Who We Are

The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples represents the interests of Métis, status and Non-status Indians, and Southern Inuit Indigenous People living off-reserve in Canada. CAP is one of five National Indigenous Representative Organizations recognized by the Government of Canada.

What We Stand For

Our vision is that all Indigenous peoples in Canada will experience the highest quality of life, founded on highest quality of life, founded on the rebuilding of our Nations. All Indigenous citizens will rightfully be treated with respect, dignity, integrity, and equality.

CAP works collectively with its ten provincial and territorial affiliate organizations across Canada to promote and advance the common interests, collective and individual rights, and needs of its constituents. Our mandate is to improve the socio-economic conditions of off-reserve status and non-status Indians, Métis and Southern Inuit living in urban or rural areas. CAP holds meetings with members of the government to find practical ways to improve federal programs, policies and services for off-reserve Indigenous Peoples.

If you want to take an active role in Indigenous rights advocacy, we want to hear from you!

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Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of Government Relations, The Manager of Engagement will be responsible for the establishment of beneficial and productive relationships with external organizations. The successful candidate will assign and conduct research and undertake relevant studies.

The objective of this position is to enable and enhance CAP's organizational capacity to respond to Indigenous labour market priorities, programming, and provide support for policy related activities that underscore the strategic priorities of CAP's communities and Employment & Social Development Canada (ESDC) on existing labour market programming.

As a promoter of CAP and community interests, key elements of this individual's employment may include the assessment of operational issues regarding Indigenous profit and non-profit spaces, the ability to stay current in trends and innovation that impact our interests, and the review of these materials with regards to determining the benefits of establishing partnership arrangements.

What We Are Looking For

• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Organization
• Problem Solving
• Results Orientation
• Time Management

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and coordination of policy related to social development and networks that support and progress the objectives of the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples;
• Lead and coordinate engagements related to ESDC programs and policy as it connects to CAP's Strategic policy direction.
• Take appropriate actions to increase the visibility and stature of the organization promoting the mission and values of the organization both internally and externally;
• Establish subject expert working groups on future Indigenous labour market programming;
• Establish and maintain a partnership evaluation protocols that ensures that potential partner organizations are responsive, managed openly and effectively and work with similar or complimentary objectives;
• Plan, develop and execute strategic partnership plans;
• Represent CAP's priorities and perspectives when dealing with external stakeholders;
• Remain current with local, regional and global media;
• Review research, feasibility studies and business plans to develop strategies for the improvement, development programs and partnerships;
• Support the promotion and understanding of Indigenous communities;
• Identify gaps and challenges associated with current policy and develop a strategy to promote awareness;
• Stay current with external and internal developments in the environment for identifying new market segments;
• Participate in ESDC related engagements and program reviews;
• Provide regular reports to the senior management; and
• Perform other duties as required.

You'll Need to Have

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in policy, engagement, community development, marketing, aboriginal studies, or a related field;
• Five to seven years' experience in policy and/or partnership development;
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships both internally and externally;
• Ability to create, and assess feasibility studies;
• Strong analytical and research skills;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills;
• Excellent organizational, strategic, planning and implementing skills;
• Ability to process vague, abstract verbal and written instructions;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Understanding of the industry and area of service;
• Able to meet deadlines under stress and interruptions;
• Confident with decision making in regard to determining project guidelines, purpose, following through and completion;
• Understanding of financial reports including budgetary guidelines and project expenditures;
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe products and e-mail required;
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts;
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy;
• High level of integrity, confidentially, and accountability;
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude;
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills; and
• Ability to communicate effectively in both official languages is an asset.

Our Working Conditions

• Hybrid working would normally be performed from the CAP National Office based in Ottawa.
• Occasional weekend and evening work
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals;
• Full-time fixed position. Continued staffing of this position is subject to annual priorities and confirmation of funding from the federal government
• Salary commensurate with experience

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we also provide a generous benefits plan, including health, medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, Employee and Family Assistance Program and Mental Health Coaching. Furthermore, we offer a generous paid time off package, and our staff enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements.

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible environment. If you have been contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise, and we will work with you.

Priorities will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates, and applicants are asked to self-identify on their cover letter.

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

We thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes, but only selected candidates will be contacted.