Workforce Development Liaison Officer (Gespeg/Gesgapegiag)

Job description

Purpose of the position

The WDLO will have the mandate to support the communities of Gespeg and Gesgapegiag in the development of lasting partnerships with various stakeholders within the territory. The goal of this position is the development of the First Nations workforce in collaboration with labour market stakeholders in finding solutions to the specific challenges of the communities. A functional collaboration must be developed with the regional office of Services Québec.

Role of the Liaison Officer
Cooperation:

• Maintain sustainable relationships with the assigned communities and understand their needs and realities regarding employability.
• Encourage constructive partnerships in terms of employability and training.

Development:

• Develop a work plan that reflects the directions of the Ministerial Strategy for Labour Market Integration of First Nations and Inuit People (MSLMIFNIP), as well as the needs of the assigned communities.
• Develop a network of contacts (employers, training institutions and potential government representatives).
• Assist in organizing employability activities with local partners, as needed.

Communication and information:

• Establish a communication plan allowing for promotion of the First Nations labour force as well as awareness of First Nations culture and realities among the various labour market stakeholders (businesses, training institutions, etc.).
• Participate in various workforce development activities such as workforce and labour market surveys, as well as the workforce planning of the assigned communities.

Required experience and qualifications

• Good knowledge of the assigned communities.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain harmonious relations with various stakeholders.
• Good knowledge of the labour market.
• Post secondary diploma or relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written French and/or English.
• Knowledge of current software, including Microsoft 365 and Internet.
• Must be available to travel and hold a valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of a First Nation language is an asset.

Job posting period

Until 2024-03-12 at 17:00