Project Officer

Project Officer 

Reports to: Manager, Capacity & Training, or delegate 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 
As a member of the FNPSS team, the FNPSS Project Officer will support projects and programs, and will  plan, coordinate, and implement activities, products, and events in support of the FNPSS work plan.  Work undertaken will include outreach with BC First Nations, government employees, and partner  organizations. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
Implement FNPSS programming and projects through: 

• Coordinating events and activities: Coordination includes all aspects of implementation from project planning to reporting on outcomes, and may include promotion, logistics, cultural aspects, and partner and/or client engagement. Activities may include, but are not limited to, webinars, workshops, regional engagement sessions, focus groups, knowledge sharing activities,committee meetings, and other activities of similar scope based on the needs of BC First Nations and the FNPSS workplan for various program areas. 
• Liaison and relationship building: Through written and verbal communication, liaise with First Nations (Band Administrators and/or Chief and Council), partner and Indigenous organizations, contractors and consultants, government employees, and the public. 
• Research and analysis: This may include creating survey questionnaires, researching Indigenous organizations, conducting phone interviews, reaching out to partners or contacts to gathe information, and data analysis, for various projects, programs, and activities. 
• Written communications: This may include writing reports, publications, newsletters, correspondence, and other written products of similar nature and scope. 
• Back-up function, as required: Provide back-up to other members of the FNPSS team, including the Senior Project Officer and Program Assistant. 
• Travel: Some travel may be required to attend in-person meetings and learning events. 
• Other duties: Other duties as required within similar scope and level. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 
The individual will need to be able to demonstrate the following skills and abilities on an ongoing basis: 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and exemplary level of professionalism; 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; 
• Ability to coordinate several different activities and files at once and to balance multiple competing priorities; 
• Ability to establish and maintain external relationships; 
• Ability to provide advice and make recommendations as a part of a team; 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; 
• Analytical skills, judgement, discretion, integrity, dependability, flexibility, and reliability. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 
The position will require an individual who has: 

1. A University Degree and/or the equivalent experience. 
2. A minimum of 1- year coordinating activities, projects, or events. 
3. An understanding of First Nations history and culture and experience working with BC First Nations communities specifically. 
4. A valid Driver’s License. 

HOURS AND LOCATION OF WORK 
Full time hours (35 hours weekly). The First Nation Summit's office is in West Vancouver, BC, and will be your primary work location. However, the successful individual will also be expected to work remotely and periodically attend meetings and events at other locations. 

While basic office equipment will be supplied for remote work (e.g. laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, webcam, notebooks, pens, etc.), the individual will be expected to have adequate Internet capabilities 
to conduct work over platforms such as Zoom, MS Teams, and be responsible for maintaining this, as well as providing their own basic workspace set-up (e.g. desk, chair, quiet/heated space, etc.). 
Depending on specific needs and circumstances, the employer may be able to support some of the items listed above, but this is not guaranteed. 
Travel and overtime may be required based on organizational needs. 

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 
All FNPSS employees will comply with FNPSS policies and procedures, which unless otherwise established with approval from the FNS Executive Director, are the same as those of the FNS. 

SALARY 
The salary range for this position is $67,601 – $72,835 annually. The starting salary for this opportunity is $67,601 (Step 1 of the salary range). 

How to Apply :
This posting will be open for TWO weeks only; shortlisted candidates will be contacted immediately following the deadline date of   September 7, 2026.

Please submit your CV, cover letter explaining why you’re suitable for this position and 2 professional referencesto  r View email address on civicjobs.ca .

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.