About NNTC:
The Nlaka’pamux Nation Tribal Council (NNTC) is a governing entity of the Nlaka’pamux Nation. NNTC works to protect and advance Nlaka’pamux title and rights. In the process of decolonization, NNTC is instrumental in the exercise of Nlaka’pamux jurisdiction including shared decision making with other levels of government ensuring decisions impacting our people, land and resources are in our best interests. NNTC has associated incorporated entities including companies doing work in relation to archaeology, environment, wildlife, construction, and solar power. NNTC is principled, disciplined and a leader in innovative change.
This Opportunity:
The Forest Resources Engagement Lead oversees the implementation of Nlaka’pamux title and rights and the relationship with government and industry on all aspects of Forest Resources throughout the Nlaka’pamux homeland relating to NNTC governance. This role holds primary accountability for strengthening NNTC’s government-to-government partnership with the Crown and for implementing the work required to meet the challenges of recognition, reconciliation, and implementation of Nlaka’pamux title and rights in relation to the Forest Resources. This role will ensure commitments made by government and industry are met in accordance with the negotiated terms and conditions and for facilitating communications with respect to all aspects of forestry engagement and agreement implementation.
About the job:
This is a full-time role based in NNTC’s Vancouver office, and includes paid vacation, an extended benefit plan, and a defined contribution pension plan. Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Working with leadership and member communities, gathers direction on priorities to be executed and ensures appropriate communication and reporting.
- Coordinates effectively at senior levels within government and industry and works towards the overall intention of developing a one window approach to interactions with government and industry related to Nlaka’pamux forest resource decision making.
- Based on a relationship, not a transactional approach, works with forestry resources operators to establish negotiation processes for the timely completion of agreements that will structure a substantive relationship regarding forest resources throughout the Nlaka’pamux homeland.
- Researches and clarifies specific terms and conditions of agreements to ensure the intent of the original agreements are met.
- Addresses challenges encountered throughout implementation and develops innovative resolutions. This may involve the negotiation of additional strategies to address needs and sensitivities not originally contemplated as part of the negotiated agreement, but which place obstacles in the way of successfully achieving negotiated objectives or that may negatively influence the relationship between the parties.
- Develops and operationalizes implementation plans and budgets throughout the implementation phase including, but not limited to, working with multidisciplinary project teams with highly skilled specialists, research and knowledge keepers, and community to ensure Nlaka’pamux laws, policies, plans and standards are embedded in forest practices.
- Plans and coordinates the execution of key meetings and annual updates.
- Provides subject matter expertise to NNTC staff and leadership.
Minimum Qualifications:
- University degree in law or public policy/governance with a focus on Indigenous law and legal issues, conflict resolution and negotiation, resource management, or related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous Nations and an understanding of Indigenous title and rights.
- Knowledge and or experience of the forest sector preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated proficiency in the following: building and maintaining relationships with government and industry at the executive and senior levels; negotiation and persuasive influence; conflict resolution; strategic and tactical planning; project management principles and practices; analysis and critical thinking; creativity and innovation in problem solving; interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral); organizational skills.
- A consistent presence in the homeland to gain a deep understanding of the objectives of NNTC and its unique world views and values.
- Acts in a manner consistent with Nlaka’pamux title and rights.
- Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of the economic component of title and rights and its implementation in government and corporate settings.
- Experience writing reports, briefing notes and position papers.
- All aspects of coordinating and managing meetings.
- Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must be a self-starter, quick learner, highly organized, flexible in how and what work is undertaken and able to work with others and build an effective team.
Compensation
· $87,500 - $120,000 per year
Please submit your resume and cover letter, highlighting how your experience and qualifications are a fit for this opportunity, to garchie@nntc.ca by July 18th, 2025. Please visit NNTC’s website, https://nntc.ca to learn more about our organization.
NNTC thanks all applicants in advance; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. NNTC welcomes applications from all interested applicants; however, preference will be given to Nlaka’pamux and other Indigenous applicants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $87,500.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person