Kndc - Fisheries Manager

**JOB POSTING**

**Kwakiutl Nation Development Corp.**

**FISHERIES MANAGER
**JOB SUMMARY**

Under the direction and guidance of the Kwakiutl Nation Development Corp. (KNDC) General

Manager/CEO, the Fisheries Manager oversees all the activities of the KNDC fisheries in

accordance with the policies, agreements and related priorities set by the Corporation/Kwakiutl

Band Council (KBC). He or she has oversight of all fisheries managed by KNDC - including

boats, licences, related gear, and associated fisheries staff and/or fishing crews.

**DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES**

The Fisheries Manager’s work includes (but is not limited to) the following:

- Financial management abilities required to ensure monitoring/interpret balance sheet and

income statements for the KNDC Fisheries Department
- Complete business cases for PICFI Business Development and PICFI Capacity Building
- Ensures all deliverables and reporting are completed on time as required for all

contribution and funding agreements
- Researches and applies for any available funding opportunities or grants
- Provides quarterly reports to the KNDC GM/CEO regarding all fisheries related business

issues, concerns or opportunities
- Serves as a liaison with relevant and strategic associations, advisory committees,

industry partners, and facilitates mutually beneficial relationships with other Nations,
federal and provincial government agencies
- When requested participates in decision making with GM/CEO regarding the Kwakiutl

natural resources and strategic business planning and execution
- Plays a lead role in initiating and implementing employment, training and business

opportunities within the fisheries department
- Plays a lead role in negotiating and implementing fisheries business agreements
- Prepares and secures contracts for support in consultations and technical support for

agreement negotiations
- Performs other duties as assigned by the KNDC GM/CEO

Knowledge of Kwakiutl community, culture and language is an asset. It is paramount that all

positions withing the KNDC strive to communicate and serve the Kwakiutl people in a manner

that respects, enhances and promotes the cultural identity and well being of both the individual

and the community. This position will ensure cultural safety by:

- Gaining cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity
- Understanding and complying with any Kwakiutl policies or positions statements on

“cultural safety” (and ensuring it is reflected in individual training and professional
development plans)
- Ensuring that plans, policies, and activities undertaken promote the holistic health and

well-being of the Kwakiutl in a way that incorporates and promotes the cultural aspects
of the Kwakiutl People and traditions
- Overall assisting in the articulation and establishment of cultural influence expectation in

KNDC Fisheries business planning and day-to-day operations

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Certified Fisheries Enterprise Management training
- Post secondary degree or diploma in business management, financial management,

economic development, marine aquaculture sciences or other related disciplines
- Experience in a West Coast marine and freshwater fishery
- Strong business acumen coupled with experience driving revenues in fisheries
- Demonstrated experience leading & developing employees
- Hands-on experience in vessel maintenance and operation (including regulatory

requirements)
- Strong knowledge of provincial and federal fisheries policies, laws, legislation &
regulation
- Strong ability to lead/manage field and vessel crews in an efficient, professional, and fair

manner
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, formal writing (such as briefing notes, strategy

documents, work plans etc.) and communication skills
- The ability to engage and work effectively with Kwakiutl community members and other

stakeholders

Other Job Information
- Successful applicant must periodically undergo a police information check (PIC)
- Pre-employment and post-incident drug/alcohol testing is a requirement
- Travel to various destinations outside the typical worksite
- The successful applicant can expect to work in a variety of difference work

environments, as well as work outside the normal business hours and to function
independently
- Abide by KNDC/KBC organizational policies (i.e., personnel policy and other policies)
- Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants
- Willing to perform other duties as assigned by the GM/CEO

Competitive compensation package including extended health and pension benefits following

successful probationary period

Start: as soon as possible