First Nations on political and policy issues and provides advisory services to member First Nation Councils in band governance, community planning, financial, economic development and technical services. MCPEI works to build the necessary infrastructure to promote, protect and enhance all PEI Mi’kmaq and to advance the Aboriginal and treaty rights of the Mi’kmaq
Executive Director
Reporting to the Board of Directors, you assume responsibility for providing leadership and direction to the organization. You are responsible for planning, managing and implementing MCPEI’s programs, services, policies and financial affairs. You regularly liaise with officials of the Federal Government, Provincial Government and other First Nations, agencies and business associates in support of MCPEI’s goals and objectives.
As the successful candidate, you have a degree in Business, Public Administration or Social Sciences, or the equivalent in experience and relevant training. You have a strong financial background and significant experience working with budgets. You are an exceptional communicator and engage your written communication skills in writing grants and proposals that result in sustainable funding from various sources. You are capable of managing a diverse team that works in multiple locations. Experience working in the Aboriginal community is considered a strong asset. As a leader, you use your strong interpersonal skills to leverage the strengths of your team and build lasting internal and external partnerships. Ideally, you have experience reporting to a Board of Directors.
MCPEI offers a competitive salary and benefits package and provides excellent opportunity for personal growth and challenge. If you are interested in becoming a key member of MCPEI’s management team, you may forward your resume and covering letter by Friday September 3, 2010 to:
CLOSING DATE: September 2, 2010