Indigenous Relations Manager

**Indigenous Relations Manager**

Location: Sidney, Nanaimo or Burnaby B.C. (up to 50% travel)
Department: Public & External Affairs
Reports to: Sr. Manager, Communications

**Make a Meaningful Impact on the Coast**

At Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC), our mission is simple but vital: to protect the West Coast through world-class marine spill preparedness and response. We are looking for an Indigenous Relations Manager who will play a key role in advancing reconciliation and building strong, sustainable partnerships with Indigenous communities throughout our geographical areas of response.

If you are passionate about meaningful engagement, thrive in complex negotiations, and want your work to contribute directly to protecting coastal ecosystems and communities, this is the opportunity for you.

**What You’ll Do**

As the Indigenous Relations Manager, you will:

- Develop and implement consultation strategies that meet legal obligations, advance reconciliation, and strengthen long-term relationships.
- Negotiate and conclude agreements with Indigenous communities to support effective spill preparedness.
- Represent WCMRC at public meetings, open houses, and Indigenous community events.
- Keep leadership informed on emerging issues, trends, and sensitive matters that may impact operations.
- Build internal awareness by developing and delivering cultural competency training.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment on agreements and engagement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate records of all consultation and engagement activities.
- Act as Liaison Officer within the Incident Command System (ICS) during spill response exercises and real incidents.

**What You Bring**
- Post-secondary degree/diploma in Indigenous Studies, Anthropology, Political Science, or a related field (or equivalent education/experience).
- At least 7 years of progressive experience developing communications and negotiation strategies in Indigenous relations.
- Strong communication, diplomacy, and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, political relationships, TRC Calls to Action, and UNDRIP.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in complex environments, with strong organizational and reporting skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
- Legally entitled to work within Canada

**Preferred**:

- Direct experience working for or within Indigenous communities.
- Familiarity with Indigenous language, culture, and engagement protocols.

**Why Join WCMRC?**

We know that meaningful work is only part of the equation. That is why we offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

- Eligibility for Company Incentive Plan
- 100% employer-paid benefits for you and your family.
- Generous and flexible work hours, including options for compressed work weeks.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) to support your long-term financial wellness.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities, including Incident Command System (ICS) certification and spill response exercises.
- The chance to work with dedicated professionals committed to protecting the West Coast environment.

**Ready to Apply?**

Pay: $110,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

**Experience**:

- directly related: 4 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (required)

Work Location: In person