Community Engagement & Social Performance Specialist Indigenous Communities | |
| Job ID | 8D-67-AB-8F-02-4A |
| Company | Hatch |
| Location | Regina |
| Province | Saskatchewan |
| Date Posted | 2024-01-16 |
| Posted Until | 2024-07-14 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Miscellaneous |
| Description | |
| Hatch is currently seeking to recruit a Senior Specialist, Community Engagement and Social Performance to act as the primary liaison for Hatch with Indigenous communities in Saskatchewan, and foster Indigenous engagement, investments, and partnership opportunities on behalf of Hatch. You will be an integral part of a Hatch's business in Saskatchewan, and also be responsible to provide advice, guidance and generate deliverables for clients with respect to their Indigenous engagement and social performance needs. In this role, you will: Engage with Indigenous communities on behalf of Hatch and identify partnership opportunities collaboratively Act as the primary liaison for Hatch with Indigenous communities and coordinate between Hatch project teams and senior leaders and the respective community leadership Build strong working relationships with Hatch teams to provide expert advice for better understanding of Indigenous history, culture, opportunities, and concerns to influence and promote inclusivity of and partnerships with Indigenous communities. Work closely with Hatch legal/commercial in early phases when agreements are discussed; contract negotiation and business acumen are key Update and expand on current Indigenous Engagement Plan, with regular reporting and reviews at key milestones Work with Saskatoon and Regina Office Operations Managers on internal Indigenous relations and awareness initiatives for all Saskatchewan offices Support the development and implementation of internal processes for collection and reporting of Indigenous-related data Conduct research on industry and global developments in Indigenous Relations as needed Deliver Indigenous engagement and community engagement planning and management services, ensuring that a full complement are embedded (e.g., impact assessment and management, agreement making, community engagement and consultation, human rights assessment, local employment and procurement, place-based planning, and social investments) Assist infrastructure, mining, and energy companies as they deliver upon their UNDRIP and FPIC commitments and develop plans to meet industry best practice Engage directly with clients on their social performance challenges, providing creative solutions Develop proposals and bids and support the implementation of pursuits Skills and Qualifications: - Degree in anthropology, social sciences, communications, law, public policy, sustainability, environmental science, planning or a related field; advanced degree preferred - 15+ years' experience across the project life cycle on major projects ideally in complex cultural and socio-political environments with Indigenous engagement - Significant understanding and awareness of Indigenous communities, their unique histories and culture and appropriate protocols and procedures to engagement - Knowledge of the evolving political and regulatory landscape in Saskatchewan - Extensive knowledge of concepts related to Indigenous history, anti-racism, UNDRIP, Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) and Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action - Expertise in technical planning, program design and execution - Experience in negotiating similar agreements (IBAs, MOUs, etc.) and executing the programs under these agreements is a significant asset - Hatch seeks to build complementary skills across the team, demonstrating comprehensive practical and advisory experience. Applicants will need to demonstrate their practical experience in the following areas: - Indigenous relations, community and stakeholder mapping and engagement and conflict resolution - International Association for Public Participation certification is an asset - Socioeconomic assessments and reporting - Community development and social investment - Participative engagement, co-creation and co-design experience - Monitoring and evaluating social value metrics and reporting - Program and project management - Place-based, regional, and economic development - Robust understanding of emerging Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations and deep practical experience applying international performance standards including the IFC Performance Standards and other development finance and project financier, and client requirements preferred, but not essential - Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills - A willingness to proactively meet client needs - Creative and approachable with a willingness to recommend innovative solutions - Willingness for both domestic and international travel, as required - Effective, open communication and presentation style with the ability to plan and deliver best in class, high quality deliverables Preferred: "Go-getter" attitude, optimistic and resilient, ability to be flexible, learn and perform challenging tasks outside area of skills and experience Core Competencies: Consultative, entrepreneurial, relationship builder, networker, collaborator Why join us? Work with great people to make a difference Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions Top employer What we offer you? Flexible work environment Long term career development Think globally, work locally Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation. | |
| Languages | English |
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