Governance Manager

5 days ago


Sechelt, Canada Shishalh Nation Full time

**The Position**

Under the general supervision of the CAO, the Governance Manager will participate as an integral member of the management team, providing advice and support services in the development of policies, laws, regulations, resolutions, memorandums of understanding and motions, to ensure legal compliance and consistency. In addition, the Governance Manager manages the coordination of community meetings and events including, but not limited to, General Assemblies, Referendums, Community Awareness and Education sessions, and community consultation sessions. The position is responsible for the research, development and implementation of good governance principles, practices, and procedures on behalf of the organization.
- Interpretation and implementation of the Nation’s core governance frameworks and documents including but not limited to the Sechelt Indian Band Self-Governance Act, the SIGD Enabling Act, the SIB Constitution, Laws, Policies and the Housing Trust Declaration;
- Leadership and coordination of amendment processes of the Nation’s core frameworks or documents working in collaboration with CCL and Senior Management;
- Develop, maintain and update orientation and governance manuals;
- Develop and interpret Rules of Procedure;
- Ensure effective internal communications through regular meetings with Chief & Council, CAO and Division Managers;
- Provide administrative support in a variety of areas, including budget development and management.
- Identify and arrange training workshops, conference participation, professional capacity development and related travel;
- Set a tone of leadership that is people-oriented, collaborative in nature & focused on data-based decision-making;
- As directed, assist with strategic planning sessions and work collaboratively to assist the Nation build local government processes leading to a governance law.

**Qualifications, Skills and Abilities**
- Post-secondary education in First Nations Management, Public or Business Administration or Political Science combined with significant experience in senior, public sector positions, preferably in a First Nations environment.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered;
- 4+ years of experience working with first nations or governments;
- In-depth knowledge of BC First Nations Government structures and systems;
- Knowledge of Municipal, Territorial and Federal Government structures and processes;
- Knowledge of political processes, preferably with respect to First Nations self-government political processes; advanced critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Preference will be given to qualified shíshálh members, community members, and other First Nation’s members, Inuit and Métis. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- SECHELT, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Governments: 4 years (required)
- First Nations: 4 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in SECHELT, BC


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