Fisheries Manager

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    Closing Date: March 12,2025
    Location: Kwakiutl Admin Office
    Wage: $60,000-$80,000

    JOB SUMMARY

    Under the direction and guidance of the Kwakiutl Nation Development Corp. (KNDC) General Manager/CEO, the Fisheries Manager oversees all the activities of the KNDC fisheries in accordance with the policies, agreements and related priorities set by the Corporation/Kwakiutl Band Council (KBC).  He or she has oversight of all fisheries managed by KNDC – including boats, licenses, related gear, and associated fisheries staff and/or fishing crews.

     

    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    The Fisheries Manager’s work includes (but is not limited to) the following:

    • Financial management abilities required to ensure monitoring/interpret balance sheet and income statements for the KNDC Fisheries Department
    • Complete business cases for PICFI Business Development and PICFI Capacity Building Support funding applications
    • Ensures all deliverables and reporting are completed on time as required for all contribution and funding agreements
    • Researches and applies for any available funding opportunities or grants
    • Provides quarterly reports to the KNDC GM/CEO regarding all fisheries related business issues, concerns or opportunities
    • Serves as a liaison with relevant and strategic associations, advisory committees, industry partners, and facilitates mutually beneficial relationships with other Nations, federal and provincial government agencies
    • When requested participates in decision making with GM/CEO/Board regarding the Kwakiutl natural resources and strategic business planning and execution
    • Plays a lead role in initiating and implementing employment, training and business opportunities within the fisheries department
    • Plays a lead role in negotiating and implementing fisheries business agreements
    • Prepares and secures contracts for support in consultations and technical support for agreement negotiations
    • Performs other duties as assigned by the KNDC GM/CEO

     

    Knowledge of Kwakiutl community, culture and language is an asset.  It is paramount that all positions withing the KNDC strive to communicate and serve the Kwakiutl people in a manner that respects, enhances and promotes the cultural identity and well being of both the individual and the community.  This position will ensure cultural safety by:

    • Gaining cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity
    • Understanding and complying with any Kwakiutl policies or positions statements on “cultural safety” (and ensuring it is reflected in individual training and professional development plans)
    • Ensuring that plans, policies, and activities undertaken promote the holistic health and well-being of the Kwakiutl in a way that incorporates and promotes the cultural aspects of the Kwakiutl People and traditions
    • Overall assisting in the articulation and establishment of cultural influence expectation in KNDC Fisheries business planning and day-to-day operations

     

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Certified Fisheries Enterprise Management training
    • Post secondary degree or diploma in business management, financial management, economic development, marine aquaculture sciences or other related disciplines
    • Experience in a West Coast marine and freshwater fishery
    • Strong business acumen coupled with experience driving revenues in fisheries
    • Demonstrated experience leading & developing employees
    • Hands-on experience in vessel maintenance and operation (including regulatory requirements)
    • Strong knowledge of provincial and federal fisheries policies, laws, legislation & regulation
    • Strong ability to lead/manage field and vessel crews in an efficient, professional, and fair manner
    • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, formal writing (such as briefing notes, strategy documents, work plans etc.) and communication skills
    • The ability to engage and work effectively with Kwakiutl community members and other stakeholders

     

    Other Position Information

    • Successful applicant must periodically undergo a police information check (PIC)
    • Pre-employment and post-incident drug/alcohol testing is a requirement
    • Travel to various destinations outside the typical worksite
    • The successful applicant can expect to work in a variety of difference work environments, as well as work outside the normal business hours and to function independently
    • Abide by KNDC/KBC organizational policies (i.e., personnel policy and other policies)
    • Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants
    • Willing to perform other duties as assigned by the GM/CEO

     

    Competitive compensation package including health and pension benefits following successful probationary period.

     

    Competition closes when a successful candidate is hired.

     

    Please send your Resume and Cover Letter to Ruby Mannila, Senior Administrator, bandsa@kwakiutl.bc.ca,

    or drop off at the Kwakiutl Band Office, 99 Tsakis Way, Fort Rupert BC

     

    Gilakas’la