Teams at Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

Leads the First Nations Family Advocate Office, overseeing advocacy, navigation, public education, operations, strategic planning, budgets, funding, reporting, and child welfare reform initiatives. The role advances First Nations jurisdiction, analyzes legislation and policy, supports systemic change, represents the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, develops recommendations, and collaborates with child welfare authorities, research partners, leadership, and community organizations. Extensive travel and flexible hours are required.

Delivers culturally informed Indian Day School workshops and educational materials for schools, youth, community groups, survivors, and families. Coordinates program activities, schedules, supplies, communications, partnerships, logistics, technology, and events. Maintains documentation, monthly reporting, policy compliance, confidentiality, and professional relationships while supporting effective program delivery.

Work with Manitoba First Nations to support restoration and customization of Sovereign Nations Family Laws related to children and families. Coordinate meetings, develop needs assessments and implementation plans, advise on governance, provide progress reports, liaise between First Nations and the First Nations Family Advocate Office, and support training, engagement, and reunification best practices. Travel and flexible hours required.