Curtis Dickie
Fort Nelson,British Columbia
Summary
Dynamic cultural leader with a strategic vision, successfully enhancing community engagement at Prophet River First Nation. Expert in innovative program development and fostering diversity, I excel in coaching and mentoring teams. Proven ability to align cultural initiatives with organizational goals, driving continuous improvement and collaboration across departments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Culture
Prophet River First Nation
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented cultural initiatives to enhance community engagement and cohesion.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions to promote cultural awareness among members.
- Collaborated with leadership to align cultural strategies with organizational goals.
- Evaluated existing programs, identifying areas for enhancement in cultural practices.
- Fostered partnerships with external organizations to enrich cultural programming opportunities.
- Mentored team members, providing guidance on best practices in cultural initiatives.
- Spearheaded efforts to document and preserve community traditions and heritage effectively.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion through workshops, events, and awareness campaigns within the organization.
- Created annual reports highlighting progress made towards achieving specific cultural goals as well as areas requiring further attention and development.
- Launched mentorship programs that supported career development for high-potential employees within the organization.
- Collaborated with HR to facilitate performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and recommending appropriate action plans.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by ensuring hiring practices aligned with company culture, values, and diversity commitments.
Culture Coordinator
Fort Nelson First Nation
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Coordinated cultural events to enhance employee engagement and foster community spirit.
- Developed and implemented programs promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align cultural initiatives with organizational goals.
- Managed communication strategies to promote events and gather feedback from participants.
Education
Carpentry Apprenticeship Level 3
Northern Lights College
Dawson CreekSkills
- Strategic visioning
- Innovative thinking
- Workforce planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability
- Continuous improvement
Languages
English
Full Professional
Dene K'eh
Limited Working
Interests
- Outdoor Recreation, including Hunting, fishing and gardening
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I like drumming and playing handgames
Timeline
Director of Culture
Prophet River First Nation
03.2023 - Current
Culture Coordinator
Fort Nelson First Nation
09.2019 - 01.2023
Carpentry Apprenticeship Level 3
Northern Lights College
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