Director, Indigenous Relations

2 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Canada Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited Full time

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Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity. 

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien. 

Located at  our office in Saskatoon, this Director of Indigenous Relations will report to the VP of Sustainability & Stakeholder Relations within Nutrien’s Sustainability & Stakeholder Relations team.

We are looking for a trusted advisor, a strategic counsellor, and a natural relationship builder to lead Nutrien’s engagement with Indigenous communities where we operate. You are a collaborative leader capable of maintaining a solid relationship with our communities,

What you will do:

  • Lead the ongoing development and execution of  Nutrien’s Indigenous Relations strategy, which includes engagement, communications, and external partnerships.
  • Managing the Indigenous Relations team, providing leadership, coaching and guidance, including building and managing annual budgets.
  • Partner with colleagues in Human Resources, Procurement, Brand & Culture Communications, Operations and Community Relations and Investment to build Indigenous Relations competency.
  • Lead engagement with existing external partners and identify new opportunities for collaboration.
  • Advise on the development of Nutrien’s capability in supporting Indigenous agriculture.
  • Engage Indigenous communities where we operate to identify shared values and priorities and advance business goals.
  • Engage and support the Indigenous community and education institutions to close the gaps Indigenous people face in education and the labour market.
  • Lead the continued development of best practices in Indigenous Relations in partnership with HR, Procurement, Communications Community Relations and Investment.
  • Guide the integration of Indigenous Relations throughout the organization.

What you will bring:

  • 15+ years of experience in Indigenous Relations in a corporate setting.
  • A combination of experience and education in other fields will be considered relevant for the role.
  • Demonstrated experience in stakeholder relations theory and practice and proven relationship builder.
  • In-depth knowledge of the shared history of Indigenous people in the Canadian context. Knowledge of the international Indigenous context is considered an asset.
  • Must have strong public speaking skills with the ability to effectively present to diverse audiences, including, internal and external stakeholders, and team members.
  • An outcomes-based mindset and demonstrated experience building external partnerships from concept to results.
  • Must have a high level of discretion, judgement and an ability to deal with complex and sensitive issues.
  • An ability to navigate a large corporate setting, often with competing demands.
  • Experience in agriculture or mining is an asset.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively manage complex change and shift priorities comfortably; highly effective in ambiguous environments.
  • Ability to effectively utilize data and analytics to shape recommendations and reinforce key messages. 
  • Proficiency in Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint, is an asset.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today 

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. 

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien 

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does. Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes a great responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees and shareholders, our communities, and the planet. 

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