ABOUT WESTHAVEN DUNDEE JOINT VENTURE

Westhaven Dundee Joint Venture (“Westhaven Dundee JV”) is a mineral exploration and development partnership between Westhaven Gold Corp. and Dundee Corporation, focused on advancing gold and silver projects within Nlaka’pamux Territory.

Our team brings decades of experience in the responsible discovery, development, and operation of mineral projects across Canada and internationally. We believe that strong relationships with Indigenous Nations and local communities are essential to responsible exploration and the successful advancement of projects toward development.

As our projects continue to grow, we're building a team that reflects the ambition of our work. We're looking for motivated, hardworking, and collaborative people who are eager to grow their careers while helping shape the next chapter of the Shovelnose Project.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Westhaven Dundee JV is seeking a Manager of Community Relations to play a key leadership role in guiding the organization’s engagement, partnerships, and initiatives within nłeʔképmx Territory and with its communities. This position ensures that the voices, perspectives, and rights of the nłeʔképmx are at the centre of all work taking place in their Territory.

As a locally based nłeʔképmx Leader, the Manager brings deep knowledge of the Nation, nłeʔképmx culture and values, and the communities’ priorities. The role is responsible for building strong relationships with partners, advising the company’s senior leadership on nłeʔképmx communities and nłeʔképmx Nation-specific matters, and helping shape programs and policies that support community wellbeing.

This is a culturally grounded, community-first leadership role that recognizes lived experience, local insight, and nłeʔképmx ways of knowing as core strengths.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Connection & Relationship Building

- Build and maintain meaningful, trust-based relationships with nłeʔképmx communities, Elders, Knowledge Holders, organizations, and governments (local and provincial).
- Act as a key liaison between the company and nłeʔképmx communities, ensuring open and clear communication and mutual understanding.

Strategic Advice & Cultural Guidance
- Provide advice to Westhaven Dundee JV leadership and staff on nłeʔképmx priorities, protocols, and worldviews.
- Ensure nłeʔképmx perspectives are integrated into programs, services, and decision-making.
- Lead the Cultural Training for all company staff, including Westhaven Dundee JV Board of Directors, and act as an advisor to the Executive and Board in this regard.





Program Support & Policy Input
- Work with the internal team to ensure that programs and employees are respectful and responsive to local needs.
- Support the co-development of initiatives with the community and nłeʔképmx partners.

Representation & Advocacy
- Represent the company in meetings, forums, and events across nłeʔképmx Territory, British Columbia, and nationally.
- Advocate for approaches that uphold nłeʔképmx rights and title, and community-led development.

Supervising

- This role will supervise the Community Engagement Liaisons.
- Oversee the Engagement Record and Issues Tracker.

Capacity Building & Mentorship
- Contribute to building nłeʔképmx leadership capacity within the company.
- Mentor employees and help foster cultural safety within the workplace.

Specific Responsibilities and Tasks

Community Level

- Organize community outreach programs and assist in promoting and coordinating meetings in nłeʔképmx communities.
- Assist with the drafting and distribution of communications to nłeʔképmx communities.
- Attend relevant events and activities to represent the company and build solid relationships with community members, Elders, and Knowledge Holders.
- Respond to inquiries from community members and other parties, and work with other company team members to ensure that information is provided to address inquiries.
- Assist with social media content.
- Maintain community event tracker and plan for company participation where appropriate.
- Track, create, and manage training opportunities for nłeʔképmx staff members and broader staff.

Government and Province Level

- Assist with the development and delivery of government affairs strategies to promote the company’s goals and objectives.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory activities at the local, regional, and provincial levels.
- Build and maintain relationships with nłeʔképmx Leadership.
- Attend and participate in nłeʔképmx community meetings, including Chief and Council meetings, General Band meetings, and community engagement events with the Company.
- Build and maintain relationships with government officials, policymakers, and other key influencers.
- Represent the Company at meetings, conferences, and other relevant events.




- Collaborate with internal team members to analyze the impact of proposed regulations and legislation on the company and assist with the development of appropriate responses and action plans.
- Assist with the preparation and delivery of presentations, reports, and other materials.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

- Preference to nłeʔképmx Nation members and those with connections to the Nation
- Deep understanding of nłeʔképmx culture, language, and communities
- At least two years of experience in public relations or a related field
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- A working knowledge of computer skills with spreadsheets, presentations, and documents
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to manage sensitive subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism
- Strong knowledge of government processes, legislative and regulatory frameworks is an asset
- Ability to travel as needed for meetings, conferences, and other relevant events, including a Class 5 Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain it within 6 months

BENEFITS

Westhaven Dundee JV offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a collaborative team committed to responsible mineral exploration and development, and building meaningful relationships with local communities.

For nłeʔképmx Nation members or those with connections to the Nation, Westhaven Dundee JV will provide 3 paid and 2 unpaid cultural days per year as well as flexibility to participate in nɬeʔkepmxcín classes during the workday.

WHY JOIN WESTHAVEN DUNDEE JV?

At Westhaven Dundee JV, relationships matter. We are committed to working collaboratively with nłeʔképmx communities through open communication, respect, and shared opportunities.

As the Community Engagement Liaison, you will play an important role in helping build lasting relationships while supporting community participation, employment opportunities, and meaningful engagement.

If you are passionate about your community and enjoy connecting with people, we encourage you to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories where our projects are located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Community Relations Manager (Merritt)
🏢 Westhaven Gold
📍 Merritt