Current Opportunities
Consultant, Indigenous Relations
Date Posted: Sep 23, 2024
Location: SASKATOON, SK, CA
Permanent - Full Time
Apply no later than 09/30/2024 to be considered for this opportunity.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Consultant 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, community engagement, stakeholder relations, and/or program delivery
• 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
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.
Please apply by 09/30/2024.
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