Indigenous Economic Development Leader

First Nations University of Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Trade and Export Development seeks an experienced strategic leader to serve as Executive Director, Indigenous Economic Development. You will advance Indigenous economic reconciliation, strengthen partnerships with First Nations and Métis governments and organizations, and support Indigenous entrepreneurship and investment opportunities in Saskatchewan.

The role requires senior leadership and the ability to build cross‑sector collaborations with governments, financial

Qualifications

• Senior government leadership experience.
• Knowledge of Saskatchewan’s economy and natural resources.
• Experience in financial modeling and due diligence.
• Strong ability to partner with First Nations and Métis partners.
• Commitment to inclusion, reconciliation and Indigenous development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice to senior government officials.
• Lead Indigenous economic development initiatives.
• Support the Saskatchewan Indigenous Investment Finance Corporation.
• Foster partnerships, oversee budgets and branch operations.
• Coach and mentor staff to achieve ministry priorities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Partnership building

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Post-secondary degree

Job description

The Ministry of Trade and Export Development seeks an experienced strategic leader to serve as Executive Director, Indigenous Economic Development. You will advance Indigenous economic reconciliation, strengthen partnerships with First Nations and Métis governments and organizations, and support Indigenous entrepreneurship and investment opportunities in Saskatchewan.

The role requires senior leadership and the ability to build cross‑sector collaborations with governments, financial