Project Manager 1 - Indigenous Employment & Training

Indigenous professionals; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A comprehensive benefits package

A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

A lifetime pension

Flexible work model, depending on your

Training and development courses

Job summary

BC Hydro is seeking a Project Manager to lead the design, development and delivery of Indigenous work experience and training programs, supporting Indigenous recruitment, career development and workforce participation across the organization.

As part of the Indigenous Employment and Training Team, you will collaborate with professionals, First Nations, and stakeholders to build a talent pipeline, coordinate the Professional Pathway Program, and drive reconciliation through employment and

Qualifications

• University degree in related discipline. Equivalent education and working experience may also be considered.
• A minimum of five to seven years relevant experience in project or program management and a demonstrated ability to lead cross-organizational teams and consultants to implement strategic business solutions.
• Candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the goals and perspectives of Indigenous people in BC and knowledge of First Nations issues as they relate to the energy industry is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency in building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous Nations; cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity; strategic and tactical planning; analysis and critical thinking; creativity and innovation in problem solving.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to engage with a broad range of stakeholders, leadership and Indigenous communities.
• Ability to hold confidential information and exercise sound judgment on sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development and delivery of Indigenous outreach, training, and work experience programs that support BC Hydro's workforce needs.
• Coordinate and oversee the Professional Pathway Program, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for participants and managers.
• Monitor program outcomes, evaluate effectiveness and recommend enhancements to support participant success and organizational objectives.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across Human Resources, Indigenous Relations, Learning and Development, and other internal and external partners.
• Apply a continuous improvement mindset to program design and delivery, identifying opportunities to enhance Indigenous employment, skills development, and capacity-building outcomes.
• Provide leadership in the development and execution of Indigenous employee development initiatives, including mentorship, career planning, and leadership development.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Program coordination

Education

University degree in related discipline

Job description

Powered by water... and by people like youProviding clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We’re proud to be ranked as one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we build an even cleaner B.C.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties:

• The Project Manager will lead the design, development, and delivery of Indigenous work experience and training programs that support Indigenous recruitment, career development, and workforce participation at BC Hydro.
• As a member of the Indigenous Employment and Training Team within Human Resources, the Project Manager will work collaboratively with a diverse group of professionals to support Indigenous candidates, strengthen relationships with First Nations, and build a talent pipeline for current and future employment opportunities.
• The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all aspects of the Professional Pathway Program, providing guidance and support to participants and managers throughout their program experience. Responsibilities include program coordination, mentorship and professional development support, policy application, performance management guidance, and facilitating participant's successful integration and growth within BC Hydro.
• Reporting to the Indigenous Employment and Training team Lead, the Project Manager plays an important role in implementing BC Hydro's Indigenous Employment and Training Strategy. This position will collaborate with business groups, project teams, and candidates to advance reconciliation and support BC Hydro's goals for Indigenous employment and inclusion.
• Lead the planning, development and delivery of Indigenous outreach, training, and work experience programs that support BC Hydro's workforce needs while increasing opportunities for Indigenous candidates. This includes defining program scope, budgets, timelines, resource requirements, implementation plans, and performance reporting.
• Coordinate and oversee the Professional Pathway Program, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for participants and managers.
• Monitor program outcomes, evaluate effectiveness and recommend enhancements to support participant success and organizational objectives.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across Human Resources, Indigenous Relations, Learning and Development, and other internal and external partners to identify workforce needs, training requirements, policy considerations, and innovative program solutions.
• Apply a continuous improvement mindset to program design and delivery, identifying opportunities to enhance Indigenous employment, skills development, and capacity-building outcomes.
• Lead and support change management across BC Hydro to promote awareness, alignment, and successful implementation of Indigenous employment and capacity-building programs.
• Collaborate with Indigenous Relations, Indigenous knowledge holders, Elders, internal partners and subject matter experts to design and deliver cultural learning opportunities for employees that increase understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, perspectives and rights.
• Provide leadership in the development and execution of Indigenous employee development initiatives, including mentorship, career planning, and leadership development programs that support the growth and success of Indigenous employees across BC Hydro.
• Facilitate discussions, workshops, presentations and engagement activities, using strong communication skills to build understanding, collaboration, and support for program objectives,
• Provide direction, coordination, and oversight to program Coordinators, contractors, and other resources as required. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment while maintaining accountability for overall program outcomes.
• Develop and deliver reports, presentations, briefing notes, and other materials for senior leadership, executives, and the Board of Directors.
• Act as an ambassador for Indigenous employment and workforce development, representing BC Hydro internally and externally and promoting employment as a key pillar of Reconciliation.

Qualifications:

• University degree in related discipline. Equivalent education and working experience may also be considered.
• A minimum of five to seven years relevant experience in project or program management and a demonstrated ability to lead cross-organizational teams and consultants to implement strategic business solutions.
• Candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the goals and perspectives of Indigenous people in BC and knowledge of First Nations issues as they relate to the energy industry is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following: knowledge and understanding of the importance in building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous Nations; cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity; strategic and tactical planning; analysis and critical thinking; creativity and innovation in problem solving.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively engage with a broad range of stakeholders, leadership and Indigenous communities.
• Ability to hold confidential information and exercise sound judgment on sensitive issues.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A comprehensive benefits package
• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
• A lifetime pension
• Flexible work model, depending on your role type
• Training and development courses

Our values guide our work. Want to join us?

• We are safe.
• We are here for our customers.
• We are one team.
• We include everyone.
• We act with integrity and respect.
• We are forward thinking.

BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.