Land Code Governance Advisor

**CURRENT POSITIONS BEING STAFFED**:1**
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Location** -** **Manitoba**ABOUT US**

As part of the _Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management (Framework Agreement)_, the Lands Advisory Board (LAB) and the First Nations Land Management Resource Centre (RC) provide political and technical support to developmental and operational First Nations. The developmental process under the _Framework Agreement_ consists of a series of activities including the drafting of community land codes, implementing communication strategies and community voting procedures, as well as finalizing Individual Agreements with Canada. Once a First Nation ratifies its Land Code and becomes operational, the LAB and RC provide various support services such as assisting/advising with drafting land laws, rules, procedures, and instruments, as well as implementing land governance systems and facilitating agreements and other arrangements with municipal, provincial, federal or First Nation governments.**ABOUT THE POSITION**The following is an overview of the key responsibilities for this position but may not be all-inclusive.- Supporting operational First Nations with the implementation of their land codes.
- Supporting developmental First Nations through the developmental phase including the land code development and community ratification process.
- Providing information to, or meeting with, First Nations interested in becoming signatories to the Framework Agreement.
- Contribute to the quarterly reports and the LAB annual report as needed.
- Any other related workload in keeping with the LAB, FNLMRC and First Nations’ responsibilities in implementing the Framework Agreement.

**ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**

To be considered for the position identified above, or for future consideration, please demonstrate how you meet the following essential criteria:
- Completion of post-secondary education in a related field (a combination of education and related experience or experience working with First Nations may be considered).
- 3-5 years’ experience working with First Nations, preferably in supporting First Nation self-government efforts particularly in the area of reserve lands and natural resources.
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders on common files.

The following essential requirements will be assessed at a later date, either through an interview, written assessment and reference checks:
- Knowledge of land and environment issues related to First Nations’ land
- Understanding of the Framework Agreement
- Understanding of Federal legislation affecting First Nations’ reserve land
- Understanding of Indigenous culture
- Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
- Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
- Effective time management skills
- Proficiency with software programs such as Office 365, Adobe, Zoom, SharePoint
- Effective time management skills
- Effective interpersonal relationships
- Tact and good judgment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

**ASSETS**

If you meet any of the following, please explain how you meet these asset criteria.- Ability to speak Indigenous Language
- Bilingual(French/English)

**OTHER**
- Must be willing to travel.

**PREFERENCE**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**
- Satisfactory criminal records check and education verification.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- A competitive salary starting at ($77,000 annually; starting salary is based on experience).
- Paid vacation time.
- An opportunity to work from a home office setting.
- A comprehensive benefits package consisting of paid sick leave, extended health, and dental coverage as well as access to short
- and long-term disability benefits.
- Access 24/7 to an employee assistance program.
- Ability to participate in a TFSA/RSP program.
- Education allowance and access to annual education leave.