Nexwech’ed YetizʔIn (Equivalent to an Executive Director)

TNG Community Radio; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An Indigenous community organization is seeking an Executive Director to oversee management and financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in Indigenous child and family services, with strong skills in financial management and community relations. Responsibilities include guiding organizational direction and ensuring high-quality program delivery in Tŝilhqot’in communities. Must be willing to relocate to Williams Lake area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior leadership or Executive Director experience, preferably in Indigenous child and family service settings.
• Experience in financial management and organizational development.
• Track record of working with First Nations communities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Implementation Committee and Board to guide organizational direction.
• Act as liaison between Board and operations, providing regular operational reports.
• Oversee budgeting and reporting, ensuring accountability and transparency.

Skills

Financial management

Human resources leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Business or Social Work

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field

Job description

Tŝilhqot’in Nation is seeking a Nexwech’ed Yetizʔin (equivalent to an Executive Director) to support the six Tŝilhqot’in communities and a full complement of staff at a central office. This position will carry out the duties of an Executive Director, ensuring the effective management, financial stewardship, and strategic growth of Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin.

Key Responsibilities:

• STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & VISION: Collaborate with the Implementation Committee, Board of Directors, and organizational leads to guide the direction of the organization.
• CULTURAL INTEGRITY: Create a Tŝilhqot’in organization based on culture and teachings, weaving positive and relevant western teachings into a Tŝilhqot’in model for family services.
• GOVERNANCE & BOARD SUPPORT: Act as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin operations, providing regular reports on finances, programming, staffing, and community engagement.
• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring accountability and transparency.
• HUMAN RESOURCES LEADERSHIP: Lead recruitment, hiring, supervision, relationship-building, and professional development of staff, establishing a culturally safe and high-performing workplace.
• COMMUNITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS: Build and maintain relationships with Tŝilhqot’in families, communities, Elders, Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and external partners.
• PROGRAM & SERVICE OVERSIGHT: Ensure delivery of high-quality, culturally informed programs and services across the Nation, monitoring program standards, outcomes, and quality assurance.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business, Social Work, or Leadership, or a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Management, Social Work, or a related field, combined with experience.
• Minimum 5 years of senior leadership or Executive Director experience, preferably in Indigenous child and family service settings.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, human resources, organizational development, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
• Proven track record of working with First Nations communities and within Indigenous governance structures.
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and listening skills, with the ability to encourage staff to use their gifts and work as a team.

Working Conditions and Expectations:

• Must reside in, or be willing to move to, Tŝilhqot’in Nation territory (or Williams Lake area, BC).
• Frequent travel within and outside Tŝilhqot’in Territory, including consistent visits to each of the six Tŝilhqot’in communities.
• Occasional evening and weekend work.
• Valid BC Driver’s License required.