{"id":4813,"date":"2024-03-11T08:55:12","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T12:55:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4813"},"modified":"2024-03-19T00:01:50","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T04:01:50","slug":"whitefish-river-first-nation-birch-island-contract-proposal-writer","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4813","title":{"rendered":"PROPOSAL WRITER"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whitefish River First Nation is seeking a motivated and experienced PROPOSAL WRITER<\/strong>
Term: One-year contract (with flexible schedule)<\/strong>
*Expected start late March to early April.<\/strong>
Salary: $30 – $50 \/ hour
The Proposal Writer will be responsible for preparing effective proposals on behalf of the Whitefish River First Nation. Working closely with Chief and Council and various departments, the Proposal Writer will research, assess, and draft proposals, ensuring they align with the strategic objectives and funding priorities of the First Nation. The successful candidate will have exceptional writing skills, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of government funding programs.<\/p>\n

Key Responsibilities:<\/strong>
Research and Analysis<\/strong>
\u2022 Conduct thorough research on available funding opportunities for the WRFN.
\u2022 Research and distribute general information on funding opportunities and new program announcements.
\u2022 Liaise with government agencies, First Nation communities, industry, and other prospective partners.
\u2022 Analyze funding criteria, guidelines, and priorities to determine the best fit for proposed projects.
Proposal Development:
\u2022 Write clear, concise, and persuasive proposals that effectively articulate the First Nation’s needs, goals, and vision.
\u2022 Create well-organized outlines and develop proposal content, ensuring key messages are conveyed effectively.<\/p>\n

Funding Requirements and Compliance:<\/strong>
\u2022 Stay up-to-date with reporting requirements, and compliance guidelines for government grants and funding programs.
\u2022 Ensure proposals meet all necessary criteria, including supporting documentation and compliance with funding guidelines.<\/p>\n

Relationship Building:<\/strong>
\u2022 Establish and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, funding organizations, and partners\/collaborators (if relevant).
Proposal Tracking and Evaluation:
\u2022 Maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of all proposals, including submission dates, outcomes, and lessons learned.<\/p>\n

Qualifications:<\/strong>
\u2022 Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Communications, Public Administration, or Business Administration) or equivalent work experience.
\u2022 Proven experience in proposal writing, preferably within the public sector or for First Nation governments.
\u2022 Familiarity with government funding programs, grants, and reporting requirements.
\u2022 Possesses exceptional interpersonal skills and a friendly and professional demeanor.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Comfortable in a high-performing and fast-paced environment; demonstrated ability to achieve high-performance goals, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances.
\u2022 Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
\u2022 Strong written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
\u2022 Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
\u2022 Proficient in using relevant software and tools for proposal development (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, project management software).<\/p>\n

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:<\/strong>
\u2022 Ability to speak Anishinabemowin and participate in the culture and traditions of the Anishinabek people.
\u2022 Sound understanding of Indigenous Peoples’ rights, history, and governance structures
\u2022 Knowledge of Jordan\u2019s Principles and understanding of Indigenous rights, issues, and reconciliation efforts.
\u2022 Knowledge of First Nation communities and funding structures and the ability to integrate traditional and mainstream practices as a central and vital part of program and service delivery.<\/p>\n

For a complete job description email hrmanager@whitefishriver.ca<\/p>\n

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 18th, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please submit your resume, and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, to: CONFIDENTIAL: Proposal Writer<\/strong>
c\/o Human Resources<\/strong>
Whitefish River First Nation<\/strong>
17-A Rainbow Ridge Road, P.O. Box 188; Birch Island, ON P0P1A0<\/strong>
Email: jobapplications@whitefishriver.ca Fax: (705)285-4532<\/strong><\/p>\n

Miigwetch to all who apply, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4811,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_promoted":"","_job_location":"Birch Island","_company_name":"Whitefish River First Nation","_company_website":"https:\/\/www.whitefishriver.ca\/employment-opportunities","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-categories":[47],"job-types":[10],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/4813"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4811"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4813"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=4813"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/employmentoptions.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=4813"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}