Indigenous Support and Liaison Advisor

Systra

  • Montreal, QC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
:SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.Understand better who we are by visiting www.systracanada.com. Context:As a Indigenous Support and Liaison Advisor, your will act as a liaison between Indigenous communities and project teams in order to integrate environmental issues into railway projects, while respecting Indigenous knowledge and cultural protocols. Missions/Main Duties:
  • Serve as a liaison between Indigenous communities and project teams, integrating environmental considerations into railway projects and ensuring culturally appropriate engagement.
  • Facilitate consultations, workshops, and transparent communication regarding environmental impacts, respecting Indigenous protocols and perspectives.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of environmental impact mitigation plans tailored to Indigenous contexts.
  • Inform and train engineering teams on incorporating Indigenous traditional knowledge and fostering respectful engagement.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and prepare clear reports and recommendations, accurately reflecting the views and expectations of Indigenous communities.
Profile/Skills:Education : University degree (Bachelor’s) in Environment, Social Sciences, Indigenous Relations, Project Management, or a relevant field.Years of experience : 5 to 10 years experience in a similar role.Technical competencies :
  • Understanding of environmental and regulatory issues in the railway sector in Quebec.
  • Experience organizing public or community consultations.
  • Proficiency with office and document management software.
  • Basic knowledge of Indigenous law and community engagement policies.
  • Knowledge of an Indigenous language is an asset.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*
*Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.Personal and soft skills :
  • Excellent intercultural communication skills.
  • Strong empathy and active listening ability.
  • Ability to negotiate and resolve problems collaboratively.
  • High ethical standards, diplomacy, and respect for confidentiality.
  • Aptitude for building and maintaining trust-based relationships with stakeholders.
:SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

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