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We are hiring an executive director!
We are seeking a strategic and people-centred Executive Director with experience in Indigenous land-based education, organizational leadership, and cross-sector collaboration. This is a meaningful opportunity for an individual who thrives in supporting teams and organizations as they navigate growth and organizational change. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will work closely with the Dechinta community to advance strategic priorities and bring the organization’s vision to life.
Dechinta is at an important crossroad in its organizational journey, and the new Executive Director will be key in supporting the organization in securing new short and long term funding relationships and exploring what’s needed to further deepen Dechinta’s impacts. You will use your people centred approach, deep listening skills, and draw on your past experience and networks to build the reach of Dechinta in the north, including with various levels of government and post-secondary educational institutions. As a key ambassador and representative of the organization, you will continue to raise the organization’s profile and deepen engagement with Elders, community members, academic & research partners, funding partners, students, and all of Dechinta’s key audiences and constituencies.
Download the full job description here!
Apply through our portal here.
Volunteer Opportunities
From online collaborations or office work, to making camp and setting nets, we are looking for volunteers to help with Dechinta programming. Fill out the form to get in touch with us about volunteering or email us at admin@dechinta.ca
