GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province
| Location | Type | Posting Date | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatoon | Full Time | Sep 10, 2025 | Oct 10, 2025 |
The Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research invites applications for the following position:
Director Gabriel Dumont Institute Training & Employment
Our Mission Statement: To promote the renewal and development of Métis culture through research, materials development, collection and distribution of those materials, and the design, development and delivery of Métis-specific educational programs and services.
Competition Code: 2503 300S Oct 10
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Gabriel Dumont Institute (GDI), the Director of GDI Training and Employment (GDITE) will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all GDITE initiatives delivered across Saskatchewan’s twelve (12) Métis Nation–Saskatchewan regions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ensuring effective delivery of programs under the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ISETS), the Métis Nation University Program (MNU), and any supplemental and/or successor agreements; collaboratively manage the overall human resources of the division, including the supervision of senior administrative and regional staff; preparing budgets, financial, and compliance reports as required by GDI and funding partners; developing, implementing, and maintaining programs and services that advance both short- and long-term goals of GDI and Métis clients; liaising and maintaining relationships with federal, provincial, and Métis Nation governments, funding agencies, and community stakeholders; ensuring operations, staffing, marketing, and administrative functions support and align with GDI’s mission and Métis client success; and working collaboratively with the GDI Board and senior management team to support the Institute’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. The Director may also be assigned additional duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position by the CEO of GDI.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in a relevant area of study. Applicants currently enrolled in a Master’s program may also be considered. Must have several years of related and successful experience in the career and employment services sector, previous experience in a senior management role, 3-5 years of supervisory experience, demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff, other GDI departments and outside agencies; extensive understanding of Métis culture and the employment and training needs of the Métis within Saskatchewan.
For more information on the Institute please visit: https://gdins.org
Remuneration: A competitive salary and benefits package
Term: 3 year term with possibility of renewal
Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Deadline for receipt of applications: October 10, 2025
Please quote competition code when submitting resume and cover letter to:
GDI Human Resources
917 22nd Street West
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0R9
Telephone (306) 657-2264
Email: jobs@gdins.org
Gabriel Dumont Institute has permission from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively.
Please state in your cover letter if you are Métis. Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted.
The Institute reserves the right to withdraw this posting at any time.
GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province
