Advisor, Indigenous Relations

Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: Hybrid
Education Level: 4 year university degree in a related field such as Social Sciences. 
Base Location: Courtice, ON
Shifts(s): Days
Travel: 10%
Deadline to Apply:  July 24, 2025
Salary Range: $1,704.68 – $2,924.93 per Week
 
Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. 

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. 

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job. 

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Advisor, Indigenous Relations.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Indigenous Relations, this position is responsible for implementing the Indigenous Relations Program involving the identification of needs, development of specific initiatives and coordination of activities within Ontario Power Generation (OPG). 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  

• Develop and recommend policies and programs for Indigenous Relations (IR) within Ontario Power Generation (OPG). This involves identification of needs, development of specific initiatives, and coordination of activities within the company, monitor and evaluate effectiveness.
• Oversee the delivery of the Indigenous Relations Program. Provide input into the preparation of the annual program report for submission to the Board of Directors.
• Represent the Indigenous Relations function on interdisciplinary OPG project teams requiring coordination of work effort and influencing internal stakeholders to arrive at a consensus on complex and controversial issues.
• Contact various government departments and agencies, communities and aboriginal leaders to discuss programs affecting communities, and as necessary, develop diplomatic arguments and creative approaches that ensure outcomes that are supportive of OPG's corporate objectives.
• Develop and deliver seminars and workshops, within OPG that educate staff on Indigenous Rights and create an awareness of the Ontario Power Generation Indigenous Relations Programs.
• Maintain effective relationships with Indigenous Nations and communities to provide advice and guidance when required.
• Maintain effective relationships with stakeholders within OPG (Nuclear, Renewable Generation and New Business Ventures), to support the implementation of the Indigenous Relations program, support community relationships between OPG stakeholder groups.
• Lead the implementation of agreements and internal programs, providing advice and guidance on duty to consult procedures, while also identifying, leading, and participating in benchmarking initiatives with external organizations, and presenting benchmarking results to the Director.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Completion of a 4-year university degree in a related field such as Social Sciences.
• 6+ years of professional experience as an Indigenous Relations Advisor, or a combination of lived Indigenous experience with 6+ years of relevant experience in areas such as community engagement, consultation, policy development, or program delivery involving Indigenous communities.
• Experience providing consultation and guidance to divisional or project management teams in specialized areas, with the ability to oversee and control complex programs.
• Experience in public participation, community research, or related fields, including defining project scope and supervising the preparation of materials for publication, documentation, testimony, public meetings, debates, or other program activities.
• Strong communication skills, with experience developing and presenting communications to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing and assessing findings based on research results, current trends, and public opinion, with a developing understanding of provincial, business, political, Indigenous, and community contexts.
• Familiarity with corporate structures and operations, including knowledge of organizational responsibilities, divisional functions, stakeholder contacts, program planning, development, and organization, as well as corporate policies and objectives.
• Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel) etc; additional technical skills an asset.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact AODA@opg.com. 

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.  

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history. 

Please submit your application online at jobs.opg.com.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

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The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.