Job Description

23rd June, 2025

Lead - Crown and Industry Consultation

Location:

Northwest Territories (NWT) - Yellowknife

Position Type and Work Format:

Full-Time, Indeterminate. Work will take place in-person at NSMA office location with occasional field work. Possibility of remote work while relocating to Yellowknife.

Hours of Work:

Regular office hours are Monday to Friday at 7.5 hours/day (37.5 hours/week). Field work hours may vary. May be required to work occasional overtime, evenings, and weekends

Remuneration and Benefits:

$45-52/hour (commensurate with experience) following successful completion of a 6-month probation period at 90% of the full pay rate. Travel benefit of $3699.80/year added to annual salary. 2 weeks paid vacation in year 1 followed by 3 weeks paid vacation in Year 2. Pension, health, and dental plan (Northern Employee Benefits Service). Access to paid training and professional development. Field gear including winter clothing.

Position Summary:

The North Slave Metis Alliance is seeking a skilled and committed professional to serve as the

Lead - Crown and Industry Consultation

, a critical role responsible for advancing our Metis rights and interests in the Northwest Territories. This position will focus on high-level relationship building, consultation coordination, and policy negotiation across Crown governments, proponents, and industry partners.

The successful candidate will work closely with NSMA's Leadership, legal counsel, Environment Department, and Lands & Culture Department to

negotiate Impact Benefit Agreements (IBAs), Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and other engagement and relationship frameworks

related to major mining, infrastructure, and other land-use projects. The position also supports regulatory proceedings and contributes to strategic direction in advancing NSMA's rights, economic opportunities, and self-determination.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead consultations with Crown governments (federal and territorial) and industry proponents in accordance with the Duty to Consult, Section 35 of the Constitution Act and NSMA's consultation polices. Act as a co-negotiator along with NSMA's leadership and staff for IBAs, MOUs, and participation agreements for mining, remediation, energy, and infrastructure projects in NSMA's Traditional Territory. Liaise with legal counsel to prepare for negotiations and ensure that agreements protect and promote Metis rights, environmental stewardship, and community benefits. Represent NSMA at federal and territorial working groups, technical advisory committees, and multi-party tables related to mining, remediation, and resource development. Advocate for the inclusion of North Slave Metis voices, interests, and knowledge systems in policy development and project design. Provide strategic guidance to NSMA Leadership on rights-based engagement strategies, land and resource policies, and consultation positions. Work closely with the Environmental Analyst to monitor and respond to land use permit applications, water licenses, project proposals, and Environmental Assessment (EA) processes. Contribute to internal decision-making frameworks for assessing consultation adequacy and community positions. Identify and facilitate opportunities for economic participation in projects (including contracting, training, employment, and Joint Venture partnerships). Work alongside Environmental Manager for NSMA's business development goals aligned with community values. Contribute to funding proposals, partnership frameworks, and long-term industry relationship strategies. Prepare briefing notes, negotiation updates for NSMA Leadership and community members. Coordinate community engagement sessions, workshops, and knowledge sharing meetings to inform negotiation positions and regulatory submissions. Support the integration of Traditional Knowledge and Metis worldviews into consultation responses and agreements

Qualifications:

Degree in Indigenous Studies, Law, Environmental Policy, Political Science, Resource Management, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree is strongly preferred. 5 years of experience in Indigenous consultation, negotiation, project management, regulatory processes, or intergovernmental relations. Experience working with Indigenous communities, preferably in northern governance contexts Demonstrated knowledge in negotiating IBAs, MOUs, or similar agreements with government and/or industry. Political sensitivity and cultural competency when working in Metis or Indigenous contexts. Strong communication, facilitation, and report-writing skills. Proven experience in budget planning, financial tracking, and reporting for regulatory or environmental projects. Familiarity with the Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act (MVRMA) and other relevant regulatory frameworks

Asset Qualifications:

Experience supporting or leading the development of Indigenous economic development strategies and partnerships with technical consulting firms. Direct experience working with or negotiating business partnerships, joint ventures with industry partners, especially within the mining, remediation, or resource extraction sectors.

Application Instructions:

Please apply by emailing a resume and cover letter to and jessica.smart@nsma.net with the subject "

Lead - Crown and Industry Consultation

" before July 20th, 2024.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $87,000.00-$102,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus pay Overtime pay
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-20