Regional Indigenous Relations Leader

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Are you passionate about fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and making a positive impact? WSP Canada is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Regional Indigenous Relations Leader to join our team in Northern Canada, to support our commitment to Indigenous Relations.

This role can be based in Whitehorse, YT, or Yellowknife, NT.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
  
  
  

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Work in coordination with the Northern Canada Market Leader, and National Director, Indigenous Relations, and in collaboration with other Regional Indigenous Relations Leaders.
• Strengthen existing, and develop new relationships with Indigenous communities and groups in the Region.
• Connect with Indigenous businesses.
• Work with sector managers and project leaders to develop project plans which incorporate Indigenous people.
• Attend key events and conferences that contribute to WSP’s Indigenous Relations priorities.
• Support WSP Canada’s approach to Indigenous Relations.
• Support WSP Canada’s commitment and implementation of the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) Certification.
• Support WSP Canada’s Sustaining Partnership with the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC).
  
  
  

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• A degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Public Relations, or a related field. Other combinations of qualifications and experience may also be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Indigenous Relations, community engagement, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories, and issues, particularly in Northern Canada.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations.
• Experience in representing an organization at key events and conferences.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) Certification process.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing Indigenous Relations and supporting Indigenous communities.
  
  
  

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
  
  
  

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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