Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you\'re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

*Please note that we have positions open for the following location; BC North, BC South, Quebec and the Maritimes, Ontario and Prairies.
The candidate selected for this position can reside anywhere in the province listed

The Manager, Indigenous Relations is responsible for proactively engaging with Indigenous Communities, on their assigned territory, to build mutually respectful relationships. The role gathers information from and for the Senior Managers, Engagement, Indigenous Relations in order to prioritize the communities to engage with and to help the Senior Manager to develop heat maps, strategic approaches, and various national programs. The position facilitates Operations and projects and ensure the CN Indigenous vision and strategy is implemented and followed.

Main Responsibilities

\xc2\xb7 Understand, implement, and live CN\'s Indigenous vision and strategy and approach matters in an enlightened and respectful fashion

\xc2\xb7 Prevent and defuse potential service interruptions to the network by building a strategic and proactive engagement strategy

\xc2\xb7 Implement national programs developed by the Senior Managers

\xc2\xb7 Plan provincial engagement on the designated territory aligned with the global strategy

\xc2\xb7 Engage with Indigenous communities on the designated territory to proactively develop and maintain mutually respectful relationships and identify business opportunities or candidates to help implement the CN vision

\xc2\xb7 Organize site visits with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to help Indigenous leaders and communities understand what the company stands for and potential projects

\xc2\xb7 Liaise with local CN Police to better understand regional potential conflicts

\xc2\xb7 Assist in the negotiation of cost-effective agreements that protect and retain the organization\'s rights

\xc2\xb7 Acts as a trusted advisor to Front Line Supervisors (FLS) and the diversity council on all Indigenous related matters

\xc2\xb7 Understand and apply methods of alternative dispute resolution in dealings between the organization and Indigenous communities

\xc2\xb7 Understand the legal framework related to crown consultation for project development in general and how to best position CN regarding potential delegation of the procedural aspects of such consultation within the designated territory

\xc2\xb7 Understand the overall business plan and the role that Indigenous Relations plays in supporting the strategy and initiatives

\xc2\xb7 Understand the culture, history, nuances, rituals, organizational structures, symbolism and social complexities of Indigenous communities

\xc2\xb7 Understand the physical placement of CN\'s right-of-way network by being familiar with facilities, subdivisions, track profiles and timetables

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday with some shift work and weekends. The incumbent is required to work in hazardous environments when visiting various communities and must employ exceptional focus in stressful situations. The position may be exposed to aggressive, emotion-driven stakeholder encounters and the incumbent is required to maintain a high level of diplomacy, understanding, and knowledge of Indigenous governance and communities. The role requires frequent travel (up to 70%), mostly within the designated territory, with very remote locations, unconventional travel, and accommodations.

Requirements

Experience

Indigenous Relations

\xc2\xb7 Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience

Education/Certification/Designation

\xc2\xb7 Bachelor\'s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, or another related field or extensive experience in Indigenous Engagement and Relations

Competencies

\xc2\xb7 Sets direction and inspires others

\xc2\xb7 Communicates with impact

\xc2\xb7 Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

\xc2\xb7 Applies critical thinking

\xc2\xb7 Solves problems to create value

\xc2\xb7 Demonstrates active listening

\xc2\xb7 Creates a sense of belonging and inclusion

\xc2\xb7 Promotes diversity and equity

\xc2\xb7 Seeks and values all perspectives

\xc2\xb7 Demonstrates agility and drives change

Technical Skills/Knowledge

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of CN Operations and Network, the designated territory, and Indigenous communities

\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of CN railway, structure, marketing and other systems

\xc2\xb7 Fluently bilingual in both written and verbal (English, French)

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada\'s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

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