The Project Assistant’s primary function will be to ensure a smooth transition from the current hostel facility into the new hostel.  In addition, this position will review hostel project information on a daily basis and provide input on changes to the project.

The Project Assistant reports to and is supervised by the Director of Client Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post Secondary education in Project Management and/or Health Care Administration;
• Extensive experience in administration, particularly in First Nations organizations;
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to deal with public in a professional and co-operative manner.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Ability to travel;
• Knowledge of people, culture and health priorities of the First Nations communities in the Sioux Lookout District and catchment areas;
• Ability to speak Oji-Cree, Ojibway, and Swampee Cree is a definite asset;
• A valid Driver’s licence is preferred.

Please send covering letter, resume, two most recent employment references and an up-to-date criminal reference check with a Search of the Pardoned Sexual Offender Registry to:

Charlene Samuel, Human Resource Manager
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
SIOUX LOOKOUT, Ontario
P8T 1B8

Tel:  807-737-1802
Fax:  807-737-2969

Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com

 Closing Date:  November 14, 2008

 The Health Authority wishes to thank applicants in advance for their interest in the Health Authority.  However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

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