Tajikeimik

Contract

Weekdays

Description

Tajikeimɨk is seeking a consultant with extensive experience in Indigenous Storywork to collaborate with Mi'kmaw communities, Elders, knowledge keepers, traditional harvesters, and medicine people. Reporting to the Director of Mental Wellness and Healing, the consultant will support the collection and sharing of
stories and teachings related to L'nui-Npisun (Mi'kmaw Medicine), ensuring the preservation and respectful transmission of this knowledge.

What you’ll do:

Specific responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Collaborating with Mi'kmaw Elders, knowledge keepers, traditional harvesters,
  and medicine people to gather, document, and preserve stories and teachings
  related to L'nui-Npisun (Mi'kmaw Medicine).
• Facilitating culturally sensitive and respectful conversations to ensure the
  accurate sharing of traditional knowledge and practices.
• Ensuring the integrity of Mi'kmaw cultural knowledge is preserved while capturing
  the context and significance of each story.
• Working with community members to create materials that honour and reflect the
  wisdom passed down through generations.
• Providing recommendations for culturally appropriate methods of sharing and
  transmitting the gathered knowledge to future generations.
• Supporting the development of resources that ensure the teachings of L'nui-Npisun are
  accessible in a respectful and meaningful manner.

Your qualifications:

• A deep understanding and respect for Mi'kmaw culture, traditions, and teachings, with a focus
  on L'nui-Npisun (Mi'kmaw Medicine).
• Experience in Indigenous Storywork, cultural documentation, or a related field, with an emphasis on
  ethical and culturally sensitive practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage respectfully with Elders,
  knowledge keepers, and community members.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse community groups, ensuring the preservation and transmission of Indigenous knowledge.
• Experience in working with Indigenous communities and a demonstrated commitment to fostering cultural integrity and community empowerment.
• Ability to speak Mi’kmaw a requirement.
• Ability to write Mi’kmaw considered an asset.
• Familiarity with ethical considerations in the handling and sharing of Indigenous
  knowledge, including issues of consent and cultural protocols.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on program
  needs.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Nova Scotia.
• An up-to-date criminal record check.

What we are looking for:

• An individual with a deep commitment to preserving and sharing Mi'kmaw knowledge,
  culture, and traditions.
• Someone who approaches Indigenous Storywork with respect, sensitivity, and a
  strong understanding of cultural protocols.
• A person who can build meaningful, trust-based relationships with Mi'kmaw Elders,
  knowledge keepers, and community members, ensuring the ethical collection and
  documentation of stories.
• A skilled communicator who is able to facilitate open, respectful dialogues that
  empower community voices and honour their teachings.
• An individual with a genuine passion for supporting the transmission of
  traditional knowledge to future generations in a culturally relevant and
  sustainable way.
• A professional who is open to learning, adapting, and working collaboratively
• within the values and worldview of Mi'kmaw culture

Salary: to be negotiated based on experience.

We appreciate all expressed interest in the position; however, only candidates
selected for interview will be contacted.

The organization:
Tajikeimɨk is the new and developing health and wellness organization being created to
lead health transformation on behalf of Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia. In collaboration with
Chiefs, Grand Council, and Health Directors, Tajikeimɨk will build on and evolve the health and
wellness services and programs used by Mi’kmaw people in Nova Scotia; improve health service
delivery; and strengthen coordination with Federal and Provincial health system partners—with
the goal of improving overall health for Mi’kmaq and communities.

Elukuti’kw wjit naji-wlo’ltinenew utanminal.
We are working toward better health for all in our communities

Location Information

Community

Membertou

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Province

NS

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Tajikeimik

NOC Code

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Experience Required

Yes

Available Openings

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Pay Type

To be Determined

Pay Period

To be Determined

Remuneration Per Pay Period

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Posted on

March 26th 2025

Expires

April 9th 2025