Description
MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION RESEARCH ASSISTANT December 17, 2024 Posting #24-12-015 The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba. The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Research Assistant position within our Health & Wellness Department located at 200 Main Street in Winnipeg, MB. The Research Assistant will be required to lead the design, development, analysis, and evaluation of various components of health and wellness issues.
Duties
Job Duties/Competencies:
- Organize and facilitate meetings with stakeholders, advisory groups as per various project protocols;
- In collaboration with staff and external stakeholders arrange focus groups/interview for data collection;
- Collect, compile and present comprehensive reports for research conducted
- Participate in the design, development, analysis and evaluation of various components of health and wellness issues;
- Assist in research participant recruitment;
- Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary;
- Collect and review data through the surveys, interview process and other data collection procedures;
- Report on current issues and priorities important to the MMF through review of materials and development of supporting documentation.
Qualifications
Skills and Qualifications:
- Degree in Health or Social Science, Social Services, or relevant field;
- Experience with quantitative/qualitative and community-based research methods;
- Experience in project management;
- Experience in health research project coordination;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint;
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
- Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred;
- Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
- Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
- Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.