Aboriginal employment developer

Keewatin Community Development Association Inc. (KCDA) is seeking a Northern Trades and Skills Program Manager to lead employer-driven training and employment pathways across northern Saskatchewan. This is a full-time temporary term position covering an approved leave. Salary is $87,500 annually ($44.87/hour, 37.5 hours/week). While the assignment is temporary, future opportunities with KCDA may be available as funding and organizational needs evolve.Location is flexible within northern or north-adjacent Saskatchewan. The successful candidate does not need to live in Prince Albert or Air Ronge, but must be based in or near the North, be available for in-person work in Air Ronge as required, and travel extensively throughout northern Saskatchewan.Responsibilities include developing and managing employer-driven training cohorts; building relationships with employers, communities, Indigenous organizations, training providers and government partners; supervising a Career Program Coordinator and, when engaged, part-time Industry Liaisons; reviewing training plans, budgets and project risks; coordinating participant recruitment, supports, placements and outcomes; and maintaining accurate program, financial and reporting records.We are looking for relevant experience in workforce, employment, training, trades, community programming or related work; strong organization and communication; supervisory or team-lead experience; confidence working with employers and training providers; and knowledge of northern Saskatchewan and Indigenous communities. Relevant education or an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.Send a resume and cover letter to peter.gosselin@kcda.ca. Application deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Saskatchewan time. Applications may be reviewed as received, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.