Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Manager

Bell Canada; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and mental健康—

35% discount on Bell services

Job summary

Bell Canada seeks an Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Manager for a 12-month contract to lead the development and implementation of Bell's Reconciliation Strategy. The role drives progress through CCIB PAIR certification and cross-functional coordination across the organization.

Responsibilities include governance, engagement with Indigenous leaders, and delivery of culturally responsive strategies while ensuring alignment with Bell's values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in Indigenous/community engagement, reconciliation, or related areas.
• Proven ability to build authentic relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.
• Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, facilitation, and project coordination skills.
• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills across diverse contexts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the corporate reconciliation strategy, including governance, reporting, and coordination with the Indigenous Advisory Council.
• Manage the PAIR Certification program and lead on reconciliation and Indigenous inclusion programs, policies and initiatives.
• Develop and execute Indigenous engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals and reconciliation commitments.
• Cultivate and maintain respectful, long-term relationships with Indigenous leaders, communities, and organizations.
• Coordinate engagement activities such as workshops, consultations, and community events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Design and deliver cultural awareness tools, training programs, and communications to foster understanding across the organization.
• Track and document engagement efforts, preparing reports and analytics for leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide cultural guidance on community protocols, traditional knowledge integration, and reconciliation best practices.
• Represent the organization at community events, ensuring open and transparent dialogue.

Skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Facilitation

Project coordination

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Indigenous Studies or related field

Job description

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IndigenousRelations and Reconciliation Manager (12 months contract)

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Summary

TheIndigenous Relationsand ReconciliationManager,will focus on the developmentand implementation ofBell’sReconciliation Strategy. This role willleadBell’sprogress through theCanadian Councilfor Indigenous Business (CCIB)Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations(PAIR)certification including the design and implementation ofreconciliation initiatives across the organization. This role ensures measurable progress againstreconciliation commitments, fosters meaningful community engagement, and guides cross-functional teams to deliver culturally responsive strategies that align with organizational values.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the corporate reconciliation strategy, including governance, reporting, and coordination with the Indigenous Advisory Council
• Manage the PAIR Certification program and lead onreconciliationand Indigenous inclusion programs,policiesandinitiatives
• Develop and execute Indigenous engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals and reconciliation commitments.
• Cultivate andmaintainrespectful, long-term relationships with Indigenous leaders, communities, and organizations.
• Coordinate engagement activities such as workshops, consultations, and community events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Design and deliver cultural awareness tools, training programs, and communications to foster understanding across the organization.
• Track and document engagement efforts, preparing reports and analytics for leadership and stakeholders.
• Providecultural guidance on community protocols, traditional knowledge integration, and reconciliation best practices.
• Represent the organization at community events, ensuring open and transparent dialogue.

Critical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s orMaster’sdegree in Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in Indigenous/community engagement, reconciliation, or related areas.
• Proven ability to build authentic relationshipswithFirst Nations, Inuit, andMétiscommunities.
• Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, facilitation, and project coordination skills.
• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills across diverse contexts.
• Culturally informed decision-making and respect for Indigenous protocols.
• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Capability to design and deliver community-centered training and communications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Indigenous Advisory Councils or formal governance structures.
• Background in implementingreconciliation action plans or Indigenous inclusion frameworks.
• Familiarity with sectors such as resource development, infrastructure, or nonprofit organizations.
• Project management training or certification.
• Lived experience as a member of a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis community, ordemonstratedrelationships with Indigenous communities and governance structures, will be considered a significant asset and weighed alongside formal qualifications

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information:

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well‑being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

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