[Hiring] Senior Policy Advisor, Culture, Heritage & Language @Métis National Council Secretariat

Role Description

The Métis National Council is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor, Culture, Heritage & Language to lead policy and provide expert advice on issues impacting the Métis Nation.

• Serve as primary advisor on Culture, Heritage, and Language providing strategic guidance and technical expertise to the Director.
• Analyze legislation, regulations, and policy initiatives across federal, provincial, and territorial jurisdictions, providing recommendations that advance the interests of the Métis Nation.
• Evaluate existing and proposed policies, programs, strategies, initiatives, research proposals, and special projects, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with governments, Indigenous organizations, academic institutions, and community partners to support policy development and collaborative initiatives.
• Represent the MNC at committees, working groups, conferences, and other forums as assigned to amplify the Métis voice.
• Contribute to the annual operational work plans and provide regular updates on project progress and deliverables.
• Prepare or contribute to briefing notes, technical press releases, communications, position papers, and responses to inquiries regarding MNC positions in Culture, Heritage, and Language.
• Monitor emerging trends, legislation, and policy developments affecting Culture, Heritage, Language, Education, Women and Gender Equity, MMIWG, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ priorities, providing timely analysis and recommendations.
• Coordinate events and initiatives within the assigned portfolio and oversee reporting requirements.
• Support funding transfer processes and related administrative requirements.
• Lead and manage complex projects independently while contributing to cross-departmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field and/or a minimum of five (5) years of progressively related experience in Education, preferably with Métis or other Indigenous peoples.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of the Métis political structure, community values, and a commitment to advancing Métis priorities on the national or international stage.
• Analytical ability to quickly synthesize complex information/situations and provide timely advice and creative, realistic, and appropriate solutions in the best interests of the MNC.
• Experience working with and lobbying government agencies, elected representatives, and committees at a national and international level as well as knowledge of the overall functioning of government.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills: able to professionally articulate a position and the ability to influence others through reasoned and well-thought-out ideas.
• Understands the importance of Métis Culture, Heritage, and Language.
• Passion for culture, heritage, and language advocacy.

Requirements

• Complete a clean Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Sector.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally, at times with short notice.

Benefits

• The Métis National Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of Employment Equity.
• Encouragement of applications from qualified applicants of all genders, including Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
• Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.