Director Of Indigenous Relations, Central Canada

**Company Description**:
- Base compensation range:
90K - 100K CAD_
Committed to our mission to contribute in the communities that we serve, Sodexo is looking for a Director of Indigenous Relations to grow our Indigenous relations in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan.
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits &
Rewards Services and Personal &
Home Services.
**Job Description** How You’ll Make an Impact**:
Along with your counterparts for Western and Eastern Canada, and reporting to the SVP of our Energy &
Resources business, youwill:
- Develop a comprehensive Indigenous community relations strategy
- Represent Sodexo at community events, celebrations and organizations (CCAB, Cando)
- Work hand in hand with Energy &
Mining Directors of Operations and General Managers for coaching and ongoing relationships with Chief, Council and community members
- Research and Identify business opportunities in line with our Growth strategy and Targets within Energy &
Mining industries
-Support Business Development in prospecting and Request for Proposal (RFP) processes
- Identify and escalate any risks to our Indigenous partnerships (i.E. competitor activity)
- Increase awareness of Sodexo’s work with indigenous communities including social medias
- Monitor and track quarterly Sodexo Canada’s Indigenous Key Performance Indicators for PAR certification
- Take part into our Council for Indigenous People
- Research and Promote Indigenous Entrepreneurs and Suppliers to introducing to our Supply Chain
**Qualifications** What You’ll Need to Succeed**:
- University degree or College Diploma in relevant field
- Fluency in English
- Excellent relationship and people-centered skills
- Must have extensive experience working with Indigenous communities, Indigenous Chiefs &
Councils and Economic Development.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Background in Food and Hospitality - Hotel services would be preferred.
- Previous experience working at or in relations with Mining or Energy industries is a plus
- Diplomatic, empathetic, respectful, tactful, actively listens
- Effective planning, organizing, and time management skill
- Excellent computer skills and ease in communication in social medias
- Travel up to 30%, specifically in ON, SK, MB
**Additional Information** What Makes Sodexo Different**:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job;
it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive compensation &
great employee benefits
- Training and development programs
- Countless opportunities for growth
- Corporate responsibility &
sustainability
- Anaward-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity &
Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards here
- And so much more!
Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.
- Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment._
**Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.**
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