[Hiring] Senior Program Manager @Tŝilhqot’in National Government

Role Description

Dasiqox Nexwagwez?an is an initiative of Xeni Gwet’in and Yunesit’in (Tsilhqot’in communities) to steward and protect shared territory, culture, lands and waters. This flagship IPCA (Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area) builds on a rich history of bold, strategic, innovative Tsilhqot’in leadership. The Senior Program Manager provides senior-level program development, management and support for this Indigenous-led initiative across all Dasiqox program areas. This role is responsible for:

• Managing program operations and coordinating the collective work of the team.
• Liaising between Tsilhqot’in leadership, technical staff/contractors, and Makeway Charitable Society.
• Co-facilitating Indigenous governance processes and programming.
• Overseeing staff/contractor work and managing program-level budgets and finances.
• Ensuring funder compliance and reporting.
• Building and maintaining relationships with partner organizations, funders, and communities.

Qualifications

• Graduate level degree or equivalent in experience and competency in a relevant field (e.g., Indigenous studies, community planning, governance, environmental/resource management).
• Minimum 5 years senior management experience in program or project management.
• Proven experience managing projects, budgets, finances, grants, and compliance.
• Demonstrated success managing, supervising, and mentoring staff and/or contractors in cross-cultural settings.
• Strong facilitation skills and experience supporting Indigenous-led governance and collective processes.
• Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal, cross-cultural).
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Familiarity working with Indigenous communities and ability to engage respectfully with leaders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and video conferencing.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle; willingness to travel to remote areas.
• Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as required.

Requirements

• Facilitate and support Indigenous governance and decision-making processes.
• Support strong working relationships with Xeni Gwet’in, Yunesit’in, and TNG governments.
• Manage and coordinate overall program operations and projects.
• Provide management, mentoring, or guidance to other staff and contractors.
• Oversee communications, including newsletters, websites, and social media.
• Synthesize direction from leadership and co-develop strategic and operational plans.
• Strengthen and co-manage funder relationships and engage in fundraising.
• Organize and coordinate meetings and associated documentation.
• Facilitate communication between Leadership, core staff, contractors, and other parties.
• Develop and maintain information management and communications for Dasiqox.

Benefits

• Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 FTE – commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Could be pro-rated to ¾ time.
• Could include option for remote and/or contractor arrangements.
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package, including extended health, vision, and dental, starting on your first day of employment.

How to Apply

PLEASE SEND A COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:

Jenai Nolin
Human Resources Generalist
Tŝilhqot’in National Government
1729 South Lakeside Drive
Williams Lake, BC V2G 3A9
Email: [email protected]

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 29, 2026.

We encourage Indigenous candidates to apply. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to provide additional information including references and samples of previous work.

For more information about Dasiqox and MakeWay, please visit:

• Dasiqox
• MakeWay

MakeWay is made up of two legal entities – MakeWay Foundation and MakeWay Charitable Society. MakeWay Charitable Society is an operating charity that houses 60+ environmental and social change projects across the country, also known as the Shared Platform.

Dasiqox and MakeWay are strongly committed to equity and creating a diverse workplace community. We strive to reflect the diversity of our society on our teams and to provide a respectful workplace and equal working opportunities for all employees and applicants.

If you require accommodations at any point during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected] .

Our sincerest appreciation to all those expressing interest in this position! This role is for a current vacancy and Dasiqox does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. Only those applicants invited for an interview may be contacted. Thank you!