EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Vocational-Technical Programs Coordinator

The Wilp Wilxo‚Äôoskwhl Nisga‚Äôa Institute (WWNI) is a community driven, student focused aboriginal post-secondary institute located in the picturesque Nass Valley of Northern British Columbia.  The WWNI offers a variety of adult programs in the following areas: academic, technical, vocational and continuing community education.

The Vocational-Technical Coordinator is responsible for determining the vocational and technical training needs of students in the Nass Valley. The Coordinator will research and recommend to the CEO appropriate and cost-effective vocational-technical courses and programs that can be delivered throughout the year.

Duties:

• Work with institutions in the Nass Valley to identify training needs and the implementation of appropriate programming.
• Research curriculum, resources, accessibility and cost of various courses and programs for delivery.
• Actively seek funding from various entities to support the vocational and technical courses and programs.
• Maintain communication with the various Nisga‚Äôa communities in order to determine educational needs, appropriate work plans for courses, and to communicate program offerings clearly and consistently to all interested students.
• Set up and maintain accurate student files.
• Prepare various reports including monthly reports, student statistics, program plans, budgets and a year-end review.

Qualifications: 

• Candidates with a Masters will be given preference.
• Related positive co-ordinator experience
• A valid driver‚Äôs license
• Candidates must also demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills particularly in the area of proposal writing for the purpose of securing funding.
  • Familiarity with the Nisga‚Äôa Language and culture.
  • Experience in dealing with local governments and businesses.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please send resume‚Äô and supporting documentation (evidence of education obtained, current referee‚Äôs support letters, and contact information) to Wilp Wilxo‚Äôoskwhl Nisga‚Äôa Institute P.O.Box 70, Gitwinksihlkw, B.C., V0J 3T0.  Telephone: (250) 633-2292, Facsimile: (250) 633-2463 or by email to kkervel@wwni.bc.ca.

The application deadline is Monday, January 10, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. 

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST, HOWEVER ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.