Indigenous Engagement Advisor

Northback Holdings Corporation•Calgary, AB

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Northback is seeking an enthusiastic Indigenous Engagement Advisor to join their team in either their Crowsnest Pass or downtown Calgary office. This role reports to the EVP External Engagement and is responsible for representing Northback with First Nations communities in southern Alberta. The advisor will work closely with the EVP and the Senior Manager Indigenous Partnerships to develop and deliver Northback’s community relations strategy, expand regional support for the Grassy Mountain Project, and contribute to developing Northback’s Indigenous programs and agreements. A pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Requirements

Post-secondary education related to natural resource sector (e.g., resource management, environmental science, forestry), social sciences (e.g., political science, law, archaeology), or business.
5+ years of directly applicable experience engaging with First Nations communities (preferably in mining, oil and gas, or other resource development).
Experience working respectfully and effectively across Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities; demonstrated ability to build trust-based relationships.
Working knowledge of provincial regulatory requirements, guidelines and policies in relation to resource development.
Experience supporting or leading commercial negotiations with Indigenous communities.
Experience in policy development and implementation of operational agreements with Indigenous communities.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-management skills; confident public speaker able to represent Northback externally.
Demonstrated ability to identify community priorities and collaborate on options to address issues and concerns.
Strong organizational, documentation, and analytical skills; proficient with engagement tracking software and standard office applications.
Self-directed, collaborative, and professional; able to remain calm, impartial, and objective in challenging situations.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively throughout southern Alberta.

Responsibilities

In coordination with the External Affairs team, play a key role in engagement, community relations, and partnership development with First Nations communities in Alberta, with particular focus on the Treaty 7 area.
Build meaningful relationships and encourage opportunities for working together.
Effectively communicate plans to ensure project updates and opportunities are distributed appropriately and efficiently.
Identify and respond to issues relating to Indigenous economic, social, land or resource management interests.
Represent Northback externally with confidence and credibility, both in initial engagement and managing ongoing partnerships.
Provide support for field work and site tours at the Project, as required.
Provide administrative support with engagement tracking software entries.
Assist with commercial negotiations with Indigenous suppliers, contractors, and service providers to secure optimal performance commitments.
Advise internal stakeholders on commercial opportunities for Indigenous companies, including scopes of work and procurement approaches.
Ensure that First Nations capacity is considered in procurement, contracting and other work opportunities.
Support the Senior Manager Indigenous Partnerships with drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of agreements, including consultation/negotiation and impact benefit agreements.
Coordinate with the Commercial and Legal departments to ensure consistency with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
Support the External Affairs team with other stakeholder consultation and engagement efforts in the southwest Alberta region.
Assist with regional community programs and special events as necessary.