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Welcome to our new Website
Written by Fort William First Nation - January 4, 2012
On behalf of the Fort William First Nation, I am proud to present the Fort William First Nation website. This website is a result of community analysis and visioning to serve as a base for the implementation of a communication strategy. It contains the most complete updated and accurate information on the Fort William First Nation programs, services and businesses. This is a tool and no tool will work unless people work with the tool. That is why the people of Fort William First Nation should see themselves as the co-authors of this website and should be committed to utilizing
Employment opportunity – Youth Summer Employment Coordinator
Written by Fort William First Nation - May 11, 2012
The Youth Summer Employment Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, supervising and evaluating the Youth Summer Student Program. Responsibilities Communicate with youth to determine their needs and abilities Communicate with organizations to determine needs and interest Develop youth employment package Supervise youth Coordinate student placements Record attendance/timesheets for payroll Assist in completion of final reports required by funding agent Perform other duties as required Knowledge & Skills Office administration Team building skills Analytical and problem solving skills Decision making skills Effective verbal and listening communication skills Effective written skills Time management skills This position is open to Post Secondary Students who will be returning to school in the fall. This is a 12 week program. Interested individuals please submit
Community Meeting – May 14th 6:00PM to 9:00PM at the Community Centre
Written by Fort William First Nation - May 4, 2012
Job Posting – Chief Executive Officer – 3yr. Contract
Written by Fort William First Nation - May 3, 2012
Position Title: Chief Executive Officer – 3yr. Contract Position Description: Under the direction of the FWFN Band Council, with direct supervision from the Chief of FWFN, plans, organizes, directs and controls, the development and implementation of all FWFN programs, projects and services to ensure the effective and efficient delivery and operation. Major Responsibilities: Responsible for the overall supervision of all administrative staff and Project Administrators, with direct supervision provided to the Senior Managers. Directs and advises the Senior Managers delivering services and programs to the Membership, clientele and general public. Coordinates the evaluations of all Band staff via Senior Managers and performs direct evaluations of
COMMUNITY NOTICE – Community Clean Up Rescheduled
Written by Fort William First Nation - April 18, 2012
COMMUNITY NOTICE Please be advised that due to the weather, the Community Clean-up scheduled for April 20, 2012 will be rescheduled for a date in May. A community newsletter with the details will follow when the new date has been set.
NOTICE TO STUDENTS
Written by Fort William First Nation - April 3, 2012
Post Secondary Funding Applications Are you planning on attending College or University in the 2012/2013 school year? If so, you will have to apply for funding from Fort William First Nation. This is required for each and every year you plan on attending a Post Secondary Institution (even if you are a returning student). Downloadable applications are available at www.fwfn.com, or a hard copy can be picked up at the Band Office. Deadline for application is May 30, 2012. Please ensure you include cost for the full year. Any unexpected cost will not
Employment opportunity – Finance Officer
Written by Fort William First Nation - March 29, 2012
Position Title: Full-time Finance Officer FWFN Administration Office Permanent Position Position Description: Under the general direction of the Controller, the Finance Officer will perform internal control functions, account reconciliation, budget monitoring, general ledger administration and preparation of audit working papers. Major Responsibilities: Prepares bank and account reconciliations. Monitors use of existing internal controls and assists in the development of new controls. Completes journal entries as required. Collates information for various reports to funding agencies and management. Assists with audit and preparation of audit working papers. Responsible for maintenance of budget functions. Attends meetings as required. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. Qualifications: Sound understanding of accounting practices. Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of Microsoft
Employment opportunity – Controller
Written by Fort William First Nation - March 29, 2012
Position Title: Controller Full-time Position Position Description: The Controller shall hold responsibility for managing the overall financial operations of Fort William First Nation (FWFN), and will provide accurate information to the Director of Finance & Administration. The Controller will be responsible for directing and managing the organization’s accounting functions and also maintains the organization’s accounting systems and implements changes as required. Major Responsibilities: Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and statutory reporting. Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal regulatory and organization policies and procedures. Prepare, analyze
Employment Opportunity – General Manager
Written by Fort William First Nation - March 27, 2012
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY March 23, 2012 The Anemki Mountain Corporation will be considering resumes for the following position of GENERAL MANAGER Reporting: The General Manager reports directly to the Anemki Mountain Corporation Board of Directors, and ensures that all facility operational requirements are adequately met through the application of established policies and procedures. Duties: Negotiate and prepare tenant leases and lease renewals Deals with tenant’s problems and ensures that their needs are met, in conjunction with the specified lease requirements Supervise Arena Manager and Arena Operation Manage Mountain Operation in conjunction with Mountain Supervisor Establish and manage a Fort William First Nation (FWFN) Housing Corporation/Authority Department in conjunction with the Housing Administrator Manage/maintain