Culture Manager

Engaged•Area E (Moberly Lake/Sukunka Valley), BC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Culture Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Culture Department, advancing WMFN’s cultural priorities in close collaboration with Family Representatives, Council, and community partners. With a strong focus on people leadership and long-term planning, the role supports and mentors the Culture team and Family Representatives to deliver cultural initiatives that are sustainable and respectful. The Culture Manager leads the implementation of long-term cultural plans, works within governance structures, supports sound resource and budget allocation, and ensures accountability for departmental outcomes. Through operational oversight, collaboration across WMFN departments, and engagement with funding partners, the role plays a key part in promoting and sustaining the Nation’s culture, language, and heritage for future generations. This is a full-time in-person position requiring the successful candidate to be located at the lake, in Chetwynd or Hudson Hope areas. This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week and has a starting salary between $85,000-$100,000 per year. In addition, there is a robust RPP program, a comprehensive benefits package, and, if needed, a relocation package. Enjoy our flexible work schedule with every other Friday off, plus two weeks of paid time off during Christmas and other cultural holidays. Immerse yourself in the vibrant West Moberly community and culture while advancing your career with us.

Requirements

Completed post-secondary education in business administration, First Nations studies, or a related field
Three or more years’ experience in a leadership role
Three or more years’ experience in a strategic cultural role
Innovative & personable leader, capable of building strong, lasting mentorships and relationships across a variety of team members
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally, always implementing a trauma-informed approach
Demonstrated success in leading cultural programs and initiatives
Exceptional organization and time management skills
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Deep understanding of First Nations Community genealogy, traditions, culture and history
Strong verbal and written communications skills and ability to comfortably deal with people from a range of backgrounds in a culturally diverse environment

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to the Culture Department, including recruitment, selection, training, and performance management to department members
Support the development of the Culture team through guidance and rotating mentorship opportunities
Step in as needed to provide support to Family Representatives, while maintaining respectful boundaries for distinct family cultures and their cultural initiatives
Continue implementation of overarching long-term cultural plan that promotes WMFN with consideration to the different Family Representatives and their individual cultural initiatives
Work within governance structures and contribute to decision sheets, Council materials, and other cultural-related initiatives such as community events, workshops, and more
Hold accountability for department outcomes and revise strategy if performance metrics are not met
Acts as the community contact with the Four Pillar Society for the purposes of WMFN’s Four Pillars Funding
Lead proposal and grant writing activities as needed
Work in collaboration with other WMFN departments to ensure cultural initiatives are integrated across the Nation and the community