INDIGENOUS ENGAGEMENT OFFICER - Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

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Indigenous Engagement OfficerWinnipeg, ManitobaManitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitobas Top Employers!Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life

and community.

• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely two days per week), depending on nature

of work, operational requirements and work location.Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service andexceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitobas best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation,commitment and customer service.This position will work closely with T&D Environment and Engagement staff and other project staff to develop and implementengagement and communication processes with Indigenous communities and groups, and will provide expert support to thedevelopment of various regulatory submissions for major projects, including preparing and reviewing environmental impactassessments. The Indigenous Engagement Officer will bring a Corporate Indigenous Relations perspective to project teams and willprovide functional support on various initiatives within the Division such as strategies to enhance engagement and Indigenousrelationship management and the coordination of Indigenous engagement processes.Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review and update Indigenous engagement and communication plans as well as communication materials and

technical reports for submission to regulatory agencies to meet regulatory and external Indigenous engagement requirements

• Prepare portions of environmental assessment reports for submission to regulatory agencies, including undertaking valued

component selection, valued component effects assessments and determining relevant mitigation measures to reduceimpacts with consideration of these factors as seen through an Indigenous lens.

• Lead and/or collaborate with and provide expert advice to other Divisions and Business Units in the design and

implementation of engagement/communication initiatives with Indigenous communities and groups.

• Provide advice and assist in and/or lead activities related to engagement events, environmental assessments, and the

regulatory approvals for various major projects as it pertains to Indigenous communities and groups.

• Develop and distribute engagement and communication materials to Indigenous communities and groups for major project

engagement processes.

• Liaise with Indigenous communities and groups through major project engagement processes.
• Maintain/track engagement and communication information in digital databases.
• Conduct research related to best practices in impact assessment and building creative and innovative mechanisms to help

build deeper collaboration, consensus, and find new ways of working together with Indigenous communities.

• Prepare, review and edit briefing materials, reports, correspondence and other materials for internal and external audiences.
• Participate in internal and external multi-disciplinary project teams.

Qualifications:

• A four-year degree from a university of recognized standing in related discipline including Environmental Studies, Social

Sciences, Resource Management, Natural Sciences or related specialty with five years of directly related experience.OR

• A two-year diploma in Natural Resources Management or
• Communications or related discipline from an institute of recognized standing with a minimum of seven years of directly

related experience.MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY Reference Code: CO56648175-01

• Experience with implementing an Indigenous engagement plan as part of an environmental assessment process for major

projects such as transmission or other linear developments.

• Experience with Indigenous engagement and communication processes, including making presentations, facilitating events,

and responding to inquiries.

• Experience in authoring section of an environmental assessment related to biophysical, socioeconomic or engagement topics.
• Knowledge of environmental regulatory processes, particularly those associated with the Manitoba Environment Act, and

other regulatory requirements for project development as they pertain to Indigenous engagement.

• Ability to solve problems and make decisions as part of a project team working with budgetary and schedule constraints.
• Experience working with Indigenous peoples, particularly in Manitoba, is an asset.
• Possess experience building collaborative and joint processes aimed at mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Self-motivated, task oriented individual capable of meeting deadlines, multi-tasking, and managing shifting priorities while

working with a minimum of supervision.

• Available to travel and work in a variety of environments – office, project sites.
• Possess strong computer skills and specifically working knowledge of Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheets,

database and presentation programs.

• Possess and maintain a valid Province of Manitoba Class 5 Motor Vehicle Drivers Licence.

Salary RangeStarting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $39.84-$54.98 Hourly,$76,350.04-$105,352.52 Annually.Apply Now!Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online. The deadline for applications is January 10,2023.We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.This document is available in accessible formats upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodationsduring the recruitment process.Quick Apply

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