Indigenous Relations Advisor

Atura Power•Oakville, ON

1d•CA$83,000 - CA$109,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Indigenous Relations Advisor plays a key role in strengthening the development and execution of Atura Power’s Indigenous relations program. Reporting to the Director, Environment & External Affairs, the role works in collaboration with the Senior Indigenous Relations Advisor and is responsible for engagement activities on assigned projects and building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous Nations and communities. The Advisor will contribute to engagement strategy, partnership development, and project planning, working closely with internal teams and external partners to support Atura Power’s business objectives and broader commitment to reconciliation. The role values both professional experience and Indigenous knowledge, lived experience, community connection, and relationship-based ways of working. This role may be well suited to an Indigenous candidate who brings experience working with, for, or within First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit communities, and who is comfortable taking ownership of assigned files, exercising sound judgment, and working in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.

Requirements

University degree in Indigenous Studies, Political Science, Law, Business Administration, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in Indigenous relations, community engagement, or stakeholder relations, ideally within energy, infrastructure, or major projects
Demonstrated understanding of the diversity, history, and governance structures of Indigenous communities in Ontario
Experience supporting or delivering Indigenous engagement activities in a project or policy context
Strong judgment and ability to manage files independently in a multi‑stakeholder environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of briefing materials and reports
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Valid driver’s license.
Willingness to travel within Ontario, including to Indigenous communities.

Nice To Haves

This role may be well suited to an Indigenous candidate who brings experience working with, for, or within First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit communities, and who is comfortable taking ownership of assigned files, exercising sound judgment, and working in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct engagement activities for assigned projects, including planning, execution, and follow-up with Indigenous Nations and communities
Build and maintain trusted working relationships, supporting longer-term partnership development
Identify community priorities, concerns, and opportunities, and integrate these into engagement approaches
Support the implementation of Indigenous relations policies, strategies and programs
Contribute to the execution and continuous improvement of Atura Power’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Support Indigenous Relations programs and initiatives delivery, including sponsorships, community investment activities, Indigenous employment and training initiatives, and relationship-building events
Provide input into approaches to Indigenous partnerships and economic participation related to projects
Work with internal teams to integrate Indigenous perspectives into project development
Prepare and contribute to briefing materials for senior leadership, including analysis of engagement risks, opportunities, and recommended approaches
Contribute to internal alignment on engagement strategies and messaging
The Advisor is accountable for planning and delivery of engagement activities on assigned projects, and for coordination and administrative aspects where appropriate
Ensure engagement activities are conducted in a culturally respectful and appropriate manner
Provide oversight and support of engagement documentation, including key outcomes, commitments, records of engagement and follow-up actions
Provide input into engagement positioning and stakeholder strategy for major projects
Support Indigenous cultural awareness training, educational resources, employee learning opportunities, and internal guidance materials
Maintain and update Indigenous Relations resources for employees
Work with internal partners to promote awareness and integration of Indigenous Relations across the organization
Identify and monitor emerging issues, risks, and opportunities related to Indigenous relations across assigned projects
Support the development of engagement strategies and mitigation approaches
Escalate key issues and provide input on positioning and response
Conduct targeted research to inform engagement strategies and project planning
Monitor policy and regulatory developments relevant to Indigenous relations in Ontario
Translate research into practical insights and recommendations for internal teams