Intergovernmental Advisor, Specializing in Indigenous Relations

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Resumes are being accepted for the permanent full-time position of Intergovernmental Advisor Specializing in Indigenous Relations within the Strategy, Innovation and Intergovernmental Services department of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer at the City of Guelph. Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Intergovernmental Relations, the successful applicant will exhibit a strong dedication to relationship-building and reconciliation as well as a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures and worldviews and a connection to Indigenous communities. This role will also contribute to the implementation of the City’s annual Advocacy Plan and the Intergovernmental Relations Strategic Framework. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City of Guelph Corporate Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city. Individuals identifying as Indigenous are encouraged to apply. Hours of work 35 hours per week Monday to Friday with flexibility to work evenings and weekend (as needed). Your role • Lead the City’s relationship-building with key First Nation and Métis government partners and provide advice to City departments on Indigenous relations with the aim of advancing reconciliation • Lead the development and implementation of an Indigenous Engagement Plan for the City of Guelph • Ensure the City is meeting its legal and procedural obligations as it relates to Aboriginal and Treaty rights • Identify and support the implementation of Indigenous engagement best practices for a variety of City initiatives • Work collaboratively with the City’s Senior Advisor, Equity, Diversity, and Indigenous Affairs to support the engagement of urban Indigenous community members living in Guelph • Advance the implementation of the City’s annual advocacy plan and the City’s Intergovernmental Relations Strategic Framework • Coordinate the City’s response to provincial and federal consultation processes • Support the identification and preparation of strategic grant applications • Prepare briefing notes, meeting notes, Indigenous Engagement records, digital presentations, policy papers and other written materials • Coordinate intergovernmental meetings and opportunities for the City and its leaders to advance Guelph’s priorities • Track, monitor and communicate legislative and policy developments of potential impact to the City • Provide strategic legislative and policy analysis and advice on emerging issues and opportunities of the day • Support the development of strategic intergovernmental and advocacy approaches, including policy development, implementation and associated communications work • Other duties as assigned Qualifications • Considerable experience related to the duties listed above normally acquired through the completion of a university degree or college diploma in Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Political Science, Law or a related discipline and considerable experience in Indigenous relations, government relations and advocacy work. Candidates with equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered • Lived experience with First Nations, Métis, Inuit or mixed ancestry communities is considered an asset • An ability to network and build relationships • Awareness of current intergovernmental and Indigenous relations issues, trends, and developments • Highly developed research, analysis and policy recommendation skills. • Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, networking, facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments to meet deadlines • Commitment to ongoing professional development • Grant writing experience would be considered an asset • Past municipal, provincial, federal and/or Indigenous government experience would be considered an asset • An understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing • Indigenous language and French language skills considered an asset. In accordance with the City of Guelph’s employment practices, new employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire, subject to accommodations required in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Rate $77,600.00-$97,000.00 How to apply Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by Sunday, June 26, 2022. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered. Proof of qualifications will be requested at the interview stage. Please visit the job posting listed on our careers page and click on the “Apply for this job” button. Instructions will follow. The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance. Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.