Position Title: Manager of Development

Location: Sarnia, ON

Duration: Permanent

Posting Closes/Deadline: Open until filled

Scope of the Position

The Manager of Development is responsible for the leadership of economic development, lands and environment, pipelines, and corporate initiatives undertaken on behalf of the Aamjiwnaang First Nation (AFN). This role is responsible for improving AFN’s capacity for sustainable economic growth, seeking economic diversification, and working collaboratively with both internal and external groups. The Manager of Development focuses on opportunities and development priorities to grow the economy and support AFN’s economic priorities. This role is also responsible for the management of oversight of the Lands Office and Land Registry related to reserve lands. The role provides supervision, oversight, and direction to the Development department staff, Environment department staff, and Lands department staff and contributes to the strategic and business planning for AFN.

Responsibilities:

1. Development Leadership
   • Identify, lead, and manage community and economic development planning and initiatives; identifying and fostering community economic development opportunities; securing funding for economic development activities and programs; assisting local organizations, businesses, and individuals, with establishing economic development plans and projects
   • Oversee the conversation and protection of the air, land, and water environments initiatives for AFN
   • Engage in and develop the Strategic Business Plan for AFN based on engagement and input from members of the community, public, Chief and Council
   • Recommend strategic initiatives, and identify opportunities for further economic development
   • Accountable for providing strategic and operational leadership on all aspects of development
   • Promote and champion the AFN community to expand economic development opportunities
   • Provide expert input and advice on short-and long-term economic development strategies and business plans that align with AFN’s stated goals, objectives, and vision
   • Develop the annual work plan, report and budget based on identified priorities and requirements of partner funding entities
   • Identify and provide oversight and management of applications for grants and funding opportunities or partnerships available to further the economic development goals/ initiatives of the community
   • Build alliances and partnerships with strategic external stakeholders including government representatives, organizations, and funders to advance AFN’s economic goals and objectives
   • Establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships internally and with external stakeholders by using effective negotiating skill to reconcile differences, influence outcomes and bring people together for a shared purpose
   • Liaise with other departments and various internal services to ensure that a cooperative and integrated level of service is provided
   • Manage and plan development projects, engaging with a variety of industrial and commcercial enterprises, community and business associations, and government agencies
2. People Management
   • Provide leadership and direction to the Development department, Environment department and Lands department
   • Supervise and support direct reports to ensure and foster wellbeing in a cooperative working environment
3. Finance and Administration
   • Oversee Full Cycle financial management to ensure financial accountability and the efficient utilization of all health resources
   • Manage the departmental budget, including identifying new opportunities for revenue and approving spending requests
   • (In Partnership with) Development of funding proposals, including planning, writing, and implementation
   • Complete reporting related to budget and funding obligations, including financial, statistical, and qualitative