General Manager

Wiimamaandaawinam Prosperity Incorporated (WPI); Hudson; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment corporation owned by Lac Seul First Nation seeks a General Manager to oversee operations, manage investment projects, and develop strategic plans. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of business experience, with a focus on management and First Nation business development. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. Salary is commensurate with experience and tied to performance. Applications should be sent to [e-mail] by August 21, 2025.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years business experience.
• Senior management experience.
• Experience with First Nation business development.
• Located in LSFN or Sioux Lookout or commitment to monthly visits.
• Project and Financial Management skills.
• Staff management experience, leadership skill, health and safety.
• Knowledge of risk management, insurance and legal considerations.
• Independent working experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including planning and budgeting.
• Manage interactions with investment proponents.
• Provide summary evaluation for Board deliberations.
• Manage budgets and ensure profitability.
• Draft correspondence for the President.
• Hire, train, and evaluate employees.
• Develop and implement business strategies.
• Report updates to Chief and Council.
• Monitor performance against established metrics.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Financial Management

Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Job description

General Manager

Wiimamaandaawinam Prosperity Incorporated (WPI) is an investment corporation owned by Lac Seul First Nation. We exist to leverage our financial resources and build an economic legacy for future generations. Our mandate is to sustain a portfolio of profitable investments within our region. These investments will provide new opportunities for both our members and neighbours.

Description :

WPI is seeking a senior executive to manage investment opportunities, provide project management on key investment projects and monitor current projects. This position will report to the President and Board of Directors. This leader will assist with analysis, negotiation, and finalization of investment deals. The General Manager must have excellent communication skills and proven experience in project management, First Nation business development, and business analysis.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operational Management : Overseeing day-to-day operations, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Proponent Relations : Identify and solicit proposals, filter proposals for eligibility, gather supporting information for proposals, managing interactions with proponents.
• Evaluation and Analysis : Provide summary evaluation and analysis for the Board's deliberations, coordination of external contractors providing valuation and analysis of investment opportunities.
• Track existing investments : attend meetings, solicit information, report to Board
• Financial Management : Managing budgets, monitoring expenses, and ensuring profitability.
• Drafting Correspondence and Agreements for the President and Board of Directors.
• Leadership and Team Management : Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating employees, as well as fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Strategic Planning : Working with the President and Board of Directors to develop and implement strategies to achieve business goals and objectives.
• Reporting to Shareholders and Band Membership : including regular updates to Chief and Council
• Performance Evaluation : Monitoring and evaluating performance against established metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
• Compliance : Ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Qualifications :

10 to 15 years business experience

Senior management experience

Experience with First Nation business development

Located in LSFN or Sioux Lookout or commitment to monthly visits

Project and Financial Management skills

Staff management experience, leadership skill, health and safety

Knowledge of risk management, insurance and legal considerations

Independent working experience

Salary - commensurate with experience and tied to performance.

Send a Resume and Cover letter to : [e-mail]

Deadline : August 21, 2025