Manager Indigenous Relations (Full-Time)

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager of Indigenous Relations to lead initiatives that strengthen ties with Indigenous communities. This full-time role focuses on implementing the Indigenous Relations Strategy while championing anti-racism and inclusion efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in political or social sciences and demonstrate extensive management experience with Indigenous peoples and diverse cultures. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to truth and reconciliation, where your leadership will contribute to meaningful change and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience with Indigenous peoples and diverse cultures.
• Knowledge of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Indigenous Relations Strategy.
• Provide expertise and guidance to strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities.

Skills

Management Experience with Indigenous Peoples

Knowledge of Indigenous Lived Experience

Partnership Building

Understanding of UNDRIP

Knowledge of Human Rights Legislation

Education

Degree in Political, Social Science or Humanities

Diploma in Political, Social Science or Humanities

Job description

The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay

has a rewarding opportunity for a Manager, Indigenous Relations! (Full-time)

Work Location: Thunder Bay

As the Manager, Indigenous Relation, reporting to the Director – Strategy & Engagement, you will act as special advisor to the City Manager and provide leadership, expertise, and guidance to the Corporation in developing, enhancing and implementing effective municipal policies, programs, services and/or initiatives to strengthen the City’s relationship with Indigenous communities and organizations advancing truth and reconciliation efforts. A primary focus of this position will be to lead the implementation of the Indigenous Relations Strategy for the Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay, as well as champion a corporate team in achieving the City of Thunder Bay’s Anti-Racism and Inclusion Accord commitments.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have the following:

1. Degree in a political, social science or humanities field, or similar related field, and five years of progressively responsible management experience working with Indigenous peoples, diverse cultures, and racialized groups; or
2. Diploma in a political, social science or humanities field, or similar related field, and seven years of progressively responsible management experience working with Indigenous peoples, diverse cultures, and racialized groups
3. Minimum of three years’ supervisory experience
4. Knowledge of and understanding of Indigenous lived experience and a commitment to support truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples is preferred
5. Experience that may include knowledge gained from training with Indigenous knowledge keepers and Elders
6. In-depth knowledge of the history and present-day context of Indigenous governments, organizations and peoples in Thunder Bay and region
7. Experience building partnerships and working with Indigenous governments, organizations and peoples to improve access to services and employment in a complex political environment
8. Knowledge of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP); Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action; and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice
9. Experience in implementing strategies to increase Indigenous inclusion (i.e. social equity, economic development, community engagement, education, intervention, programs)
10. Knowledge of Canadian and international human rights legislation

General Information:

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.