Manager, Indigenous Relations - Surrey, Canada - FortisBC

FortisBC

Verified Company

Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Branch:
Gas

Affiliation:
Management & Exempt

Employment Status:
Full-Time Regular

Workplace Flexibility:
Yes

Temp Duration:
Approximately 1 year

Posting End Date:
May 7, 2023

We're a Canadian-owned and BC-based energy company taking steps toward a lower-carbon energy future by providing renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to more than 1.2 million customers.

We're looking for new talent to join us as we transform BC's energy future.

Our diverse team of more than 2,600 employees is committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong and grow.

Join us and let's work together for a better BC. Position Overview
Building relationships comes naturally to you because of your authentic, genuine and trusting demeanour.

You have a passion for learning and understanding Indigenous cultures, traditions and histories and understand the importance of inclusion and fairness.

We provide energy to 58 First Nations communities and our infrastructure crosses more than 150 Traditional Territories and are committed to the journey towards Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.

Building authentic, mutually respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples is essential to delivering the energy that all our customers rely on every day.

We pride ourselves on serving energy to our customers sustainably, safely and reliably.

With the skills and values you bring to the table, we want you to join us in rethinking our energy future.

As our Manager, Indigenous Relations, you'll ensure that the company's efforts to build relationships and reconciliation with Indigenous communities and leaders are authentic and effective.

The role will advance the company's Indigenous reconciliation strategy and engage with the company's projects, operations, and maintenance projects, as well as opportunities for renewable energy projects.

In this role, you will:

Execute Indigenous relations activities that aligns with the company's overall reconciliation strategy including delivery of Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) objectives.

Ensure all activities are guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles and provide guidance in building and maintaining respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples
Engage with Indigenous communities on projects, operations & maintenance initiatives and explore potential renewable energy project opportunities.
Invest in building relationships and learning from key Indigenous leaders and organizations
Provide leadership and coaching to the Indigenous Relations team
Identify opportunities for Indigenous participation and economic development initiatives and collaborate with internal teams to implement those initiatives

What it takes:

A bachelor's degree in business administration, communications or other related disciplines from a recognized program, and a minimum of five years of recent and related experience and demonstrated success in strategic consultation and engagement.

A detail-oriented and analytical mindset with exceptional negotiating skills.
A genuine and authentic personality that creates and builds trusting and lasting relationships.
A passion for learning, understanding and supporting Indigenous communities.
Strategic and able to understand the overall picture of any situation to achieve long term success. Additional Information

This position will require evening and weekend work and travel away from the base office to attend meetings and deliver presentations etc.

within the geographic area of coverage for both the electric and gas operations.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

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