Electoral Officer

ELECTORAL OFFICER

Qalipu First Nation is looking to fill an Electoral Officer contract position to cover the period of September 16th, 2024, to November 1, 2024.

Location of Position: Location of the successful applicant, options are as follows: Corner Brook, Gander, Grand Falls-Windsor or Stephenville

Position Reports to: Mr. Rod Bennett., Director of Operations

Job Description: The Electoral Officer is responsible for the implementation of the 2024 Qalipu First Nation Band Council election in accordance with the Custom Election Regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the election, ensuring a fair and democratic process
• Ensuring all eligible voters have access to the electoral system
• Enforcing all rules and deadlines as outlined in the regulations
• Development of public notices in accordance with regulations and processes
• Preparing nomination forms
• Overseeing the nomination process
• Design and development of ballots, notices, reports, forms, and any other printed materials
• Oversee the voting process with Intelivote
• Handling any complaints by candidates and/or voting members using absolute discretion
• Preparing and posting final election results
• Assisting in creating public awareness of the 2024 Band Council election

Qualifications: Previous training and employment in elections processes would be an asset. An equivalent combination of experience and training will be acceptable. Must provide certificate of conduct.

How to Apply: If you are interested in this contract position, please submit your letter of interest outlining your qualifications electronically to rbennett@qalipu.ca. Submission should be addressed to:

Rod Bennett
Director of Operations
Qalipu First Nation
28 Hardy Ave
Grand Falls Windsor, NL, A2A 2P9

Deadline for receipt of submission: Thursday August 22nd, 2024, at 4:00pm

Qalipu First Nation