Department: NISICHAWAYASIHK CREE NATION
Position: INCOME ASSISTANCE CLERK
Deadline: February 27, 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range: Based on Qualifications
Ref #: NCN 2026-02-13-001

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of Income Assistance Administrator, the employee is responsible for providing administrative support to the administrator and, if applicable, assistant administrator(s), in the administration of the income assistance program and related services. The Income Assistance Data Entry Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely entry, maintenance, and management of client data related to Income Assistance programs. This position supports Income Assistance staff by ensuring client records, financial information, and reporting data are complete, confidential, and compliant with policy and funding requirements.

Main Duties:

  • Review and process applications for income assistance, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
  • Accurately enter data and update client information, financial data, and case notes into Income Assistance databases and systems.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and paper client files.
  • Process monthly Income Assistance payments, supplements, and related documentation.
  • Verify documentation for completeness and flag missing or inconsistent information.
  • Assist with preparation of reports for management, funders and audits.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of client information at all times
  • Respond to basic inquiries from clients and staff regarding file status and documentation requirements.
  • Support income Assistance Workers with administrative and clerical tasks.
  • Ensure data entry compiles with Income Assistance policies, procedures, and funding agreements
  • Assist with filing, scanning, photocopying, and record retention requirements.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Completion of secondary school, or equivalent to secondary school.
  • Over eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Strong data entry skills with high attention to accuracy and detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and database systems.
  • Must be punctual and maintain good attendance.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Work history with excellent work ethics.
  • Work experience that has demonstrated the ability to engage successfully in work of this capacity to learn.
  • An understanding of social and cultural life and history of the community
  • An understanding of the structure and function of the local government.
  • Personal qualities that will foster positive, effective relationships with clients, including tact, discretion, patience, sensitivity, understanding, and respect for others regardless of situation.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
  • Ability to understand and explain regulations.
  • Valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver’s License

To apply:

If interested, please email your resume and cover letter and Criminal Record Check to:

[email protected]

I/Executive Director of Human Resource

Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
Phone: (204) 484-2332
Fax: (204) 484-2392

We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.