Community Safety & Policing Program Advisor

BACKGROUND:

SCO is a growing and dynamic regional First Nation organization that represents 33 Anishinaabe and Dakota Nations and more than 92,000 citizens in what is now southern Manitoba. Established in 1999 by the Chiefs, SCO is mandated as an independent organization to protect, preserve, promote, and enhance First Nation peoples’ inherent rights, languages, customs, and traditions through the application and implementation of the spirit and intent of the Treaty-making process.

OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Director of Community Safety & Policing, the Community Safety & Policing Program Advisor supports Community Safety and Policing initiatives by coordinating reporting requirements, analyzing program and performance data, and strengthening relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This role ensures accurate, timely, and culturally informed reporting to leadership, Chiefs, funding partners, and justice or policing partners, while respecting First Nations data sovereignty and governance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect, validate, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data related to community safety and policing programs
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, confidentiality, and cultural relevance
• Maintain organized and secure records of data, reports, and stakeholder communications
• Prepare regular and ad‑hoc reports, dashboards, briefing notes, and presentations for leadership, Chiefs, and funding bodies
• Coordinate and track reporting deliverables tied to funding and contribution agreements
• Serve as a liaison between Community Safety and Policing programs and internal and external stakeholders
• Support stakeholder meetings, consultations, and engagement sessions through preparation of materials and summaries
• Identify trends, risks, gaps, and opportunities to inform strategic planning and continuous improvement

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or diploma in Public Administration, Criminology, Justice Studies, Data Analytics, Indigenous Studies, or a related field
• Experience in data analysis, reporting, program evaluation, and performance measurement in community safety, policing, justice, and/or public‑sector environments
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities or Indigenous‑governed organizations
• Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, databases, business intelligence platforms)
• Knowledge of First Nations governance, community safety approaches, and the impacts of colonization
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Experience working with First Nations; strong understanding of the impacts of colonization, intergenerational trauma, and systemic barriers
• Ability to speak Anishinaabe or Dakota is considered a strong asset

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must have a valid class 5 MB driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle for business travel
• Flexibility for occasional evening or weekend meetings or events may be required, especially during peak engagement or reporting periods

WAGE RANGE: $70,000 – $85,000 Annually

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources

Southern Chiefs’ Organization

202-600 Empress Street

Winnipeg, MB R3G 0L5

Fax: (204) 946-1871 | hr@scoinc.mb.ca

Preference will be given to qualified First Nations candidates. Please self-identify in your cover letter.

Proof of education will be required at the point of hire where an incumbent has graduated from a relevant program.

Please note that SCO does not offer hybrid/remote work options unless specifically stated.

Testing may form part of the selection process.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for up to six months.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected will be contacted for further consideration.