Director, Indigenous Partnerships and Strategic Transformation

Community Living BC; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid extended health and dent

BC Public Service Pension

Generous vacation and personal days

Paid maternity/parental/adoption leave

Life insurance & long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development funds

Discounts on travel and more

Job summary

Community Living BC (CLBC) is seeking a Director, Indigenous Partnerships and Strategic Transformation to drive provincial Indigenous service planning and partnerships. Reporting to senior leadership, you will shape policy, reconciliation efforts, and equitable access to culturally safe services across British Columbia.

You will lead a team, collaborate with Indigenous governments, and advance CLBC's vision while guiding organizational change and accountability measures.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of progressively senior leadership experience in Indigenous partnerships or related field.
• Experience developing and implementing strategies with Indigenous governments and communities.
• Experience leading organizational transformation, governance, and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Lead Indigenous Partnerships Strategy and build reciprocal relationships across BC.
• Oversee Indigenous service planning, contracting, and partnerships.
• Provide strategic advice to executive leadership and the Board on reconciliation and policy.
• Establish performance measures to improve equity and service quality.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Relationship building

Governance and policy

Public sector collaboration

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in related field

Job description

We are honoured to once again be recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute your experience, knowledge, and passion in a meaningful way, CLBC is the place for you!

Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is a Crown corporation responsible for arranging supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. CLBC staff strive to advance the vision of Communities of belonging, lives with connection.

Term/Status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification/Salary: Management Band 6: Position starts at $139,562 to $174,453 annually
Team: Indigenous Relations
Location: Vancouver Head Office (hybrid - one day per week in office)

At CLBC, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all people with relevant skills, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized people, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ2+IA. For accommodation needs, please contact [e-mail] at any stage of the hiring process.

Visit our Careers at CLBC page to learn more about working at CLBC, what we offer, and tips for the interview process.

About the opportunity:

We are seeking a strategic, collaborative, and relationship-focused leader to join CLBC as our Director, Indigenous Partnerships and Strategic Transformation.

Reporting to the Vice President, Quality Services and Indigenous Relations, this senior leadership role offers an opportunity to influence how CLBC works in partnership with Indigenous governments, organizations, and communities, while helping shape organizational policies, practices, and services to better reflect Indigenous rights, perspectives, and priorities.

The Director provides provincial leadership in advancing reconciliation, cultural safety, anti-racism, and implementation of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act). Working closely with the Indigenous Advisory Committee, executive leadership, and partners across British Columbia, the Director leads CLBC's Indigenous partnerships function and supports implementation of the Indigenous Advisory Committee's Reconciliation Plan.

With responsibility for provincial Indigenous service planning, partnership development, contracting, contract management, funding arrangements, and placements, the Director brings together strategic leadership and practical implementation to strengthen relationships, support Indigenous-led approaches, and advance equitable access to culturally safe services.

This role offers the opportunity to influence meaningful organizational change, strengthen accountability, and contribute to improved services and outcomes for Indigenous adults with developmental disabilities and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

Indigenous Partnerships and Service Development

• Lead CLBC's Indigenous Partnerships Strategy, building trusted, reciprocal relationships with First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, Indigenous governments, organizations, and communities throughout British Columbia.
• Work in partnership with Indigenous governments, organizations, and communities to support Indigenous-led approaches to service design and delivery, strengthen Indigenous procurement and community capacity, and improve equitable access to culturally safe services.
• Oversee provincial Indigenous service planning, contracting, contract management, placements, and partnership agreements, including alternative funding approaches with First Nations that support flexible, community-based service delivery.
• Represent CLBC in provincial discussions and initiatives with Indigenous governments, ministries, Crown agencies, and sector partners.

Strategic Transformation, Policy and Performance

• Lead organization-wide strategies and initiatives that advance reconciliation, cultural safety, anti-racism, and implementation of the Declaration Act.
• Provide expert strategic advice to executive leadership and the Board of Directors, guiding policies, governance frameworks, and organizational change that incorporate Indigenous perspectives into CLBC's operations and decision-making.
• Lead the development and implementation of provincial Indigenous strategies, corporate initiatives, and reconciliation action plans, including the Indigenous Advisory Committee's Reconciliation Plan.
• Establish performance measures and accountability frameworks to monitor progress, identify systemic barriers, and improve equitable access, service quality, and outcomes.

