Indigenous Engagement & Financing Associate

Spirit Omega Inc.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit Omega Inc. is a federal Crown corporation that provides financial advisory services and manages complex commercial transactions.

The Associate role focuses on engaging Indigenous groups, assessing applications, conducting due diligence, issuing and administering loan guarantees, and portfolio management. Reporting to the Vice President, Indigenous Relations, the role supports research, stakeholder engagement, application assessment, and project execution, including coaching and mentorship

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Indigenous economic development, public policy, Indigenous engagement and partnerships, or major natural resource projects involving Indigenous groups.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate information into actionable recommendations.
• Understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories, traditions, and cultural protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports, presentations, and boards.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and work with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail and prioritization.
• Bilingualism in English and French is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Indigenous groups and stakeholders to identify opportunities and clarify project details.
• Review applications for eligibility and coordinate due diligence.
• Maintain an inventory of potential loan guarantees across regions and groups.
• Prepare reports and communications for management, external audiences, and workshops.
• Support transaction execution by coordinating with project teams and external advisors.
• Lead project management and documentation to ensure timely delivery and accuracy.
• Represent the organization in meetings with Indigenous representatives and officials.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to Analysts and contribute to special projects.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Spirit Omega Inc. is a federal Crown corporation that provides financial advisory services and manages complex commercial transactions.

The Associate role focuses on engaging Indigenous groups, assessing applications, conducting due diligence, issuing and administering loan guarantees, and portfolio management. Reporting to the Vice President, Indigenous Relations, the role supports research, stakeholder engagement, application assessment, and project execution, including coaching and mentorship