Indigenous & Community Relations Advisor
Posted A month ago
Job Description
AltaGas - Indigenous and Community Relations Advisor - Prince Rupert
The Indigenous and Community Relations Advisor role is a dynamic position based in Prince Rupert, BC. This role is responsible for fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and regional stakeholders with a primary focus on advancing our client's community investment strategy. The successful candidate will lead initiatives that enhance our clients corporate reputation, build awareness of local operations, and support the execution of the Community Investment program to bring benefits to the region. This role also plays a key part in community relations, employee engagement and volunteerism, and communications activities that demonstrate the company's social impact.
Responsibilities
Education
Required Experience
Required Skills and Abilities
How to Apply: Please email your resume to Rob at rob.martinson@brainhunter.com or use the Apply Now button in the bottom left corner.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for Interviews will be contacted.
The Indigenous and Community Relations Advisor role is a dynamic position based in Prince Rupert, BC. This role is responsible for fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities and regional stakeholders with a primary focus on advancing our client's community investment strategy. The successful candidate will lead initiatives that enhance our clients corporate reputation, build awareness of local operations, and support the execution of the Community Investment program to bring benefits to the region. This role also plays a key part in community relations, employee engagement and volunteerism, and communications activities that demonstrate the company's social impact.
Responsibilities
- • Build and sustain positive relationships with Indigenous groups and local communities.
• Ensure AltaGas delivers on Indigenous contractual agreements with Indigenous groups in Northwest BC.
• Support the Manager, Indigenous and Community Relations in identifying Indigenous-led strategic initiatives for community investment.
• Maintain a calendar of community engagement events and track stakeholder engagement and outcomes.
• Represent our client at internal and external events, maintaining a visible and meaningful presence.
• Identify strategic opportunities to strengthen relationships with Indigenous groups, community leaders, Prince Rupert Port Authority, Chambers of Commerce, and other stakeholders.
• Attend meetings and conferences to stay informed on local and regional issues and provide analysis to leadership.
• Collaborate within a multi-discipline team, including the Indigenous and Community Relations team supporting local operations
• Recommend and manage strategic investment and engagement opportunities aligned with business goals, industry best practices, and social impact outcomes.
• Manage the full lifecycle of grants and sponsorships, including intake, evaluation, processing, and payments.
• Participate in Community Action Team meetings for investment evaluation and approval.
• Execute the corporate volunteer program (locally) and design meaningful employee volunteer opportunities.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and materials for strategic planning and social impact reporting.
• Administer and support platforms such as Benevity and Versaic.
• Assist with budget management and internal communications showcasing community investment outcomes.
Education
- • Bachelor's degree in policy, law, public relations, communications, engineering, science, or equivalent preferred
Required Experience
- • 3+ years of relevant experience in community investment or nonprofit development
• 3+ years experience in Indigenous relations, government, industry, policy, or public relations
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and regional stakeholders in BC is preferred
• Experience with Benevity and/or Versaic is considered an asset
Required Skills and Abilities
- • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Work with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, history, and contemporary issues.
• Strong understanding of social impact best practices, corporate philanthropy, and sponsorships.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with integrity, resourcefulness, and a commitment to service excellence.
• Innovative mindset with comfort in iterative processes and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong administration skills including organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Professional presence and ability to represent the company in diverse settings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
How to Apply: Please email your resume to Rob at rob.martinson@brainhunter.com or use the Apply Now button in the bottom left corner.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for Interviews will be contacted.
About Great Canadian Gaming Corp.
Industry
Hospitality and TourismCompany Size
5001-10,000 employees
Application closing date is 2025-12-16
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