Request for Proposals: Virtual Presenter for Indigenous Awareness Training

 Summary

 This Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits proposals from presenters with experience in virtual facilitation to provide Indigenous Awareness Training in the form of webinars.

Background

 The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce (SCC) is committed to the Calls to Action from the TRC Report as well as the meaningful engagement of the Indigenous Peoples of Saskatchewan into the economy. Indigenous Awareness Training provides an overview of the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples of Saskatchewan to allow for an inclusive and prosperous business community in our province.

 Our Indigenous Awareness Training webinars are designed to inform members of the business community about the culture and history of Indigenous peoples in Saskatchewan. Current courses range from Level 1 to Level 3 with advanced courses offering an in-depth look at HR practices and cultural traditions.

 Indigenous Awareness Training Programs:

 Level 1: Myths & Misconceptions

• Module 1: Terminology, Demographics and Treaty 101
• Module 2: The Métis
• Module 3: The Indian Act and Residential Schools
• Module 4: Taxes, Duty to Consult, UNDRIP, Education, Working together

Level 2: Implementing an Indigenous Strategy & Hiring/Retention for Business

Level 3: Indigenous Protocols & Cultural Traditions in Saskatchewan

Webinars consist of a 1-hour presentation followed by 30 minutes Q&A. A Certificate of Completion provided upon completion of each level.

Pricing (subject to change):

• $40/SCC Member or $65/Non-Member
• Level 1 Myths & Misconceptions Modules 1-4: $150 members/$250 non-members

Sponsorship Recognition:

Nutrien is the official training sponsor for the SCC’s Indigenous Awareness Training through the Indigenous Engagement Charter. Nutrien’s video is to be shown at the front-end of each Level 1 Module 1 session and recognized verbally at the front-end of every other session.

• Level 1: 6 sessions (July-December)
• Level 2: 4 sessions (August, October-November)
• Level 3: 4 sessions (August, October-November)

Dates to be determined. All sessions begin at 10:30am.

 Refunds and Withdrawals
The minimum number of registrants to run Level 1 is 10.

The minimum number of registrants to run Levels 2 and 3 is 5. 

All sessions are conditional upon a minimum enrollment. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. If the SCC cancels a session, a full refund or transfer to another session will be issued.
 
The withdrawal deadline for all sessions is 3 calendar days prior to session start date. Transfers may be accepted up to 24 hours before the session date. There is no refund after the withdrawal deadline.

 Scope of work

 The Virtual Presenter will work with the SCC’s Director of Indigenous Engagement and the Director of Programs to schedule training dates as per the above Proposed Schedule. The Presenter will provide both the meeting facilitation and the technical supports to run the meeting. The Presenter will work in partnership with the Director of Indigenous Engagement to develop and present content for the SCC’s Indigenous Awareness Training programs using new or existing training materials.

 The SCC will provide the following:

• Access to presentation materials & training.
• Online ticketing and collection of registrations.
• Creation of marketing materials.
• Promotion of training sessions to the Chamber network.
• Webinar audio/visual platform.
• Other services as negotiated.

 The Presenter will provide the following:

• Delivery of Indigenous Awareness Training material through a 90-minute webinar consisting of a 60-minute presentation followed by 30-minutes Q&A.
• Include recognition of Nutrien as the SCC’s sponsor for training through the Indigenous Engagement Charter at each session.
• Other services as negotiated.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in Saskatchewan and Canadian Indigenous culture and history, as well as modern day issues.
• Demonstrated experience with presenting to groups, either in-person or virtually.
• Demonstrated experience with virtual facilitation with Zoom and Teams.
• Technical knowledge of virtual platforms used for meeting facilitation.

Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.

 Proposal Guidelines and Instructions  

Proposals should include:

1. Resume listing credentials and qualifications, including references.
2. A description of the applicant’s general approach to meeting facilitation and particularly to virtual facilitation.
3. Video clip of previous presentations (optional).

Final proposals should be submitted by Friday April 16 at 5:00pm CST by email.

 Only those short listed will be contacted.

Address completed proposals to Michele Geres, Director of Programs at mgeres@saskchamber.com with the subject line: RFP Virtual Presenter.