Director, Indigenous Relations

**POSTING DATE**:October 08, 2025

**CLOSING DATE**:October 21, 2025
**JOB NUMBER**:2025-80

**HYBRID WORK**:Eligible

**POSITION TYPE**:Permanent

**LOCATION**:Athabasca County, Alberta

**Who Are We?**

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility - a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

**Role Responsibilities**
- Lead the development and sustainment of the Indigenous Relations strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community engagement commitments.
- Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations across Northern Alberta.
- Promote cultural awareness within the organization through training, dialogue, and leadership and team member engagement.
- Advise senior leadership and Al-Pac’s board of directors on Indigenous relations matters.
- Lead and foster collaboration across all levels of the organization to ensure that Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations Strategy is well understood and incorporated into departmental business planning, project planning and operations.
- Lead and guide Indigenous community engagement initiatives in alignment with Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations Strategy.
- Guide consultation initiatives, including regulatory consultation activities.
- Support enterprise certification initiatives, including managing Al-Pac’s Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations certification.
- Represent the company in external forums, including industry associations, multi-stakeholder groups and government consultations.

**Role Requirements**
- Preferred post-secondary degree in Indigenous Studies, Business, Social Sciences or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Indigenous relations, stakeholder engagement, or community development.
- Proven track record of building strong relationships with Indigenous communities, governments and organizations.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous history, cultures, governance structures, and legal frameworks in Canada.
- Demonstrated experience in consultation with Indigenous communities on major project development within the forestry, manufacturing, or industrial industries is an asset.

**Other**
- Deep understanding of Indigenous governance structures, cultures and histories.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
- Strategic thinking and ability to align long-term vision with operational execution.
- Knowledge of co-operative models and community development practices.
- Familiarity with regulatory environments, government relations, and consultation requirements.
- Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder environments with diplomacy and authenticity.
- Comfortable with regular travel and working outside of regular business hours.

**What We Offer**
- A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
- Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
- Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
- Hybrid Work Arrangement Program, depending on eligibility.
- Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
- Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
- Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.

**Legal Statement**

*FSC-C021640

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Athabasca, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Indigenous Relations: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person