Indigenous Relations (IR), Engagement Lead

Determined. Imaginative. Curious. If these are some of the ways you describe yourself — we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are Energy Problem Solvers — passionate about transitioning North America to cleaner energy while meeting the energy demands of today and tomorrow. If that sounds like a challenge you want to help tackle, we want you to join our team! The Opportunity Are you passionate about fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities? TC Energy is seeking an experienced Indigenous Relations (IR) Engagement Lead to join our dynamic team in Prince George, BC!

Reporting to the Team Lead, Indigenous Relations (BC), you will lead engagement initiatives with Indigenous groups and be accountable for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships in Northcentral British Columbia
You will be part of our externally facing team focused on building and maintaining strong relationships with Indigenous communities while delivering on TC Energy’s business objectives. You will work collaboratively across different business units and all leadership levels within the company Effective Indigenous participation and engagement is a key component of TC Energy's approach to Indigenous Relations. This is a critical role in supporting our IR strategies and initiatives and will require significant travel to remote locations within Northcentral BC What you’ll do

• Lead and manage relationships with Indigenous groups, fostering support for TC Energy and its projects and operations through early and honest communication
• Lead the implementation of project engagement plans and contribute to the development and refinement of project execution plans in alignment with the Company’s IR Policy and Strategy
• Provide issues management support and problem-solving within the team and across the business to ensure priorities are achieved and issues are escalated and addressed in a timely and effective manner
• Provide strategic support and guidance to the team and other internal groups to ensure the needs, interests, and priorities of Indigenous communities are understood and considered in TC Energy projects and operations
• Represent the company in both Indigenous communities and public settings in a professional and skillful manner
• Collaborate with IR team members and business units to prioritize and manage business objectives, opportunities, and risks
• Ensure consistent, timely communication and engagement internally and externally while driving deliverables and team performance
• Participate in negotiations and senior-level discussions with Indigenous communities

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary education is required, a bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in Indigenous Relations, Environment, Archaeology, Anthropology, Law, Community Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Land, or Government Relations
• Knowledge of federal and provincial regulatory processes and consultation guidelines, particularly those related to the energy industry in Canada
• Experience engaging with Indigenous groups and working with representatives and community members to resolve complex and often contentious issues
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience developing strategic relationships and partnerships

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in the energy industry
• Direct experience and in-depth knowledge of Indigenous Relations issues, concerns and approaches to create opportunities for mutual benefit
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively present to a variety of audiences
• High energy, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a dynamic and diverse team environment
• Flexible and able to adapt to a fluid travel schedule
• Strong business acumen within the energy industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong respectful relationships with a variety of groups, from the grassroots to senior levels, both internally and externally
• Ability to be a team player and work independently to achieve project-driven deliverables in a continuously evolving context
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the ability to find creative solutions to complex problems
• Experienced in using CRM computer software

This position requires candidates to:

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
• Travel within Canada as required by the business

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid Relocation Eligibility: This position is not eligible for our domestic relocation program About our business TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have three complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines, liquids (oil) pipelines, and power generation. Our operations span three countries, seven Canadian provinces, and 34 U.S. states
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• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
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