Indigenous Advisor

5 days ago

Kelowna, Canada Regional District of Central Okanagan Full time

**Regional District of Central Okanagan**

**Indigenous Advisor**:
**The Indigenous Advisor position is rooted in the guiding principles of Truth and Reconciliation as outlined by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. We recognize and respect that the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) lies within the unceded **tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ** (land)**of the syilx / Okanagan people. We acknowledge that colonialism has significantly impacted Indigenous peoples and their connections to the land. As a Local Government, we are learning and building better relationships with the syilx and other Indigenous people in the region.**

We are looking for someone to provide leadership and guidance in moving local government Reconciliation actions forward, as well as building strong government to government relationships with syilx communities in the Central Okanagan.

**You will**:

- Develop an RDCO Reconciliation and Indigenous Relations Framework.
- Build RDCO’s cultural competency by fostering opportunities to learn about and work with syilx and urban Indigenous communities.
- Strengthen local government to government relationships with syilx communities in the Central Okanagan, with a focus on inclusive regional governance.
- Contribute to RDCO communication and engagement activities for programs and projects that impact syilx communities and urban Indigenous communities within the Central Okanagan.

As a requirement to be successful in the role, you will identify as Indigenous, have 5 years’ experience in community engagement or community building including Indigenous relations, exceptional cultural understanding of sylix / Okanagan communities in the Central Okanagan and knowledge of how to build relationships with these communities in the context of Local Government.

This is an exempt position that has a salary range of $89,064 - $98,960 - $108,856. It is the RDCO’s philosophy to pay in the middle of the range for a fully qualified applicant.

**_The Regional District of Central Okanagan is an employer of choice made up of a dedicated team of people who care about the community we serve. We are located in one of the most desirable places to live in BC, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. The appeal of Okanagan Lake and the natural beauty of the surroundings continue to draw people to the valley. Our lifestyle is second to none especially for those who live to enjoy the outdoors._**

Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 5 years or more

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