Kotawan Director

Description

Muskeg Lake Cree Nation is seeking a dedicated, experienced and community-minded kotawn Director to provide strategic leadership, direction and overall accountability for its kotawn Program.
This is an important leadership position focused on strengthening child and family well-being services, supporting community needs, and ensuring that the kotawn Program reflects Muskeg Lake Cree Nation's laws, values, culture, traditions, priorities and commitment to the well-being of its children and families.
The successful candidate will provide overall program oversight, establish strategic direction, ensure financial and operational accountability, develop and maintain partnerships, and support the delivery of culturally appropriate prevention, intervention and family support services.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director will provide direct supervision, guidance and performance management to the kotawn Manager, who is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the program.
The Director will work collaboratively with the kotawn Manager, the kotawn Board once established, Kinship Circle, kehte-ayak, community leaders, the Director of Health and Wellness, the Finance Manager, and internal and external partners to ensure the effective development and delivery of the kotawn Program.
The position will also provide key linkages and support to Muskeg Lake Cree Nation's C-92 Technical Team and work to strengthen relationships with STC Child & Family Services and other child and family service partners.