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Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Operations, you shall manage & administer the post-secondary funds & keep full & accurate records. Responsible for coordinating the Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) funded through the Indigenous & Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) & supporting adult learners in pursuing & completing post-secondary education on & off reserve. Assist students in understanding funding policies, supporting students with the application process & throughout their educational years. Manage & maintain student accounts for tuition, books & living allowances according to INAC guidelines.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Take the lead in processing student sponsorship applications & making student sponsorship decisions, ensuring students GPAs meet the minimum level, researching, screening & determining eligibility of student to enter various post-secondary programs according to the TCFN Post-Secondary Policy.
- Incorporate creative strategies to explain the process, support students in accessing information from education institutions.
- Assist individuals with the application & sponsorship process.
- Manage the funding budget.
- Manage the external students sponsorship accounts for tuition, books & supplies.
- Liaise with institutes that sponsored students are attending.
- Develop an effective communication strategy (digital & print) to keep students apprised of relevant information.
- Maintain efficient, confidential &organized record-keeping systems.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Education, Social Work or related degree, Masters Degree an asset;
- 3-5 years experience working in a First Nations Community;
- 3-5 years experience coordinating programs & managing budgets;
- Minimum 2 years of experience supporting/coaching students or clients to achieve goals;
- Microsoft Office 365 suite experience.