Indigenous Relations Advisor - Oakville, Canada - Atura Power

Atura Power

Verified Company

Oakville, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Atura Power is establishing itself as the Ontario leader in low-carbon and green hydrogen production.

Atura Power owns and operates the largest fleet of combined cycle power plants in Ontario, and is developing hydrogen production and energy storage projects.

Our facilities are currently located across the province including Niagara, Napanee, Halton Hills, Toronto, and Windsor. This is a hybrid position which is principally located at our Oakville head office.

Guided by our values, at Atura Power we are inclusive, we work safely, we are flexible, we look for ways to do things better, we always act with integrity.

Join the team that powers the province

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Establish and maintain mutually beneficial working relationships with Indigenous Nations, leaders and communities
Provide guidance and support to the senior leadership team on matters and opportunities related to Indigenous relations
Provide strategic planning and review current activities
Establish economic impact models, strategies, and performance indicators supporting Atura's commitments and targets for reconciliation action
Develop, evaluate and monitor company policies and programming
Provide guidance and leadership in the communication of company policies and programming
Provide periodic reporting on status of relationships, programs, partnerships, and emerging issues and opportunities
Represent Atura Power at meetings and forums and support Atura senior leaders in their involvement
Support Atura Power's project development teams with engagement with Indigenous communities and development groups
Recommend and influence positioning of issues and communications strategies
Meet with government officials, departments, and agencies, as needed, to discuss Atura programs and strategies
Champion Atura Power's position with external stakeholders

Requirements and Qualifications

University degree in Indigenous studies, Political Science, Business Administration, Law or other related degree
3+ years experience in Indigenous policy and strategic relationship management
Deep understanding on Indigenous culture, history, protocol, and issues faced by Indigenous Nations and communities
Strong ability to think strategically and focus on long term implications
Ability to develop internal and external relationships necessary for the successful development and continuation of Atura Power's reconciliation action programming
Demonstrates personal initiative, strives to innovate and build best practices but is highly attune to the need for pragmatic solutions
Strong communication skills, but written and verbal
Demonstrated experience diffusing difficult situations, and success working effectively in a multiple stakeholder environment, and to chart a path in the context of intricate issues and multiple views
Ability to influence people with communication, personal style and finesse, rather than authority
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Strong ability to work in a team environment
Have and maintain a valid driver's license
Successfully complete a criminal record check

Atura Power offers competitive wages, and benefits. Our employees are company, community and environmentally focused.