Shuswap Nation Tribal Council SECWÉPEMC TREATY PROJECT MANAGER Internal/External Posting The Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, also known as the SNTC, was formed in 1980 as an effort of the Secwépemc chiefs to advance the issues of aboriginal rights. We are looking for a Secwépemc Columbia River Treaty Project Manager to carry out the role as the main point of contact for this file. They will serve as the primary contact for external relations with the governments of Canada and , other and US Tribes in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner.

The Position: The Shuswap Nation Tribal Council is looking for a dynamic individual for the position of Secwépemc Columbia River Treaty Project Manager. The Secwépemc CRT Project Manager will work directly under the supervision of the Governance Director. When requested, the ideal candidate will provide technical support and have the political proficiency to handle the various facets involved within the Treaty engagement and renegotiations.

Relevant Knowledge and Abilities Requirements and Qualifications: • Ability to manage all integral parts of the • A degree in the field of economics, business, Columbia River Treaty team including hydrology, natural resources, biology or similar technical, leadership and support staff field • Understanding of the Columbia Basin, • Two or more years of project management Columbia River Treaty and knowledge of the experience, or equivalent combination of BC Hydro dam and reservoir systems education, training and experience • Coordinate and facilitate community • Experience in the development and engagement sessions within the Secwepemc administration of contracts, budgets and Nation workplans • Demonstrated proficiency at successful • Negotiation experience an asset proposal writing • Experience working with a First Nations • Ability to work independently toward agreed organization upon goals • High proficiency in being able to communicate • Write proficiently and conduct thorough complex issues to a variety of audiences research • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Able to participate in several technical and political working groups • Must be able to work flexible hours and able to travel (largely within Canada but at times to the • Submit monthly written reports United States) is a must • Perform all other duties as needed. • Valid class 5 driver’s licence.

In accordance with the SNTC Human Resource Policy, the first priority will be to hire qualified persons of Secwepemc ancestry. Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry

If you are interested in a career like this with a great organization, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references (saved as one Word document) referencing Governance Department in the email subject line, by email to [email protected] by March 6, 2020. The Shuswap Nation Tribal Council thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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