Officer, First Nations Self-Determination Office

Assemblée des Premières Nations Québec-Labrador (APNQL)

Job description

Reporting to the AFNQL Secretariat, the incumbent acts as the central strategic
resource for the Office of First Nations Self-Determination. They are responsible for
coordinating the Office, structuring its collaborative mechanisms, mobilizing
relevant expertise, and translating the Office’s orientations into concrete actions.
The person sought will be mandated to support the implementation of the Office,
develop targeted tools, document existing practices and promote knowledge
sharing between First Nations, regional commissions and specialized partners, as
needed.

Required experience and qualifications

University training in a relevant field, for example in public administration, law,
political science, territorial development, governance, or any other related
discipline
Significant experience in project coordination, consultation, partner
mobilization, or the development of strategic tools
Knowledge of the political, legal, territorial, economic, and institutional issues
affecting First Nations
Experience working with First Nations organizations or governments is a
significant asset
Excellent writing, analytical, synthesis and popularization skills
Ability to work with tact, rigor, autonomy and respect for First Nations processes
Collaborative leadership and political acumen
Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills
Skills in consultation, facilitation and network mobilization
Rigour in documentation, analysis and production of deliverables
Ability to translate strategic directions into concrete actions
Respect for the autonomy, knowledge, priorities and protocols of First Nations
Fluency in spoken and written French; knowledge of English or a First Nations
language is an asset