Community & Indigenous Initiatives Liaison

FortisBC; Surrey; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work program

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

FortisBC seeks a dedicated professional to advance community and Indigenous engagement across British Columbia. You will support socio-economic impact programs, collaborate with internal teams, and help strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities and stakeholders on FortisBC projects.

You will contribute to strategic programs, PAR compliance, and corporate priorities while fostering inclusive participation and respectful partnerships, with flexible work options within BC.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in business, communications or a related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years of community investment, stakeholder relations, Indigenous engagement or marketing experience.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Passion for learning, understanding and supporting local and Indigenous communities.
• Proven project management and strong relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support inclusive participation of Indigenous, local, and underrepresented groups on FortisBC’s projects through local business development, workforce development, and social impact through the implementation of socio-economic impact program deliverables.
• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of strategic programs and cross-organizational initiatives that advance Community & Indigenous Relations objectives and broader corporate priorities.
• Coordinate and develop socio-economic impact (SEI), regulatory, and consultation reports in alignment with project or program deadline requirements and ensure compliance with PAR program and framework agreements with Indigenous communities.
• Engage with prime contractors, social impact organizations, local and Indigenous communities, and internal stakeholders to identify and develop socio-economic opportunities on FortisBC projects.
• Integrate socio-economic project activities into FortisBC’s long-term corporate strategy to become B.C.’s energy partner of choice and top talent destination.
• Apply best practices from socio-economic projects to update standardized metrics for SEI programming and collaborate across the organization for PAIR deliverables.

Skills

Relationship building

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Post-secondary degree in business or communications

Job description

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Location: Surrey, BC, CA Kelowna, BC, CA

Branch: Gas
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Temporary
Expected Hiring Range: $41.69to $49.03 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility:Yes
Temp Duration: Approx. 12 months
Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

Join a team that helps build meaningful relationships between FortisBC, Indigenous communities, municipalities, and key stakeholders across British Columbia. In this dynamic role, you'll support community and Indigenous engagement initiatives, contribute to high-profile capital projects, and help develop programs that strengthen community partnerships and corporate reputation. If you're a relationship builder with strong communication skills and a passion for creating positive community impact, this is an opportunity to make a difference while working collaboratively across the organization.

In this role, you’ll support the development and delivery of FortisBC’s socio-economic impact programs, while contributing to broader initiatives that advance business priorities across the Community and Indigenous Initiatives team and the organization. You’ll work collaboratively with internal teams to support strategic programs, strengthen community and Indigenous relationships, and further the Company’s commitment to its Statement of Indigenous Principles and being B.C.’s energy partner of choice.

In this role, you will:

• Support inclusive participation of Indigenous, local, and underrepresented groups on FortisBC’s projects through local business development, workforce development, and social impact through the implementation of socio-economic impact program deliverables.
• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of strategic programs and cross-organizational initiatives that advance Community & Indigenous Relations objectives and broader corporate priorities.
• Coordinate and develop socio-economic impact (SEI), regulatory, and consultation reports in alignment with project or program deadline requirements and ensure organizational compliance with the Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) program and various framework agreements with Indigenous communities.
• Engage with prime contractors, social impact organizations, local and Indigenous communities, and internal stakeholders to identify and develop socio-economic opportunities on FortisBC projects.
• Integrate socio-economic project activities into FortisBC’s long-term corporate strategy to become B.C.’s energy partner of choice and B.C.’s top choice for talent.
• Apply best practices from socio-economic project activities to update standardized metrics for measuring SEI programming within our operations and maintenance activities.
  Build best practices and collaborate with business leads across the organization to ensure effective implementation of PAIR deliverables and enhance key corporate commitments and strategic priorities.

What it takes:

• A post-secondary degree with a specialization in business, communications or a related discipline, plus a minimum of three (3) years of community investment, stakeholder relations, Indigenous engagement or marketing experience.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines.
• Passion for learning, understanding and supporting local and Indigenous communities.
• Great analytical and professional judgment skills when developing strategies to achieve corporate objectives and continually enhance program initiatives.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to drive key initiatives under limited supervision.
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills to engage internal and external stakeholders at all levels and rights holders.

In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles .