Associate Director of Administration & Finance

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is accepting applicants for the position of:

Position Title:            Associate Director of Administration & Finance

Department:               Health Department

Hours of Work:          37.5 hours per week working onsite 8:30am – 4:30pm

Location:                    322 Chippewa Road, Muncey ON

Posting Date:             April 24, 2026

Posting Closes:         May 17, 2026

Summary:

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to support and advance Health Transformation within Chippewas of the Thames First Nation. The Associate Director of Administration & Finance will play a key role in building strong financial, administrative, and operational systems that support a child-centric, culturally grounded Health Department. Working closely with the Health Director and Associate Director of Care, this role supports a growing department of over 20 staff and ensures that financial stewardship and administrative processes enable high-quality service delivery.

We are seeking a leader who is detail-oriented, strategic, and grounded in Anishnaabe values, with a passion for building systems that support community wellness and long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership for financial and administrative operations within the Health Department. 
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. 
• Monitor spending and ensure compliance with funding agreements and policies. 
• Oversee financial reporting, variance analysis, and funding summaries. 
• Identify and support access to funding opportunities to strengthen programs and services. 
• Support implementation of administrative, financial, and reporting systems. 
• Strengthen internal controls, documentation practices, and risk management processes. 
• Support centralized systems including EMR-related administrative functions. 
• Oversee compliance reporting and funding submissions. 
• Support procurement, contract administration, and resource planning. 
• Collaborate with Associate Director of Care to align financial planning with service delivery priorities. 
• Support strategic planning, health transformation, and organizational improvement initiatives.

• Post-secondary degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. 
• CPA designation is considered an asset. 
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance, administration, or operations. 
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience. 
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and funding administration. 
• Experience with contribution agreements or public sector funding is preferred. 
• Experience working in or alongside a First Nation or Indigenous organization is strongly preferred. 
• Strong understanding of administrative systems, compliance, and operational processes. 
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems. 
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

What Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Has to Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits for permanent employees, supporting health, dental, and overall well-being.
• Employer-matched pension plan to help build long-term financial security.
• Access to a confidential Family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, emotional, and family wellness.
• Two-week holiday closure over Christmas and New Year’s, providing dedicated time to rest and recharge with family and community.