Chief Executive Officer

Jombone; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Canada is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead operations and drive change. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of First Nation values and have a minimum of five years in senior management. Responsibilities include developing teams, managing organizational challenges, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as a commitment to community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of senior management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of First Nation values, culture, protocols, and relationships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate critical competencies in leading change and motivating teams.
• Develop people and build effective teams.
• Handle demanding situations and implement interventions.

Skills

Business development

Oral and written communications

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Understanding of First Nation values

Education

Degree in Management, Business, Finance, or Law

Job description

Requirements

As Chief Executive Officer, the individual must demonstrate critical competencies in five broad categories :

1. Commitment to Results

Focused and goal-driven.

Identifies relevant information and transforms it into individual and organizational learning (e.g., forums and workshops).

Action-oriented and innovative.

Translates broad goals into achievable steps.

Anticipates and solves problems; capitalizes on opportunities.

Demonstrates initiative and is an effective team player.

2. Business Integrity

Possesses knowledge and experience in :

Management

Business development

Administration

Demonstrated ability to integrate and coordinate diverse areas of management.

Specific knowledge required :

Human services

Finance and personnel

Business development

Oral and written communications

Planning and evaluation

Governance

Preferred experience :

Profit and not-for-profit management

Governance and community relations

General knowledge of fund development

Skilled in formal and persuasive group presentations

Effective with diverse populations; respectful of varying faiths, beliefs, and experiences

3. Leading Change

Demonstrates leadership by :

Sharing values, mission, and vision

Modeling integrity and behavior

Developing people and building effective teams

Handling demanding situations and implementing interventions

4. Motivating

Manages continuity, change, and transition effectively.

Influences and enables others to act and grow.

5. Knowledge and Expertise Regarding First Nation Matters

Strong understanding of :

Treaty and inherent rights

Indian Act

Indigenous Services Canada

First Nations Inuit Health Branch

First Nation organizations and legislation

United Nations policies (e.g., UNDRIP, CANDRIP)

Current issues affecting First Nations communities

Qualifications

Recognized degree in Management, Business, Finance, or Law, or equivalent experience.

Minimum of five (5) years of senior management experience.

Extensive knowledge of First Nation values, culture, protocols, and relationships.

Familiarity with :

Federal and provincial programs

Treaties, Indian Act

United Nations policies and international Indigenous issues

Understanding of business operations, including tenant leases and affordable housing.

Strong administrative, leadership, and organizational skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills :

Able to explain complex concepts clearly

Skilled in proposal development for diverse audiences

Experienced in diplomacy and people management.

Clear Criminal Records Check and Driver’s Abstract.

Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities with discretion.

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel overnight as needed.

Ability to speak an Indigenous language is considered an asset.