Environmental Strategy & Indigenous Partnerships Specialist

Fnuniv; Cumberland House; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SaskPower is seeking a Specialist, Environmental Strategic Issues Management, to oversee mitigation and accommodation initiatives with Indigenous communities in the Cumberland House region. You will coordinate environmental monitoring and reporting, working with internal teams and external partners to align with regulatory requirements and corporate objectives.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning, knowledge integration from Western science and Indigenous perspectives, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Experience navigating social and governance networks in community regions.
• Ability to build trust and manage complex community dynamics.
• Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders and respecting indigenous knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication for reports and briefs.
• Demonstrated project management and facilitation skills.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment and manage priorities.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and administer environmental offset and mitigation programs.
• Build trusted relationships with Indigenous communities and regulators.
• Develop and report long-term environmental monitoring and adaptive management.
• Identify risks and provide recommendations aligned with regulatory and corporate goals.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to advance environmental initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership and external audiences.
• Monitor emerging environmental legislation and assess implications.
• Provide guidance to project teams and contractors to ensure safety and accountability.
• Support environmental regulatory commitments and license conditions.

Skills

Indigenous engagement

Stakeholder relationship building

Environmental policy

Regulatory awareness

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Safety culture

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Environmental science / engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Regulatory processes

Job description

SaskPower is seeking a Specialist, Environmental Strategic Issues Management, to oversee mitigation and accommodation initiatives with Indigenous communities in the Cumberland House region. You will coordinate environmental monitoring and reporting, working with internal teams and external partners to align with regulatory requirements and corporate objectives.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning, knowledge integration from Western science and Indigenous perspectives, and ongoing