Community Justice Navigator and Legal Education Officer

Location

Kenora, ON | Canada

Job description

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation

Employment Opportunity

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation is presently recruiting for

COMMUNITY JUSTICE NAVIGATOR & LEGAL EDUCATION OFFICER

(Term Contract – 1 year)

Thunder Bay, Timmins, Kenora, Sioux Lookout ON

The Community Justice Navigator and Legal Education Officer (CJNLEO) is a community-based position located in a Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN) community. CJNLEOs are responsible for assisting NAN communities with the coordination and set up of Starlink systems and associated equipment for fly-in courts and Justice system use. The CJNLEO will also work closely with NALSC Public Legal Education to provide education materials, program/workshops and general knowledge regarding Justice
System and general legal education.

Qualifications:
• High School diploma and some previous education or training in law related field.
• Good understanding of the NALSC programs and services
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous people, Indigenous culture, traditions and justice system
• Experience and knowledge of the legal system is an asset.
• Experience working with NAN and in First Nation Communities
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office
equipment
• Ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree, or Ojibway an asset.

Location: Thunder Bay, Timmins, Kenora, Sioux Lookout ON
Hours: Full Time – Contract (35 Hours Per Week)
Salary: In accordance with established pay grid and commensurate with education/ experience
CLOSING DATE: March 22, 2024

Please send cover letter, and resume to:

Human Resources, Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation,

101 Syndicate Ave N, Suite 101 Thunder Bay, ON, P7C 3V4

Email: [email protected]

NALSC invites applications from qualified members of NAN. Please indicate in your cover letter how you meet the criteria for the position and whether you are a NAN member. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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