Indigenous Relations Liaison Northern Ontario

Support Valard’s Indigenous engagement across Northern Ontario by building trusted relationships and coordinating community communications, participation, and procurement activities. Frequent travel includes remote Indigenous communities.As Indigenous Relations Liaison, you will support the Northeast Powerline and Northshore Link projects. Reporting to the Vice President, Indigenous Partnerships and Commercial Strategy, you will work within the project team. Your responsibilities include relationship building, cultural competency, environmental stewardship, workforce participation, and Indigenous procurement.Key Responsibilities:
Build respectful relationships with communities, leadership, and stakeholdersCoordinate communications, notifications, updates, and construction progress noticesTrack hiring, workforce hours, spending, and procurementSupport engagement plans and Indigenous participation targetsCoordinate community events, open houses, and career fairsRequirements:
Five years of related Indigenous relations or community engagement experienceUnderstanding of Indigenous cultural considerations, protocols, and trust-buildingPost-secondary education or equivalent experienceProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Power BIAbility to work independently with project teamsBring relationship building, cultural awareness, and project coordination skills to Valard’s Indigenous partnerships across Northern Ontario.
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