Pre-employment Training Manager

Full-time, 40 hours per week

$38.00/hr

About Keepers of the Circle

Keepers of the Circle is an Indigenous Hub operated by the Temiskaming Native Women’s Support Group (TNWSG), a non-profit organization founded in 1997 to promote the economic, cultural, and social equity of Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse peoples.

About the Role

The Program Manager will oversee the pre-employment Training Team at Keepers of the Circle (KOTC) that delivers the Culture, Confidence and Competence (CCC) training Program and supports additional KOTC training initiatives. The CCC is a culturally rooted pre-employment training curriculum that is focused on personal and professional development designed by and for Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse individuals. The program is delivered online, in-person and through community or employer partnerships utilizing a wholistic, strengths-based approach in helping members develop skills for life balance and workplace success. The Manager also supports additional KOTC training programs through intake coordination, SharePoint Participant files and Partnerships. 

Requirements

·         Post-secondary education with experience in Management or Supervisory positions.  

·         Strong formal and informal interpersonal and leadership skills demonstrated through life or work experience.  

·         Well-developed coaching and strong conflict management skills, both formal and informal demonstrated through work experience.  

·         Strong oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.  

·         Culturally competent through working with Indigenous Peoples and familiarity of Indigenous history and unique social issues.  

·         Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills.  

·         Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives and policies into practical actions. 

·         Operation of desktop computer and familiarity with common computer software. 

·         A valid class G driver’s licence. 

This role will require the ability to work in an office setting at our training center located at 175 Government Road East in Kirkland Lake, ON. The candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, advanced Excel and Power Point skills.

If you would like more information about the role, please visit https://keepersofthecircle.com/resources/. 

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility

We advocate for the presence and contributions of all people regardless of race, colour, religion, age, genetic status, sex, military status, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions. As an Indigenous organization, Keepers of the Circle has an affirmative action policy that prioritizes the hiring of Indigenous Peoples and community affiliates. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Metis, or Inuit) or an affiliate to bring this to our attention in your cover letter. Please let us know of any specific requirements during the application process by emailing hr@keepersofthecircle.com – we are happy to work with you on accommodation requests.

How To Apply

Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5pm EST. Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@keepersofthecircle.com with the subject title “Training Manager Application – (Your Name