Job Title: Negotiations Associate
Business Area: Indigenous Community Support Services
Employment Status: Permanent-Full Time
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Closing Date: May 26, 2023
Location: North Vancouver (with remote work option)
BACKGROUND:
Established in 2007 by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Inlailawatash is an innovative company that provides a
range of Sustainable Resource and Cultural Support services to a diverse set of clients. As part of the
Cultural Support services to the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Inlailawatash plays a key role in supporting major
project Impact and Benefit Agreement (IBA) negotiations and implementation.
By placing the respect of Indigenous and environmental values as overarching priorities for our business,
Inlailawatash is truly unique. Visit www.inlailawatash.ca for more details.
JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a key member of the negotiation team, the Negotiations Associate will be responsible for:
• Coordinating several major project negotiation files for the Tsleil-Waututh Nation.
• Collaborating with senior leaders, legal advisors, and other third-party consultants on complex negotiation files.
• Contributing to strategic planning and organization of the negotiation process.
• Participating and supporting senior leaders in major project negotiation files and meetings.
• Supporting the organization and administrative requirements of the negotiation team.
• Drafting Briefing Notes and other materials for leadership.
• Presenting materials to Indigenous communities and leadership (Council)
• Supporting and managing the implementation of TWN IBAs and other related Accommodation
Agreements.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Education/Experience
• Post-secondary degree or graduate degree in Indigenous governance/studies, business, legal or a negotiation related discipline is an asset.
• Experience in a related field with some direct experience in negotiations and Indigenous community outreach.
Technical Skills
• Excellent management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, public speaking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work as part of a high performance team.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to generate innovative solutions using insight and creativity to inform strategies and plans.
Personal Attributes
• Demonstrated passion for supporting Indigenous economic reconciliation.
• An innovative and motivational mentality.
• Thrives in a constantly changing environment with the ability to handle a range of tasks and responsibilities.
• Confident and goal oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills and tact in building and maintaining relationships.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Demands
• Significant desk work with extended periods of computer work (virtual and in-person meetings).
• Regular travel to meetings in the Metro Vancouver area.
Mental Focus
• Synthesize complex and diverse information.
• Remain calm, professional, objective, and constructive.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
Environmental Conditions
• Dynamic environment with multiple demands, changing priorities and regular interruptions.
• Involvement with confidential / sensitive information and other issues requiring situational, commercial, and social awareness.
• Engagement with other departments, levels of Crown and First Nation governments.
• Some flexibility in work hours expected.
Apply by emailing your cover letter and resume to admin@inlailawatash.ca before 4:00 pm May 26, 2023.
Applicants of Indigenous ancestry are strongly encouraged to apply. We thank all those that express
interest in the position. Short-listed candidates will be contacted; others will be kept in our database for
future consideration.