Data Sovereignty & Systems Lead

Data Sovereignty & Systems Lead

Nigig Nibi-Ki-win Gamik is an Indigenous child and family well-being organization rooted in Algonquin jurisdiction and community values. Our team supports the staff working directly with child, youth and families.

We are recruiting for a Data Sovereignty & Systems Lead. This is a full-time position.

The Data Sovereignty & Systems Lead is responsible for organizational efforts related to quality improvement, data management, and privacy enhancement. This role will be the administrator of Nigig Gamik’s case management system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures the timely collection and safe storage of client and client-related information from outside agencies
• Ensure effective privacy parameters are created and maintained
• Oversees the collection, management, and quality of the data
• Ensures data systems and practices are culturally safe, strengths-based, and support inherent jurisdiction, prevention and family wellness outcomes
• Supervises and supports intake workers
• Leads the enhancement and use of data for operational decision-making, reporting, and continuous improvement
• Provides oversight to the Intake and navigation team
• Monitors workflow expectations and provides feedback and encouragement to team members
• Develops workflow systems to be utilized by staff to optimize information sharing with appropriate departments and co-workers
• Develops a working relationship with all external organizations as may be involved or working in conjunction with Nigig Gamik
• Liaises with Family & Children Services and other external organizations as necessary
• Provides day-to-day direction and guidance to staff with respect to data integrity

• Bachelor’s degree information systems, data science, public administration, social work, or a related discipline
• A master’s degree is preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and lived/work experience in indigenous data governance and social services may be prioritized
• Demonstrated understanding of OCAP principles
• Proven experience leading or supporting the implementation of case management systems or client information systems in human services
• Experience overseeing other staff
• Experience working with a First Nation is an asset
• Experience working with indigenous communities is a must
• Knowledge of OCAP principles, policy and procedure creation and integration, and report building
• Knowledge and understanding of Nigig’s interest in children, youth and families
• Child, Youth & Family Services Act (Ontario) and its application and proceedings involving First Nation members
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and a high level of professionalism
• Able to travel and work flexible hours at times
• An acceptable vulnerable sector check
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Class G driver’s license and a driver’s abstract

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Employment benefits and pension plan
• Paid sick, vacation and special day leave
• 14 provincial and federal statutory holidays

Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons who identify as indigenous will be given preference as this role serves the needs of members of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to a) the qualified indigenous person who is a member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; then to, b) the qualified indigenous person; then to, c) the qualified non-indigenous candidate.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants at all stages of the recruitment and selection process. For confidential requests, contact employment@nigignibi.com