Frequent travel to sites and projects is required.
This role will be based in Toronto, and you will be expected to work from our corporate office a minimum of 3 times a week in line with our hybrid work model.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carry-out community research and based on results, originate and guide relationship building with local and Indigenous communities related to new Northland Projects.
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Lead local Community Liaison staff particularly in weekly social team meetings.
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For each jurisdiction, coordinate with Development, Construction and Operations on the creation, execution and management of region specific Indigenous and Community Affairs Programs.
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Define, design, lead, and oversee the documentation of consultation processes as well as the production of project-specific Social Impact Assessments, consistent with Northland Power's Commitment to Local and Indigenous Communities Statement.
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Develop, execute and manage consultation programs with Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Communities.
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Negotiate agreements with Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Communities to support corporate business activities.
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Be a company resource on government policy and regulations for the Indigenous and Social areas and offer expertise and guidance to business team leaders.
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Assist in sourcing and contracting external Indigenous and Community Affairs consultants with Development, Construction and Operations teams in various jurisdictions.
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Establish, build, and maintain a comprehensive network of national and international relationships in the industry, and co-ordinate Northland's participation in related industry associations and stakeholder groups.
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Report Indigenous and Community Affairs' opinion, progress and ongoing strategic focus to senior management in general and with respect to particular projects.
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Offer training and professional development opportunities to Northland head office and field staff on Indigenous and Community Awareness.
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Learn the basics of the history, culture, and heritage of the communities you work with.
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Identify real needs and opportunities for the communities and design solutions.
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Foster community understanding, local development and programs, a healthier economy and through this, community approval for the projects.
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Promote local employment, community workshops, and STEM education.
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Manage the community and Indigenous "Media Scan".
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Travel across Canada, the Americas and overseas is an important element of this position.
Who You Are:
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Collaborative: You are a natural relationship builder and feel comfortable working and engaging with a diverse group of stakeholders. You enjoy developing and maintaining strategic relationships and partnerships based on trust and understanding.
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A strong communicator: You have exceptional oral and written communication skills. You can articulate your ideas and opinions in a clear and concise manner.
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Inclusive: You celebrate diversity and foster an environment of opportunity, inclusion, integrity, and respect. You have a natural ability to work with multi-person Community Relations teams.
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Process and project management oriented: You are organized and diligent in providing structure to transactions and experienced in connecting multiple stakeholders together with aligned interest.
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Independent: You are an independent thinker and naturally set your own timescales and milestones to ensure you meet your objectives.
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Strategic: You have a proven ability to think strategically and to translate ideas into concise recommendations.
Qualifications and Experience
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3+ years of relevant experience as a Senior Advisor or equivalent, in community or Indigenous relations.
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Advanced computer skills (MS Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook).
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Valid driver's license required.
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Proficiency in an international language other than English would be an asset.
Northland Power Inc.
30 St Clair Ave W
Toronto
www.northlandpower.com
