Indigenous Support and Liaison Advisor; SYSTRA Canada

SYSTRA Canada

https://www.systra.com/canada

Location: Montréal, QC, Canada

Job Type: Full-time

Workspace: Hybrid

Pay: Compensation will be determined based on experience and industry standards.

Job Description

MISSION/MAIN DUTIES

• Serve as a liaison between Indigenous communities and project teams, integrating environmental considerations into railway projects and ensuring culturally appropriate engagement.

• Facilitate consultations, workshops, and transparent communication regarding environmental impacts, respecting Indigenous protocols and perspectives.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of environmental impact mitigation plans tailored to Indigenous contexts.

• Inform and train engineering teams on incorporating Indigenous traditional knowledge and fostering respectful engagement.

• Ensure regulatory compliance and prepare clear reports and recommendations, accurately reflecting the views and expectations of Indigenous communities.

PROFILE/SKILLS

• Education : University degree (Bachelor’s) in Environment, Social Sciences, Indigenous Relations, Project Management, or a relevant field.

• Years of experience : 5 to 10 years experience in a similar role.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Understanding of environmental and regulatory issues in the railway sector in Quebec.

• Experience organizing public or community consultations.

• Proficiency with office and document management software.

• Basic knowledge of Indigenous law and community engagement policies.

• Knowledge of an Indigenous language is an asset.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English.

PERSONAL & SOFT SKILLS

• Excellent intercultural communication skills.

• Strong empathy and active listening ability.

• Ability to negotiate and resolve problems collaboratively.

• High ethical standards, diplomacy, and respect for confidentiality.

• Aptitude for building and maintaining trust-based relationships with stakeholders.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

How To Apply

1. Open the link to the job description: https://www.systra.com/canada/job-offers/indigenous-support-and-liaison-advisor-en-5833

2. Click on "APPLY FOR THE OFFER"