Job Description

Manager of Gwich'in Services

Gwich'in Tribal Council (GTC)

A rewarding opportunity exists for you as Manager of Gwich'in Services with a progressive Indigenous corporation that is working to reclaim its inherent right to Self-Governance. Take the next step in your career and enjoy small town living, with one of the best landscapes North of 60. This is an exciting leadership and hands-on role that combines your passion in working directly with Gwich'in participants and a wide range of stakeholder groups across the Gwich'in Settlement Region.

Established in 1992, the Gwich'in Tribal Council (GTC) is an Indigenous organization that represents Gwich'in Participants from the Mackenzie-Delta region of the Northwest Territories. Its vision is to be a culturally vibrant and independent Nation that is environmentally responsible and socially and economically self-reliant. Its mission is to protect and advance Gwich'in interests through quality work, collaborative approaches, and good governance to improve the lives of its residents while preserving the language and culture of the Gwich'in. GTC employs about 35 people.

Based in Inuvik, Northwest Territories, the Manager of Gwich'in Services, is responsible for leading and overseeing the delivery of programs and services for Gwich'in Participants in accordance with the Gwich'in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement.

• Administers all program funds and operational budgets under the Gwich'in Services Department in accordance with the Gwich'in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement, relevant legislation, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures accountability to a number of diverse partners for effective expenditure of funds, achievements, and reporting of activities by Gwich'in Services.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and direction on programming to ensure that programs are being fully promoted, utilized, and maintained in a manner that meets the needs of the Participants of the Gwich'in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement.

As the ideal candidate, you bring a minimum of five (5) years of related experience in a managerial role or an equivalent mix of relevant qualifications. You will have knowledge of the overall GTC's mandate, goals and objectives and the political and social environment in which the GTC programs and services are offered. Additionally, you will have good understanding and working knowledge of the Gwich'in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement and the ability to analyze and interpret legislation, policies, and procedures.

Preference will be given to candidates who are Participants of the Gwich'in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement.

If this opportunity interests you, please respond by providing your cover letter and resume to

Apply on the GTC website at www.gwichintribal.ca no later than September 30, 2022.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with.