Chief Executive Officer

The c’išaaʔath (sis sha ahtah) or Tseshaht First Nation is a vibrant community situated along western Vancouver Island with an active and progressive natural resources-based economy. Tseshaht Enterprises Corporation (TEC) embodies their mission statement of “together we are empowering our people, fostering a stable, safe and supportive community by building a strong economy and creating opportunities of growth, health, wellness of our people, and hạhuułi as a united, self-determining Nation.”

**Duties and Responsibilities**

The Chief Executive Officer will lead newly incorporated Tseshaht Enterprises Corporation to establish and grow existing and new business initiatives over a diverse portfolio of industries for the corporation and its community members. Through the direction of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer will actualize short and long-term business plans aligned with the mission of TEC.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to set up and lead the TEC on its strategic path and play a strong role in start up and structuring of this new entity to achieve positive results and contribution to the community.

**Strategic and Operational Planning**
- Per the Board’s direction, lead implementation of a strategic plan to define TEC’s goals and approach to achieve the short and long-term business results.
- Identify, assess, implement and report on risk management plans.
- Develop and implement strategies and plans for economic development opportunities, projects, operations, and investments.
- Establish and implement standards, policies, and procedures.
- Assist in transitioning current businesses from pre-existing structures to TEC

**Business Structure and Oversight**
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
- Ensure the establishment high standards for safety and environmental management for all businesses.
- Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of strategies and plans.

**Financial Stewardship**
- Champion fiscal responsibility and financial health, ensuring implementation of comprehensive financial planning, budget controls, evaluation and reporting processes.
- Lead the development and assessment of detailed financial projections for business prospects or plans as well as prepare progress reports relative to those projections.
- Identify and pursue business opportunities and funding agreements aligned with TEC’s mandate and values.

**Operations**
- Ensure the oversight and management of daily operations through direct and delegated supervision and reporting of performance.
- Ensure strong management and liaison of contractors, vendors, and partners.
- Conduct due diligence analysis to inform investment decisions and potential partnerships.
- Balance economic development opportunities with natural resources and impacts on land and water.

**Board Governance**
- Prepare materials and report to the Board of Directors with regular updates on key initiatives
- Set up and oversee a robust records management system for Board and TEC business.
- Support communication efforts from the Board.

**Human Resources Management**
- Design organizational structure to deliver on the mandate, vision, and strategic plan.
- Coordinate recruitment and hiring

**Relationship Management**
- Cultivate positive relationships
- Maintain open and transparent communications with the Board of Directors.

**Skills and Qualifications**
- **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**:_
- Demonstrated success in business development initiatives.
- Financial acumen and proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and risk management.
- Demonstrated ability to carry out research and analysis, writing effective proposals and reports.
- Exceptional leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to inspire and motivate.
- Excellent inter-personal skills including strong negotiation and relationship-building.
- Solid experience working with Boards,
- Working knowledge of Indigenous organizational structures and culture, values, and socio-economic challenges faced by Indigenous communities.
- Diverse background in business
- Demonstrated personal attributes of integrity, respect, trust, honesty, compassion, and accountability.
- Informed and current knowledge of federal and provincial policy which may affect TEC.
- Understanding financial and administration laws is an asset
- **Experience and Education Requirements**:_
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, economics, natural resources, or a related field is preferred.
- Master’s degree is considered an asset.
- Experience with property management, tourism, and housing is an asset.
- Five (5) or more years in a senior management role,
- Experience in a First Nation business environment is considered an asset.
- Other Requirements:_
- A credit