We are seeking an experienced Indigenous and Stakeholder Relations Advisor to support the development and maintenance of relationships with Indigenous communities, local stakeholders, and community organizations in British Columbia. This position plays a key role in delivering Indigenous consultation activities, managing community commitments, supporting regulatory engagement requirements, and ensuring alignment between project objectives and stakeholder expectations.
This is a contract until the end of November 2028, working Monday to Friday from Calgary, AB or Vancouver, BC.
The successful candidate will work closely with Indigenous leaders, community representatives, EPC contractors, and internal business functions to support agreement implementation, consultation programs, community engagement initiatives, and issue resolution. Responsibilities include identifying and mitigating potential social, operational, and reputational risks, coordinating stakeholder engagement activities, supporting Indigenous participation in business opportunities and workforce initiatives, maintaining engagement records, and ensuring commitments are tracked and fulfilled.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- 7-10+ years of experience in Indigenous Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Relations, or a related field.
- Experience working directly with Indigenous communities and organizations, preferably in British Columbia.
- Background supporting major industrial, LNG, energy, mining, infrastructure, or construction projects.
- Experience managing Indigenous agreements, consultation programs, regulatory engagement, and community commitments.
- Strong stakeholder management, relationship-building, facilitation, and communication skills.
- Experience working with senior internal and external stakeholders in complex and highly regulated environments.
- Ability to manage issues proactively, influence cross-functional teams, and support project delivery objectives.
Key Search Terms: Indigenous Relations, Indigenous Engagement, Stakeholder Relations, Community Relations, Social Performance, First Nations Engagement, Indigenous Consultation, External Affairs, Community Engagement, Regulatory Engagement, Social Impact Management, Government Relations, Corporate Relations, LNG, Energy, Mining, Infrastructure, Construction, Major Projects, Reconciliation, Indigenous Agreements.
Must-Have Requirements:
- Indigenous Relations and stakeholder engagement experience.
- Experience working with First Nations and Indigenous communities.
- Experience in a regulated industrial environment.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholder groups and community commitments.
- Experience supporting major project development, construction, or operations.
Nice-to-Have Requirements:
- Direct British Columbia experience.
- LNG, oil & gas, mining, utilities, or large infrastructure project experience.
- Experience negotiating or implementing Indigenous agreements.
- Familiarity with stakeholder tracking and risk management systems.
