Corporate Advisor - Gatineau, Canada - Native Women's Association of Canada

Native Women's Association of Canada

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Gatineau, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary

Under the authority and supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Corporate Advisor will provide thorough and concise advice on a variety of topics that relate to the business to the CEO and leadership to help guide NWAC's overall decision-making processes and directions.

Scope

The Corporate Advisor will be conducting research, including legal research, and analytical studies to provide guidance to management in the development and implementation of program/ project delivery strategies.

Responsibilities

Provide support and advice to the CEO on various corporate, policy/legal issues.
Assist with the effective working of community, national and international projects and provide support through every step of the process.
Conduct research, including legal research, and analytical studies to provide guidance to management in the development and implementation of program/ project delivery strategies.
Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts and agreements.
Identify risks along with propose alternative structures to reduce risks involved in prospective transactions/decisions.
Provide thorough and concise advice on a variety of topics that relate to the business to the CEO to help guide NWAC's overall decisionmaking processes and directions.
Assist teams in analyzing business requirements and execute same.
Organize meetings between NWAC and Government Officials on topics related to legislation, policies, and programs.
Advise management regarding legislative, policy and operational matters to support project delivery, and provides policy and legislative interpretation to management.
Plan, develop, and implement strategic policy work plans for NWAC policies and projects on a series of policy priorities impacting Indigenous communities.
Conduct qualitative and quantitative research and analysis in various priority areas to support policy development within NWAC, other advocacy organizations, and government bodies to best advocate for Indigenous women.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in any discipline
Culturally appropriate communications skills and ability to work with many personality types;
Minimum of 79 years' experience working with preference for experience working with NGOs, Indigenous governments or organizations, or equitydeserving groups;
Experience building and expanding partnerships, especially with Indigenous peoples; and
Excellent organizational and timemanagement skills, especially using Microsoft Office suite. Experience using AirTable software is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and Skills

The employee must demonstrate the following skills:

Strong knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Peoples in Canada and internationally, their cultures, histories and traditions;
Knowledge of key issues impacting Indigenous women and girls in Canada and internationally; and
Some understanding of social policy (including violence prevention, employment and gender equality).
Strong writing and verbal communication skills in English (fluency in French is a strong asset);
Strong networking, relationshipbuilding and public speaking skills;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Ability to minimize and resolve disputes diplomatically and expediently.
Ability to prioritize, multitask and organize work effectively and under pressure;
Ability to facilitate meetings.

Personal Attributes

The employee must maintain strict confidentiality in performing their duties.

The employee must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

Time management and punctuality;
Respect for and understanding of Indigenous women's issues in Canada;
Dependable and understanding of the importance of meeting deadlines;
Honest, sincere, considerate and truthful;
Understanding of the importance of quality work;
Approachable, articulate and determined;
Resilient, proactive and positive; and,
Coachable and adaptable.

WORKING CONDITIONS
NWAC strives to be an employer that properly resources and supports all employees.

To that end NWAC, endeavors to provide a clean, safe and secure workplace with various support mechanisms and operational flexibility.

The following list describes assumptions about working conditions:

Possible travel throughout Canada;
Lifting, carrying and managing of equipment and supplies may be required;
Management may be expected to work odd or long hours on occasion; and,
Employees are expected to multitask with possible interruptions from colleagues and management.

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Preference will be given to First Nations, Metis, Inuit and women and gender diverse of Indigenous ancestry, please self-identify._
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Interviews may be held in person or by video conference._
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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
- **Accommodations will be provided at all stages of the hiring process. We