EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

JOB POSTING

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Executive Director will manage the development, implementation and maintenance of Lake Babine Nation (“LBN”) Services operational policies, practices and principles that provide for competent governance, accountability, effectiveness, transparency and efficiency; implement organizational vision; provide direction and support to the political & administration office.

 

The Executive Director will work out of the Woyenne Office located in Burns Lake, BC., about 222 km west of Prince George on Highway 16. Population: 3,600.

 

Qualifications:

• Graduation with professional degree from a recognized university in Business, Human Resources or Finance preferred; Specialization that has been obtained through an exceptional combination of training, education and / or experience may be considered.
• Experience of strategic leadership/senior management of not-for-profit organization or corporation;
• Extensive experience with financial and human resources management; demonstrate knowledge & experience in leading First Nation Political or Advocacy organization would be an asset.
• Background and knowledge base of issues facings First Nations in Economic Development;
• Problem-solving, decision-making, financial and policy analysis; leadership role modeling/mentoring to encourage optimum performance by staff;
• Superior written / oral communication/negotiation/ presentation skills to represent LBN dealings with multi-levels of government and various stakeholders;
• Understanding of LBN History and mandate, aboriginal rights, challenges, opportunities and political processes pertaining to First Nations;

 

Procedures:

1. A cover letter, please indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
2. Recent resume showing that you meet the basic Qualifications.
3. A photocopy of your Degree, Certification.
4. Three (3) Reference Letters

Compensation is generous and depends on experience, education and a desire to live and work in Burns Lake.  Benefits include Pension Plan, Medical & Dental.  Pending qualifications flexibility and negotiations for professional development and other benenfits will be considered.

 

SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS TO:

Beatrice MacDonald

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Lake Babine Nation, P.O. Box 879, Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0

 

Email: [email protected]

 

DEADLINE: January 4, 2013

 

Only those short listed will be contacted.