Indigenous Advisory Committee and Executive Governance

• Provide strategic leadership and support to CLBC's Indigenous Advisory Committee in fulfilling its legislative advisory role to the Board of Directors.
• Develop strategic reports, briefings, and recommendations for executive leadership, the Board, the Indigenous Advisory Committee, and government.
• Collaborate across CLBC and with provincial Indigenous leadership and government partners to advance shared priorities and inform organizational decision-making.

People and Resource Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and a respectful working environment.
• Oversee significant budgets, contracts, and resources, including an overall budget allocation of approximately $15 million, ensuring effective stewardship and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Contribute to organizational planning, risk management, and strategic initiatives that support CLBC's vision, mission, and values.

What you'll bring:

• Master's degree in Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Services, Leadership, or a related field. A bachelor's degree supplemented by significant directly related senior leadership experience may be considered equivalent.
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressively senior leadership experience in Indigenous partnerships, reconciliation, public sector administration, organizational transformation, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategies, service models, or initiatives in collaboration with Indigenous governments, organizations, and communities.
• Experience leading complex organizational or system transformation, including strategic planning, policy development, governance, and organizational change.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects, budgets, contracts, or partnership agreements.
• Experience working collaboratively across complex environments involving multiple governments, organizations, and community partners.
• Extensive knowledge of Indigenous histories, rights, cultures, governance systems, legal traditions, and the distinct perspectives and priorities of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples in British Columbia.
• Extensive knowledge of the Declaration Act, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action, and approaches to advancing reconciliation, cultural safety, and addressing Indigenous-specific racism.
• Knowledge of Indigenous engagement, partnership development, government-to-government relationships, and Indigenous-led approaches to service design and decision-making.
• Knowledge of public sector governance, strategic planning, policy development, performance measurement, and organizational change management.
• Knowledge of the Community Living Authority Act, the developmental disabilities service system in British Columbia, and the network of organizations providing supports and services to adults with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, person-centred, culturally safe, and equity-informed approaches to leadership, policy, and service delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with Indigenous leaders, government representatives, community organizations, and senior executives.

We recognize that relevant skills and knowledge can be developed through a variety of professional, community, and lived experiences. We encourage applicants to demonstrate how their qualifications and experience align with the requirements of this role.

We're also looking for:

• A demonstrated commitment to reconciliation, cultural safety, anti-racism, continuous learning, and strengthening relationships with Indigenous Peoples and communities.
• A respectful, collaborative, and culturally responsive approach to building trust, navigating different perspectives, and developing meaningful partnerships.
• The ability to navigate ambiguity, complexity, and competing priorities while maintaining a clear strategic direction.
• A leadership approach that supports collaboration, accountability, staff development, and a positive learning environment.
• The ability to communicate complex and sensitive issues clearly and thoughtfully with diverse audiences.
• Sound judgment, political acumen, and diplomacy when navigating sensitive matters and competing interests.
• The ability to build alignment, influence decisions, and translate strategic priorities into meaningful action and measurable outcomes.
• Experience in a public sector organization or similarly complex governance environment is considered an asset.

Benefits:A rewarding career at CLBC comes with great benefits including

• Employer-paid extended health and dental plan
• A BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions
• Generous vacation plus additional personal days
• Paid maternity/parental/adoption leave
• Life insurance, paid sick days, and, if needed, long-term disability
• Wellness supports, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development funds and resources to encourage continuous learning and skill development
• Access to government discounts on travel, cell phone plans, and more

Additional Info:

• Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to Indigenous candidates who self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit and possess the required combination of education and experience.
• CLBC is committed to equitable compensation. Recognizing that salary negotiation can create barriers for some candidates, we use an objective approach to determining starting salaries that supports equity and fairness.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal record check.
• This role requires travel throughout British Columbia, including occasional overnight travel to Indigenous communities, partner organizations, and CLBC offices.
• Possession of a valid class 5 Drivers license and a clean Driver's Abstract

Closing date: November 19, 2026

If your application is shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview where you'll have the opportunity to share more about your experience. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This opportunity is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.