Indigenous Affairs Manager

<p><b>Indigenous Affairs Manager</b><br />
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The Indigenous Affairs Manager position offers the chance to join the management support team at SLB Canada, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Come and be part of one of the world&
39;s most diverse and inclusive groups of industry experts. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. We set the bar high, so, we&
39;re looking for talented, driven people committed to innovation and success.<br />
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The position reports to the Canada Land Managing Director and is accountable for:</p>

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<li>Developing the Indigenous strategy to support growth in hiring, supplier diversity, business opportunities, and community relationships.</li>
<li>Leading the CCAB PAR Phase 3 application process, advising how to enhance key areas for submission.</li>
<li>Strengthening relationships between SLB and First Nations communities, with a focus on the areas we work.</li>
<li>Building the opportunity pipeline to identify First Nations communities to partner with for revenue share agreements. Facilitate revenue growth for Indigenous partnerships with SLB.</li>
<li>Identifying opportunities to increase spend with Indigenous suppliers (current and new), with competitive pricing.</li>
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We value people, Technology and Performance because together we deliver outstanding results to build a sustainable future. We&
39;ll give you a platform to develop both professionally and personally, supported by our community of colleagues, co-workers, and our valued external partners. It&
39;s a deep collaboration that enables us all to achieve our goals. For more information about SLB please visit company website .<br />
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<b>Job Responsibilities</b></p>

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<li>Collaborate with business line management, sales, supply chain, and HR to understand opportunities to enable opportunities with Indigenous organizations.</li>
<li>Understand company products and services.</li>
<li>Understand competitor partnerships that may be conflict of interest with First Nations communities of interest.</li>
<li>Liaise with business partner Indigenous Relations to understand key Indigenous communities where they operate.</li>
<li>Establish connections with First Nations communities to identify best fits to align with Indigenous growth strategy.</li>
<li>Identify new business opportunities - new markets, new partnerships, new ways to reach existing markets, for the service/product/business.</li>
<li>Promote value proposition and business offerings internally and externally.</li>
<li>Lead the development of proposal strategies.</li>
<li>Coordinate the technical, operational, commercial and legal risk mitigation / support / reviews for all proposals.</li>
<li>Lead proposal management reviews to obtain alignment and approval before proposal submission.</li>
<li>Participate in negotiations, as needed.</li>
<li>Ensure proper handover of approved opportunities to internal stakeholders.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain good relationships within Indigenous communities.</li>
<li>Develop plan to increase Indigenous cultural events internally in the key areas we work (Calgary, Edmonton, Clairmont, Fort St John).</li>
<li>Support internal groups to assess their current sustainability performance and identify and prioritize key sustainability initiatives.</li>
<li>Support internal groups to formulate action plans with defined objectives, targets and responsibilities to support agreed upon sustainability strategies.</li>
<li>Serve as the point of contact for any and all interfaces with key stakeholders across our value chain and in the communities where we operate on the subject of sustainability.</li>
<li>Promote a culture of sustainability through championing communications, training and employee awareness campaigns.</li>
<li>Attend conferences, meetings, career fairs, and industry events, as needed.</li>
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<b>Requirements</b></p>

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<li>Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Aboriginal Studies, or Indigenous Relations preferred.</li>
<li>3+ years&
39; relevant work experience.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills to facilitate relationship building within and across teams, as well as within Indigenous communities.</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Indigenous people, governance, culture, history, community dynamics and protocols.</li>
<li>Preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous.</li>
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SLB Canada is committed to workplace diversity and employment equity and supports initiatives to enhance employment opportunities for local workforces and Indigenous Persons.</p>

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