French Language Services Coordinator

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 French Language Services Coordinator position within our Languages Department located at 200 Main Street in Winnipeg, MB. The coordinator will coordinate French-language service delivery across MMF departments, identify gaps and opportunities, develop processes and recommendations, and monitor and report on progress.

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the MMF French Language Services Plan and track progress against established objectives;
• Coordinate the implementation of French-language services and priorities across MMF departments, programs, and initiatives;
• Identify gaps, risks, opportunities, and organizational capacity related to French-language service delivery and develop practical recommendations;
• Translate, review, and edit priority MMF correspondence, reports, policies, presentations, public notices, and communications into French;
• Monitor federal and provincial legislation, policies, programs, and standards related to French-language services and advise leadership on relevant implications;
• Build and maintain relationships with Manitoba Francophone organizations and institutions to strengthen French-language service capacity and collaboration.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Post Secondary Education in French, Communications, Public Administration, Languages, Indigenous Studies, or a related field;
• Minimum of 3 years of related professional experience in French-language services, program coordination, communications, public administration, policy, project coordination, or a related field;
• Experience providing French-English translation or editing services is required;
• Demonstrated experience developing reports, proposals, briefing materials, or other written materials;
• Experience coordinating projects, initiatives, or cross-departmental activities;
• Experience working with Francophone organizations, institutions, or communities is considered an asset;
• Experience with grant research, proposal development, funding applications, and reporting is an asset;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills; 
• Acceptable Criminal Record Check is required;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number. This position is open until filled.

The MMF is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.