Indigenous Community Engagement Coordinator

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Grande Prairie Woodland Team is currently recruiting for a Indigenous Community Engagement Coordinator.

We are looking for an individual whose primary focus will be leading our consultation and engagement activities with local communities, specifically Indigenous communities. This position is based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, and relocation is available for the right candidate.

You’ll Do:

• Be the regional lead, for consultation and engagement 
• Coordinate, develop and maintain progressive and positive working relationships with communities.
• Administrative lead for the Government of Alberta consultation process with Indigenous communities.
• Facilitate and support the negotiation and implementation of agreements that contribute to effective and durable relationships with communities and Indigenous peoples.
• Engage in effective communication with Indigenous communities with respect to divisional forest management and stewardship activities.
• Working with the Alberta Indigenous Relations Lead, develop and implement local community engagement strategies, including economic, employment, and training initiatives.
• Work effectively with Woods staff to ensure that commitments made are documented and fulfilled.
• Communicate regularly with corporate and divisional management to community engagement activities.
• Coordinate and participate in various community engagement activities and events.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in a related role.
• Post-secondary education, preferably in forestry, natural resource management, Indigenous relations, or related fields.
• Be highly motivated and team-oriented individual with strong strategic thinking and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in community and/or Indigenous engagement or consultation. Experience in Indigenous consultation would be an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience in the drafting of agreements, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity and good understanding of Indigenous cultures and history within the region.
• Knowledge and understanding of forest management practices and government policies and guidelines related to indigenous consultation and engagement would be an asset.
• Ability to travel and undertake occasional weekend or evening work as required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

Your Workplace Location:

Grande Prairie, Alberta, is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities, with a population of 70,000.  Located less than 5 hours northwest of Edmonton in the “Peace Country Region”; Grande Prairie is the ‘hub’ for northern Alberta & northeastern BC; with infrastructure to support a population base of over 300 000. 

About Us:

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. 

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications. 

Diversity:  

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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