Housing, Lands and Infrastructure – Policy Advisor

  • CompanyAssociation of Iroquois and Allied Indians
  • Job TypePolicy
  • Required ExperienceAt least five (5) years equivalent work experience
  • Job TypeFull Time, Permanent Employment
  • Education / CredentialsDiploma or degree in related field
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline01/23/2026

Job Description

Housing, Lands and Infrastructure – Policy Advisor

Full-Time – Permanent

The AIAI Housing, Lands and Infrastructure Policy Advisor will promote and advance the principles of AIAI and its Member Nations pertaining to Housing, Lands and Infrastructure through the development and implementation of an AIAI Housing, Lands and Infrastructure Strategy/Strategies. The Policy Advisor will conduct research on current Housing, Lands and Infrastructure policy that impacts AIAI member Nation communities and provide advice to AIAI Leadership on priorities and political direction.

The Policy Advisor will work under the supervision of the AIAI Housing, Lands and Infrastructure Manager and with an interdisciplinary team, external partners, such as: Member Nations, federal and provincial government and agencies and shall be responsible for the following:

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the collection and analysis of data and information as required;
  • Attend relevant meetings and gatherings to further AIAI member Naion community priorities;
  • Manage and oversee small projects, task  teams within allocated budgets;
  • Plan, organize and execute meetings and gatherings;
  • Research and consolidate information and develop appropriate written communications; briefing notes, correspondence, etc.
  • Under the direction of the AIAI Housing, Lands and Infrastructure Manager, Liaise and strengthen relationships between member Nations, Provincial Territorial Organizations (PTOs), federal and provincial education systems;
  • Collaborate and share information with AIAI member Nation Communities on key developments, priorities and initiatives;

Salary: As per AIAI Salary Grid – $59,000 – $75,000

 

Experience and Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Diploma or degree in related field or at least five (5) years equivalent work experience
  • Knowledge of First Nations and organizations, including their political roles and structure
  • Knowledge of First Nations rights and current, needs, and goals relating to housing, lands and infrastructure
  • Possess group facilitation and planning skills
  • Demonstrate effective organizational skills
  • The ability to research, analyze and summarize government initiatives and related legislation policies, reports, position papers, and program services for First Nations
  • Knowledge of Indigenous traditions, cultures, and values; understand the history and relationship between Indigenous Nations and the Crown;
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to coordinate and facilitate meetings
  • Ability to travel extensively with a valid Ontario driver’s license
  • Native ancestry preferred
  • Computer literate

Work Conditions:

  • Extensive travel will be required
  • Ability to attend and conduct presentations
  • Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
  • Overtime as required
  • Lifting or moving iup to 10lbs may be required

 

How to Apply

Deadline: January 23, 2026

  • Resume must include cover letter and 3 references (two employment related)
  • Please submit via mail, fax, email or in person to:

Geoff Stonefish, Director of Operations

Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians

387 Princess Ave.

London, ON

N6B 2A7

Phone (519)434-2761

Fax (519)675-1053

Email – [email protected]