Associate Director, Indigenous Relations Initiative

McGill University • Sherbrooke, QC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director of Indigenous Relations is responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships with Indigenous organizations and governments. The Associate Director will play a critical role in extending the efforts of the IRI and will advance development, delivery, and promotion of work with internal and external stakeholders towards this goal. McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5 Years Related Experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage as well as collaborate in complex projects and teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous people and governance.
• Strong knowledge of the distinct Indigenous nations in Quebec and surrounding regions.
• Knowledge of the educational aspirations of Indigenous nations and peoples in Canada.
• Strong relationship management skills with sensitivity to unique social, political and economic situation of Indigenous peoples.
• Familiarity with Quebec and Canadian labour market and government programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate coherently across varied audiences from different backgrounds.
• A commitment to advancing Indigenous issues and promoting Indigenous excellence.
• Adept at monitoring and managing the daily operations of multiple projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel.
• High degree of numeracy.
• English and French proficiency (Level 4 English required).

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to Indigenous individuals (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis).

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining partnerships with Indigenous organizations and governments.
• Developing and implementing the SCS Indigenous Relations Initiative Strategic Plan.
• Collaborating with SCS Academic domains to provide customized training opportunities tailored to Indigenous communities, nations, governments, and organizations.
• Setting priorities, negotiating terms, developing partnerships, preparing agreements, and creating program delivery timelines.
• Managing and optimizing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing the administrative and financial activities of the Indigenous Relations Initiative, including fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Actively pursuing public and private funding opportunities.
• Developing estimates, forecasts, and obtaining budget approvals.
• Making recommendations on financial and human resources needs.
• Managing the planning and implementation of approved initiatives and training projects.
• Staying informed about stakeholders’ needs, funding programs, educational technologies, and developments in education, training, and professional development.
• Representing the unit at events, committees, and working groups.
• Stepping in for the Faculty Chair when unavailable, including presentations and meetings with Indigenous partners.
• Overseeing and participating in the planning of large meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Ensuring partnership objectives are met while considering internal resource capabilities and the best interests of SCS and IRI.
• Developing, establishing, and managing a framework for portfolio management.
• Providing status reporting on relationships, partners, and emerging priorities/opportunities.
• Overseeing the implementation and execution of internal administrative plans, procedures, and processes, ensuring compliance with university policies.
• Assessing academic and administrative workload and determining hiring needs for course lecturers, delivery timelines, and administrative support.
• Directly supervising Indigenous Relations Initiative administrative staff.

Benefits

• McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.
• We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
• McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.
• Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees