ABOUT THE PROSPECT

The Executive Director is a senior leadership position and Officer of Fort Nelson First Nation (FNFN), responsible for the effective administration and overall operation of the Nation in alignment with the vision, values, strategic direction, and priorities established by Chief and Council. The Executive Director plays an important role in supporting the continued development of a strong, healthy, proud, and self-reliant Nation for its Members and community.

Working closely with Chief and Council, the Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership across the organization and directly supports work that contributes to the development of the Nation and its governance structures. The position oversees department directors, ensuring departmental plans, goals, and operations align with FNFN’s broader strategic direction and Comprehensive Community Plan. The Executive Director is responsible for the ongoing success and improvement of organizational operations, including strategic planning and implementation, organizational processes, financial stewardship, risk management, and organizational performance.

The Executive Director provides leadership in ensuring the organization meets its legal, regulatory, policy, financial, and reporting obligations. The position promotes effective communication, transparency, and accountability across the organization and builds and maintains strong relationships with Chief and Council, Members, staff, government, community, industry, partners, funders, and other stakeholders, representing FNFN as authorized by Chief and Council.

Success in this role requires strong First Nations governance knowledge, sound financial and operational leadership, strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to build trust and effective relationships while navigating complex organizational and community priorities.



The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to community engagement by actively participating in events, workshops, celebrations, and other activities that foster Member participation, strengthen relationships, and support a strong sense of community.

WHAT YOU BRING

Knowledge & Experience

- Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience in a mid- to senior-level leadership role.
- Experience working in a First Nations government or public administration environment.
- Experience in strategic planning and execution, organizational management, financial management, change management, and risk management.
- Experience developing and managing budgets for a large organization.
- Knowledge of First Nation’s Financial Administration Law.
- Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation applicable to government organizations and of applicable legislation governing First Nations operations.

Skills & Abilities

- Strong strategic, analytical, financial, and organizational skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess risks, and develop effective solutions.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to mentor, develop, motivate, and build effective teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to a variety of audiences.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively and diplomatically with Council, employees,



community members, government, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to develop, implement, and monitor budgets, financial plans, and third-party funding.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, changing needs, and time-sensitive matters while maintaining sound judgment and a calm, professional approach.

Other (required)

- High level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professionalism.
- Willingness to actively engage in community events, workshops, celebrations, and other activities that encourage Member participation and strengthen relationships within the community.
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence and satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.
- Satisfactory completion of a Police Information Check.

Optional/Assets

- Degree in Governance, Administration, Business Management, First Nations Governance, or a related field.
- Additional experience in First Nations governance, public administration, or working with Indigenous organizations.

WORK SETTING

The regular work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 35 hours per week. A flexible schedule is required to meet time-sensitive deadlines, attend to urgent matters, and work outside regular office hours when necessary. Work is primarily office-based, with occasional evening meetings, public presentations, and travel as required. The position works with all levels of the organization, government, and the public. Work-related travel is compensable.

Pay: From $84.30 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

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