POSITION TITLE: Wiidooktaadwin Student Mentor – Office of Indigenous Initiatives
CLOSING DATE: Posted Until Filled
EMPLOYMENT DATES: September 2025 – April 2026
HOURS OF WORK: 10 hours per week
RATE OF PAY: $17.20 per hour + Vacation as determined by HR policy
JOB DESCRIPTION:
As an Indigenous Wiidooktaadwin Student Mentor, you will play a key role in fostering a welcoming, culturally grounded, and academically supportive environment for Indigenous students at Nipissing University. Through the Peer2Peer Mentorship Program, mentors will build community, promote cultural identity, and support student success—primarily through on-campus engagement in the Enji giigdoyang Student Lounge. Mentors will also contribute to the Wiidooktaadwin (“Helping One Another”) Mentorship Program, supporting local Indigenous high school students through occasional outreach and collaborative programming.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
This position will assist with the following duties:
- Lead and facilitate on-campus Peer2Peer programming, including drop-in sessions, cultural activities, and skill-building workshops.
- Host and support events in the Enji giigdoyang Student Lounge, creating a welcoming and inclusive space for Indigenous students.
- Support planning and the delivery of orientation activities, social gatherings, and academic support sessions.
- Collaborate with on campus guests and community partners to offer culturally relevant learning experiences.
- Serve as a positive role model, fostering respectful and supportive relationships with mentees.
- Support Wiidooktaadwin outreach initiatives in partnership with local schools and organizations.
- Participate in mentor training.
- Help develop and maintain culturally safe, inclusive spaces that reflect Indigenous values and perspectives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated & lived experience working with Indigenous peoples and a strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and community values.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to provide guidance and insight into university life, including academic and personal success strategies.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at Nipissing University and in good academic standing.
*This position is subject to budgetary approval*
To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter (in one document) referencing the job title in the subject line and three (3) references to studentjobs@nipissingu.ca. A separate email for each position must be submitted if applying for multiple positions.
We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. You must be able to provide proof of being a full-time post-secondary student, have a valid work study permit and a Social Insurance Number in order to work on-campus.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
