Indigenous Relations Advisor

Atura Power; Oakville; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atura Power is seeking an Indigenous Relations Advisor to strengthen engagement with Indigenous Nations and communities in Ontario. You will support strategy, program delivery, and partnership development in alignment with our RAP and reconciliation commitments.

Collaborating with internal teams and external partners, you will plan and execute engagement activities, prepare briefing materials, and promote respectful, relationship-based approaches across projects.

Qualifications

• University degree in Indigenous Studies, Political Science, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of Indigenous relations, community engagement, or stakeholder relations experience.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities in Ontario and multi-stakeholder environments.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment and build relationships across teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engagement activities for assigned projects with Indigenous Nations and communities.
• Support strategy development, RAP execution, and program delivery of Indigenous relations.
• Prepare briefing materials and reports for senior leadership, including risk and opportunity analyses.
• Coordinate engagement documentation, outcomes, commitments, and follow-up actions.
• Promote culturally respectful engagement and build long-term partnerships.

Skills

Relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Project coordination

Education

University degree in Indigenous Studies

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

About Us

Atura Power plays a vital role in Ontario’s electricity system and generation supply. As owners and operators of the province’s largest fleet of combined-cycle gas turbine generating stations, our flexible energy supports peak demand and ensures a reliable supply of power when Ontarians need it most.

Atura Power is also advancing Ontario’s energy transition through hydrogen and energy storage initiatives. We are committed to building strong, respectful partnerships with Indigenous Nations and communities as part of that future.

Position Overview

The Indigenous Relations Advisor plays a key role in strengthening the development and execution of Atura Power’s Indigenous relations program. Reporting to the Director, Environment & External Affairs, the role works in collaboration with the Senior Indigenous Relations Advisor and is responsible for engagement activities on assigned projects and building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous Nations and communities.

The Advisor will contribute to engagement strategy, partnership development, and project planning, working closely with internal teams and external partners to support Atura Power’s business objectives and broader commitment to reconciliation. The role values both professional experience and Indigenous knowledge, lived experience, community connection, and relationship-based ways of working.

This role may be well suited to an Indigenous candidate who brings experience working with, for, or within First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit communities, and who is comfortable taking ownership of assigned files, exercising sound judgment, and working in a dynamic, multi‑stakeholder environment.

Key Responsibilities

Indigenous Engagement and Relationships

• Conduct engagement activities for assigned projects, including planning, execution, and follow‑up with Indigenous Nations and communities
• Build and maintain trusted working relationships, supporting longer‑term partnership development
• Identify community priorities, concerns, and opportunities, and integrate these into engagement approaches

Strategy and Program Delivery

• Support the implementation of Indigenous relations policies, strategies and programs
• Contribute to the execution and continuous improvement of Atura Power’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
• Support Indigenous Relations programs and initiatives delivery, including sponsorships, community investment activities, Indigenous employment and training initiatives, and relationship‑building events
• Provide input into approaches to Indigenous partnerships and economic participation related to projects

Project Integration and Internal Advisory

• Work with internal teams to integrate Indigenous perspectives into project development
• Prepare and contribute to briefing materials for senior leadership, including analysis of engagement risks, opportunities, and recommended approaches
• Contribute to internal alignment on engagement strategies and messaging

Engagement Execution and Coordination

• The Advisor is accountable for planning and delivery of engagement activities on assigned projects, and for coordination and administrative aspects where appropriate
• Ensure engagement activities are conducted in a culturally respectful and appropriate manner
• Provide oversight and support of engagement documentation, including key outcomes, commitments, records of engagement and follow‑up actions
• Provide input into engagement positioning and stakeholder strategy for major projects

Training, Education, and Internal Capacity Building

• Support Indigenous cultural awareness training, educational resources, employee learning opportunities, and internal guidance materials
• Maintain and update Indigenous Relations resources for employees
• Work with internal partners to promote awareness and integration of Indigenous Relations across the organization

Issues and Risk Management

• Identify and monitor emerging issues, risks, and opportunities related to Indigenous relations across assigned projects
• Support the development of engagement strategies and mitigation approaches
• Escalate key issues and provide input on positioning and response

Research and Analysis

• Conduct targeted research to inform engagement strategies and project planning
• Monitor policy and regulatory developments relevant to Indigenous relations in Ontario
• Translate research into practical insights and recommendations for internal teams

Qualifications

• University degree in Indigenous Studies, Political Science, Law, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2–5 years of experience in Indigenous relations, community engagement, or stakeholder relations, ideally within energy, infrastructure, or major projects
• Demonstrated understanding of the diversity, history, and governance structures of Indigenous communities in Ontario
• Experience supporting or delivering Indigenous engagement activities in a project or policy context
• Strong judgment and ability to manage files independently in a multi‑stakeholder environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of briefing materials and reports
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel within Ontario, including to Indigenous communities.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Atura Power is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Indigenous candidates (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), and those with lived experience connected to the communities we work with.