Waawaaskonenh Foundation – Operations Manager

Waawaaskonenh Foundation – Operations Manager

PERMANENT – FULL TIME
CLASSIFICATION: Manager/M3 Program Head, Salary Grade Band L
Qualified Level: $89,183 – $99,091 – $109,000

Kenjgewin Teg and the Waawaaskonenh Foundation offer a supportive, culturally grounded learning environment where personal and professional growth is encouraged. Employees benefit from:

Anishinaabe-aadiziwin and Anishinaabemowin learning opportunities for employees to support personal wellness and growth.
75% employer-paid benefit premiums.
Participation in the Ontario Teacher Pension Plan for OCT members.
Defined pension plan with a total 14% contribution (9% employer + 5% employee).
A two-week paid winter closure in December annually.
Four-day summer work weeks (July & August).
If these benefits interest you and you want to join a team that creates a place of learning that supports and inspires students through lifelong learning opportunities, contact us today! We are seeking a valuable team member for the Waawaaskonenh Foundation Operations Manager position.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Waawaaskonenh Foundation is an Indigenous-led registered charitable organization that funds programs and services to support the revitalization of the languages, arts, and cultural heritage for learners of Kenjgewin Teg. To learn more about the Foundation, please visit https://waawaaskonenh.ca/.

The Operations Manager is the heart of the Foundation’s daily operations, with a genuine passion for the Foundation’s mission and vision. The Operations Manager will be committed to ethical and responsible practices, centred on a worldview that supports Anishinabek-led education for learners. This operational leadership position will ensure that the Foundation’s charitable purposes are met, that growth is planned, and that donor resources are used effectively to maximize gift impact by fostering a culture of efficiency, delivering program support effectively, and strengthening the Foundation’s ability to create lasting and sustainable change.

The Operations Manager is responsible for both start-up and ongoing operational and board governance activities of the charitable organization. This position will implement effective operations in administration, finance and human resources for the organization and will work collaboratively and liaise with the President of Kenjgewin Teg. The Operations Manager will work in collaboration with the E’gaanjidaget (champion and external leader of the Foundation) and the President of Kenjgewin Teg to provide operational leadership. This position reports to the Board of Directors of the Waawaaskonenh Foundation.

This position’s head office is located at 374A Hwy 551, M’Chigeeng First Nation. This position is a hybrid and/or remote work arrangement.    

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum undergraduate degree in Business Management/Administration or related field of study 
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an administrative and management capacity
Proven experience in operations management, preferably in a nonprofit or charitable setting 

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

A problem-solving mindset and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment 
Excellent organizational, strategic, planning, and implementation skills 
Excellent management writing  
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
Confident decision-making abilities 
Initiative and ability to work independently/self-directed work performance goals 
Financial management literacy, including budget management and reporting 
Ability to multitask and meet multiple and /or unexpected deadlines in a demanding environment 
Digital literacy and proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office environment) and familiarity with CRM or donor management systems 
Knowledge of Anishinabek education sovereignty goals and objectives and their connected relationships to Anishinabek culture, Anishinaabemowin, principles and protocols for Learners 
Kendmoowin; Anishnabemwin miinwaa Anishnaabe bmaadziwin 

Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at HumanResources@Kenjgewinteg.ca for a full job description, which will provide the scope and an understanding of this position’s responsibilities.

Interested individuals can send a complete application package that consists of:
Cover letter, a detailed resume, three (3) current (within one year) references listed, two of which must be professional, and written permission to contact references.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Applications can be received marked confidential through email at: humanresources@kenjgewinteg.ca or mailed to:

Kenjgewin Teg
“HR – Waawaaskonenh Foundation – Operations Manager”
c/o Director of Human Resources
374A Hwy. 551, M’Chigeeng, ON
P0P 1G0

Late applications and incomplete application packages will not be considered. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: Kenjgewin Teg has taken steps to ensure the organization is inclusive within the school community. This includes the shared practice of the First Nation tradition of smudging.

Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per the Freedom of Information (FOI) and Protection of Privacy Act, 1987.