Director, Indigenous Engagement (Quebec)

Description

• Leading a multidisciplinary team responsible for implementing the strategy for relations with Indigenous communities and the Participation Plans for each of them.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with Indigenous peoples and working closely with them to understand their needs, concerns, and aspirations.
• Lead and deploy the consultation process with Indigenous communities in Quebec, developing consultation topics and mechanisms and actively participating in their implementation while supporting meaningful participation by Indigenous communities in all phases of the project.
• Participate in identifying opportunities and achieving socio-economic development targets for Indigenous communities, such as employment, contracts, and partnerships.
• Analyze and integrate comments/requests gathered during consultations to guide strategic decisions and provide feedback to the Indigenous communities concerned.
• Ensure that the activities of the Quebec Indigenous Relations team are aligned with those of Ontario, Rights and Environment, and all Alto business units to ensure a consistent and integrated approach.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in team management.
• Fluent in French and English, both spoken and written, is an important asset. The ability to communicate in one or more indigenous languages is an asset.
• Proven experience in planning and conducting Indigenous consultations (in the context of major infrastructure projects would be an asset).
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, political science, international relations, or a related field.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team.
• Ability to travel—up to 20-30% of the time—within the corridor and willingness to travel occasionally across Canada.
• Knowledge of Quebec's Indigenous cultural protocols and realities.
• Results-oriented with the ability to develop and execute effective strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of government processes, relevant regulations, and Indigenous issues.
• Political savvy, ability to influence and negotiate.

Benefits

• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance