Director of Aquatic Resources

**The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq**

**Department of Aquatic Resources & Fisheries Management**
- **Director of Aquatic Resources & Fisheries Management**_

**About The CMM**

**Position Overview**

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Aquatic Resources and Fisheries Management (DARFM) will be responsible for overseeing new and existing files, projects, programs, and staff of the department. Activities, such as research, education, project(s) delivery, advocacy, capacity development, technical advisory services, etc. will all be components of the director’s responsibilities. This will include pursuing new opportunities as they arise on an ongoing basis.

The Director is also responsible for the operational aspects within the Department, including Human Resources functions and authority, communications and promotion, financial responsibility, program management, strategic planning, and expansion. The director will also play role on various boards and committees.

**Overview of Responsibilities**
- Develop a five (5) year strategic plan for the department.
- Provide oversight, guidance, and direction to all programs within the department.
- Administer and provide support in HR Management for all DARFM staff (participate in interviews, involvement in recruitment process, approval of job descriptions and postings, conducting performance evaluations, review workplans, involvement in disciplinary action, etc.)
- Ensure financial responsibility for the department by preparing and monitoring the annual budget, recommending expenditures for payment within pre-approved budget, making adjustments to the budget if required, quarterly review of financial status, negotiating funding agreements, and ensuring compliance to the accountability framework
- Ensure the accountability framework and all of The CMM’s policies are implemented, updated, and maintained.
- Contribute to the Senior Management Committee by recommending change, expanded programming, identifying new initiatives, programs or services, identifying issues/processes of concern, and providing strategic direction to enhance the overall mission of The CMM.
- Prepare reports and workplans as required (Annual Report, Annual Workplan for the department, Progress Reports for the department, etc.)
- Deliver presentations to stakeholders, academia, conferences, NGOs, and Government promoting the work of the department.
- Attend meetings and community consultation tables as required.
- Participate on internal and external committees which are beneficial to the department.

**Position Requirements**
- Must have a minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience.
- Must have a post-secondary degree in a related field.
- Senior-level experience in a broad range of organizational environments, including strategic leadership, governance, negotiation, business planning, stewardship, media/communications, and/or human resources management.
- Direct experience developing and establishing long-term, community-based programs.
- Experience with and broad working knowledge of First Nations fisheries governance structures, infrastructure, programming, and socio-cultural norms.
- Knowledge of and experience working with First Nations communities.
- Excellent presentation, public relations, and oral and written communication skills.
- Highly skilled in areas of planning, analysis, and presentation.
- Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation, programs, and services relative to Tribal Organizations
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Nova Scotia’s Mi’kmaw community, its political framework, and administrative/service Programs.
- Strong ability to organize effectively, delegate responsibility, solve problems quickly and communicate clearly.
- Clear understanding of the Indian Act and Mi’kmaq Aboriginal and Treaty rights.
- Must have reliable transportation, drivers’ license, and the ability to travel.

**Why work with us?**

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (The CMM) is well known throughout Canada as a professional organization that is committed to providing a pleasant and healthy working environment for all its employees. As an organization, we understand that a great work/life balance is essential to success. As a full-time employee you can expect:

- An atmosphere that is both professional and family oriented.
- Enrollment in the organization’s benefits packages on your first day of employment with no waiting period, which includes Health & Dental, and Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- Generous amounts of paid time off (Paid Statutory Holidays plus St. Anne’s Day and Aboriginal Day, Summer Shutdown (2 weeks), Christmas Shutdown (roughly 2 weeks), plus 1 week of discretionary vacation time (up to 2 weeks with 10 years of service).
- Social Committee, Staff Days, Staff Knowledge Days, etc.

**Salary/Employment Term**:
$106,571.43-$149,200.00/ann based on qualifications and experience. This is a Permanent Position (pen