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January 12, 2024
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
Sachs Harbour
Community Worker - Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program
COMPETITION: 202398
POSITION TYPE: Contractor
SCHEDULE: As-and-When Required
COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled
FIRST RESUME REVIEW DATE: Ongoing - See To Apply section below for more information.
ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.
Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.
JOB SUMMARY
IRC is in partnership with the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program. The Canada Prenatal Nutrition program is inviting applications for Community Workers based in Sachs Harbour, NT. Under the guidance of the Health Promotions Coordinator, the Community Worker is responsible to plan and deliver Nutrition Program, activities and provide support for women who are pregnant, or have babies less than one year of age with the goal of improving the health of mothers and infants.
The Community Workers organize cooking groups for pregnant women and young parents, selects or helps women select nutritious recipes, shops for healthy groceries and snacks and ensures required cooking equipment and supplies are readily available. The successful candidate plans special activities and educational talks for a pregnancy/parenting support group that includes sessions on healthy eating, breastfeeding support, infant nutrition, and healthy living. Sessions are held on a weekly/bi‐weekly/monthly basis according to community workplan/budget.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be/have:
Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.
We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the first resume review date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs
Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: careers@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867-777-7000 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com
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POSITION TYPE: Contractor
SCHEDULE: As-and-When Required
COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled
FIRST RESUME REVIEW DATE: Ongoing - See To Apply section below for more information.
ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.
Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.
JOB SUMMARY
IRC is in partnership with the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program. The Canada Prenatal Nutrition program is inviting applications for Community Workers based in Sachs Harbour, NT. Under the guidance of the Health Promotions Coordinator, the Community Worker is responsible to plan and deliver Nutrition Program, activities and provide support for women who are pregnant, or have babies less than one year of age with the goal of improving the health of mothers and infants.
The Community Workers organize cooking groups for pregnant women and young parents, selects or helps women select nutritious recipes, shops for healthy groceries and snacks and ensures required cooking equipment and supplies are readily available. The successful candidate plans special activities and educational talks for a pregnancy/parenting support group that includes sessions on healthy eating, breastfeeding support, infant nutrition, and healthy living. Sessions are held on a weekly/bi‐weekly/monthly basis according to community workplan/budget.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be/have:
- Minimum Grade 8 education.
- Basic cooking skills with ability to follow recipes.
- Ability to lead group information sessions.
- Good organizational skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Cultural awareness of local community
Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.
We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the first resume review date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA) please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
- The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
- The position may require the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
- An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
- Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
- If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at hr@inuvialuit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
- We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.
For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs
Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: careers@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867-777-7000 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com
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