Innovation Project Officer

Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages

. Support the full lifecycle of innovation-related work associated with grants and funding agreements, including intake, assessment, partner collaboration, and reporting .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$77,690 - CA$87,907 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project coordination, grants management, and community engagement, with a strong understanding of Indigenous histories and language revitalization. Proficient in stakeholder engagement and program administration, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across diverse groups.

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Project CoordinationGrants ManagementCommunity EngagementIndigenous Language RevitalizationStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Project Management PrinciplesBudget TrackingPerformance Measurement FrameworksData Collection MethodologiesOutcome Reporting

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCultural HumilitySound JudgmentConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office 365ExcelWordPowerPointTeamsSharePoint

Industry Keywords

Indigenous StudiesInnovation ProgrammingCulturally Grounded Community EngagementIndigenous Languages ActTRC Calls to Action

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the full lifecycle of innovation-related work associated with grants and funding agreements, including intake, assessment, partner collaboration, and reporting
Build and maintain relationships with experts, rightsholders, communities, organizations, and other stakeholders to identify and advance innovative approaches
Build and strengthen reciprocal relationships with applicants, communities, networks, organizations, and partners nationally and internationally
Support identification, prioritization, and amplification of innovation-specific language revitalization needs
Develop briefing notes, presentations, and project status updates
Coordinate timelines, workflows, funding release, approvals, and quality control across multiple concurrent projects
Work cross-functionally with internal teams to support coordinated program delivery and consistent communication regarding funding opportunities and project updates
Maintain communication schedules, collect project success stories, and ensure timely dissemination of information to stakeholders
Represent the Commission at key engagements and forums with Indigenous Peoples, communities, governments, external partners, and rightsholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Business Administration, Indigenous Studies, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant experience (2-4+ years) in project coordination, program administration, grants management, innovation programming, community development, or a related field
Experience coordinating funding programs, tracking budgets, monitoring project deliverables, and maintaining accurate records
Demonstrated experience organizing meetings, events, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities
Experience leading community outreach, stakeholder engagement, and partnership development
Strong understanding of Indigenous histories, language revitalization priorities, cultural preservation, and the broader policy landscape in Canada, including the Indigenous Languages Act and the TRC Calls to Action
Knowledge of Indigenous governance, rights, and culturally grounded community engagement practices
Understanding of project management principles, including planning, implementation, risk management, monitoring, and reporting
Knowledge of innovation ecosystems, program development, funding administration, and community engagement practices
Understanding of funding programs, grant administration processes, and program evaluation
Familiarity with performance measurement frameworks, data collection methodologies, and outcome reporting
Knowledge of stakeholder engagement and partnership development practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and project tracking tools
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information
Commitment to reconciliation, cultural humility, inclusion, and respectful engagement with Indigenous Peoples and communities
Proficiency in an Indigenous language and bilingualism (English/French) are assets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental benefits
Pension plan
Two weeks paid holidays to begin
Additional paid days off through the year, including federal and provincial holidays
Supportive work environment
Career development opportunities
Mentorship
Professional development