Consultant, Indigenous Relations

Job description:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Consultant, reporting to the Indigenous Relations Manager - North Region, is accountable to provide leadership and strategic consultation and support to a broad range of multiple functional areas. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to research, develop, recommend and implement strategic and operational programs, policies and procedures regarding SaskPower’s organizational structure, operations and managerial methods; ensuring alignment with both departmental and corporate goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Provide strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of multiple functions, while providing creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations of the organization

- Lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or department(s); providing recommendations and executing operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SaskPower’s operations and people

- Lead and participate in cross-functional work teams, strategic planning initiatives, workshops and meetings in order to develop innovative and practical business solutions

- Develop, organize and deliver presentations, reports and briefings for internal and external audiences

- Drive and facilitate change, including making change happen throughout the organization through the implementation of strategic projects or initiatives

- Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SaskPower in order to foster a positive and productive work environment

- Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required

- Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

- Degree or Diploma in Resource/Environmental Management, Community/Regional Planning, Public Relations, Communications, a Social Science, or other related equivalent AND/OR;

- Five (5) years of related experience in policy development and/or project delivery in areas of Indigenous Engagement, community outreach, stakeholder relations, and the development and implementation of social and cultural awareness training and programing

- IAP2 training would be considered an asset

- Team leader and member with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower

- Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism

- Ability to impact and influence others while holding people accountable

- Excellent oral and written communication skills

- Ability to work and manage in a changing environment

- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision making skills

- Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork

- Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies

- Must have a continuing record of professional development

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Profile description:

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion. We’re dedicated to creating and cultivating an inclusive workplace and a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act. These include:

- Indigenous Peoples

- members of Visible Minority Groups

- persons with disabilities

- women

- LGBTQ2S+ community

- persons who served and are serving in the military

- newcomers to Saskatchewan

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, we prioritize hiring Indigenous Peoples as we recognize and respect their knowledge and experience. We acknowledge the barriers that affect equity groups, and we’re committed to addressing, mitigating and accommodating these barriers to strive for equity in the workplace. Learn more at Commitment to Diversity.

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Please apply by

09/16/2025.