Project Lead

**POSITIION SUMMARY**

The Project Lead will serve as the primary liaison between external parties and Seabird Island Band (SIB) in regard to Aboriginal Rights and titles, facilitating all communication and engagement efforts. This role involves planning and arranging meetings between different external stakeholders. The incumbent will provide expertise and support on issues relevant to SIB, representing Seabird’s rights and title at industry and development meetings, and attending various public and community events.

Additionally, they will make presentations, offer advice on rights and title strategies, and ensure timely responses to external stakeholders. The Project Lead will also manage project budgets, track costs, and prepare reports and recommendations for leadership.

**This is a 3-year term contract with the possibility of extension.**

**Work that matters**

Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band) is located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver. We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant and resilient community. Our work spans a diverse range of services including housing, education, health, wellness, early childhood development, community infrastructure, and cultural vitalization. By joining our team, you will be part of an organization that values First Nations knowledge, promotes self-advocacy, and strives to create a holistic and culturally safe environment for all community members.

Seabird Island located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver.

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**Benefits and perks**
- Extended health and dental benefits,
- Accrued vacation and sick time,
- Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement
- Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
- Equitable hourly rates
- Casual dress code

**WHAT YOU'LL DO**
- Act as Project Lead and point of contact for Seabird Island Band (SIB) regarding all correspondence and engagement between external parties and Seabird Island Band.
- Represent Seabird’s rights and title at industry and development meetings.
- Attend Committee, community and other public meetings and events as required.
- Make presentations and provide advice/guidance on Rights and Title related issues and strategies.
- Prepares referral compensation budgets based on scope of work and resource requirements.
- Tracks project costs to meet budgetary objectives and adjusting project constraints, based on financial analysis.
- Prepare and assist in the preparation of reports and recommendations for the Director and stakeholders.
- Plan, schedule and arrange any meetings between external parties and SIB’s Chief and Council (whether in-person or by teleconference) including confirming any meeting agenda.
- Provide expertise and support SIB regarding any aboriginal rights and title related issues of importance to SIB’s Chief and Council or the community.

**Other Duties**
- Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Director, Chief Administrative Officer, or Chief & Council.
- Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.

**WHAT YOU BRING**

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s or graduate degree in in Business Administration, Indigenous Studies, Environmental Studies, Law, or a related field. We also recognize and value cultural knowledge and experience gained through other forms of education and training, including teachings from Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities and understanding of Indigenous cultures,
traditions, and contemporary issues.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience interacting with government entities and understanding the regulatory environment impacting Indigenous communities.
- Understanding of legal principles related to UNDRIP, land code, and environmental regulations.
- Formal negotiation skills considered an asset.

**Preferred**:

- Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.
- Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.
- Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.
- Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

**Cultural Competency**:

- Deep understanding of First Nations cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.
- Understanding of intergenerational trauma and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and communities.

**Working / Special Conditions**
- Initial and ongoing commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including our policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws, is essential. This commitment supports our collective work, the community, and the responsibilities of this role.
- Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and have access to safe and re