Become a Fieldworker
With Mawkim
Join the team bringing Mi’kmaw voices into the data.
Fieldworkers are at the heart of Mawkim’s surveys. They work directly in the community, visiting homes and creating a safe space where participants can share their stories. Every survey completed helps strengthen self-determination, ensuring that Mi’kmaq knowledge is gathered in a way that is respectful, confidential, and community-driven.
Community Voices
Fieldworkers protect the voices of Mi’kmaw people by ensuring stories are gathered respectfully and truthfully.
PRIVACY & TRUST
They safeguard participant identities and create safe, confidential spaces for sharing personal experiences.
CULTURAL PROTOCOLS
They honour Mi’kmaw values, knowledge, and OCAP® principles in every step of the survey process.
DATA INTEGRITY
They protect the quality and security of the information collected — so decisions are based on truth, not assumptions.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from community members who are reliable, approachable, and committed to confidentiality. Fieldworkers can be:
- Youth and adults seeking meaningful community work
- Elders and knowledge holders with deep cultural understanding
- People with experience in health, education, or social services
- Community members who want to contribute to self-determination through data collection
Commitment
- Work takes place during active survey cycles.
- Hours are flexible but require dependability and professionalism.
- Fieldworkers are paid bi-weekly, with direct deposit available.
- Training and ongoing support are provided.
How to Apply
If you are interested in becoming a fieldworker, fill out the secure form below. Contact us at mawkim@unsm.org for more information.
By joining Mawkim as a fieldworker, you help ensure that surveys are conducted by us, for us, and with us. Each interview you complete strengthens our ability to govern our own information and build a better future. Join us in collecting the voices, stories, and data that guide our Nation forward.