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Director, Indigenous Peoples Centre (IPC) Brandon University has an exciting opportunity to join our team as the Director, Indigenous Peoples Centre (IPC), providing leadership and supporting innovative programs and services to recruit and retain First Nations, Mtis, and Inuit learners. Working closely with senior administration, faculty, students, staff, Knowledge Keepers and Indigenous Community members, the Director will strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment. The Director will encourage effective and inclusive consideration of Indigenous student perspectives across campus. Duties and Responsibilities The preferred candidate will develop initiatives that recognise the cultural integrity of Indigenous students and address barriers to success and will collaborate with the Director of Recruitment and Retention on recruitment and retention initiatives that recognise the distinct needs of Indigenous students. The Director will direct and execute the strategic plan and manage the budget for the Indigenous Peoples Centre. They will coordinate the engagement of Knowledge Keepers, providing support and referrals as required, and supervise IPC staff. In addition, the Director will serve as the Universitys administrative representative on Indigenous student matters. Qualifications The preferred candidate will hold a Masters degree or equivalent in a related field and possess a minimum of three (3) years experience working in a postsecondary environment. Experience working in progressive leadership roles in either recruitment and/or student services with a focus on Indigenous student success would be an asset, as is experience with budget management. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership and supervisory experience, the ability to build relationships across diverse campus stakeholders, and a commitment to creating inclusive, culturally relevant programming that advances Indigenous student recruitment, retention, and overall wellbeing. Knowledge of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit cultures, histories, and contemporary issues is an asset. This position has been defined to have an Indigenous focus and preference will be given to appropriately qualified candidates of First Nations, Mtis, Inuit, or NonStatus identity and/or citizenship. Qualified shortlisted candidates will be required to engage in a process to substantiate their Indigenous identity and/or citizenship in a culturally appropriate, fair, equitable, and transparent manner. Salary Managers & Professional Officers MPO VI, $104,716.00 $113,261.00 What to Submit If your qualifications, skills and work experience align with this position, we welcome you to apply by submitting one PDF file that includes your cover letter, indicating how your qualifications and experience make you a suitable candidate, your resume, and your citizenship status. Please Submit Please submit applications electronically in one file by 4:30 p.m. March 27, 2026 to: Subject line: 2026 Director, IPC Please Note This is a fulltime term position until May 29th, 2027, with the opportunity for extension. This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check and the successful candidate will be responsible for fees incurred. Candidates may be required to successfully complete a technical skills test. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide three (3) workrelated references at the time of the interview. Additional Postings available from Brandon University #J-18808-Ljbffr