Indigenous Partnerships Development Specialist

Trusted relationships with Indigenous Nations are central to this Houle specialist role, based at the company's Burnaby head office.Reporting to the Director, Business Development, you will support partnership development and market opportunities within industrial and infrastructure sectors. The position emphasizes Indigenous engagement practices, economic development initiatives, and collaborative participation planning. You will work with consultants, partners, communities, economic development corporations, and Indigenous-owned businesses to identify opportunities.Key Responsibilities:
Maintain meaningful relationships with Nations, communities, and economic corporationsIdentify partnership trends and opportunities supporting business growthCollaborate on Indigenous participation, procurement, and employment strategiesSupport agreement negotiation and collaborative partnership developmentStrengthen partnerships through forums, conferences, and networkingRequirements:
Three or more years in partnership development or related workEducation in Indigenous Studies, communications, or community development preferredUnderstanding of Indigenous partnership models and economic developmentDemonstrated success building trusted, respectful community relationshipsStrong communication, organization, and collaboration skillsBring respectful Indigenous relationship-building and partnership development experience to Houle's community-focused business growth efforts.
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