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The Northeastern Aboriginal Business Association (NAABA) is a not-for-profit corporation, serving the Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo region for more than 29 years. We are a membership-based organization, with 122 Full Indigenous Businesses and 132 Associate member businesses, spanning various sectors including natural resource development, industrial service provision, wellbeing, and holistic health. NAABA is the voice of Indigenous Business in the region, and we strive to create a community of Indigenous strength, unity, and opportunity. We want to be a catalyst for growth across our community, and we work to ensure the economic playing field is levelled for Indigenous entrepreneurs, so they can succeed and thrive in today’s economy. NAABA brings business members together as a community to facilitate the success of all members.
About the Opportunity
In 2019, the Canadian Indigenous economy generated $6.74 Billion in GDP. This accounted for 2% of Alberta’s total GDP, with a significant portion of that amount generated in the Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo region.
As the Human Resource Advisor, Shared Services Program, you will play an instrumental role in maximizing the existing potential of local Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs through meaningful and impactful human resources support services. The ideal candidate is eager to learn about the individualized human resource needs of each shared services client and takes the necessary time to understand each client’s business and their desired goals. You are dedicated to building trust by demonstrating an unwavering dedication to confidentiality, creating culturally safety spaces to learn and grow, and following through on commitments to deliver high quality work on time and within budget.
About the Shared Services Pilot Program
The Shared Services Pilot Program is a custom-designed business support services program for NAABA Certified Full Member businesses. It is the first of its kind in the region for Indigenous businesses and will provide clients with access to professional services in human resources, finance, and marketing and communications. Professional services included in the program were identified by NAABA Full Indigenous members from all sectors. Service subscribers utilize this program to access professional expertise (advice and tactical support) which they do not have in-house, or to complement their internal staff expertise, or to add additional capacity for special projects. The program was designed as a vital tool to enhance business capability and stimulate expansion of local Indigenous businesses. The pilot portion of this program is funded by PrairiesCan, the Government of Alberta, and Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism.
Key Responsibilities
Accountable to the Executive Director, the Human Resources Advisor, Shared Services Program will be responsible for providing the following types of support to NAABA subscribers of the Shared Services Pilot Program.
• Supporting the development of human resource plans and programs that address business needs.
• Supporting employee screening and interviewing processes.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating recruitment programs and practices that identify potential labour markets, attract potential employees, and retain current employees.
• Developing, implementing, evaluating, and administering a total rewards structure that includes compensation, pensions, benefits, and employee assistance programs.
• Coordinating employee benefit plans related to life, medical, dental, or disability insurance.
• Advocating to include Indigenous health services in benefit plans.
• Coaching and advising clients with interview support, candidate screening, interviewing.
• Advocating for the hiring of Indigenous employees.
• Identifying ways to improve employee competence development.
• Defining performance standards consistent with client’s mission, culture, environment, strategy, and structure.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating employee recognition and engagement programs that align with members’ culture, values, and goals,
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating employee policies and procedures such as health, safety, and wellness.
• Advocating to ensure that human resource policies reflect Indigenous worldview.
• Establishing positions that fit member requirements.
• Providing advice about employee and labour relations issues.
• Ensuring compliance with employment, human rights, safety, and other relevant legislation.
• Forecasting, developing and implementing workforce succession planning and retention of critical knowledge.
Time Commitment
This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday. NAABA believes in providing a flexible work environment and supports work on evenings and weekends to ensure the quality and timeliness of client support. While NAABA has a current vision for this role and the manner in which it will support our members, we are open to discussing alternative delivery and engagement models that would accomplish the same outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
§ Working knowledge of entrepreneurship, the Indigenous entrepreneurial spirit, and ways of Indigenous knowing and understanding.
§ Skilled at building meaningful connections with Indigenous businesses in the region.
§ Sets priorities and is responsive to client’s needs and requests, with a proven commitment to excellence.
§ Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
§ Strategic and pragmatic thinker, with a focus on attention to detail.
§ Proven record in demonstrating tact, judgment, diplomacy, establishing trust maintaining confidentiality.
§ Accomplished problem solver with the ability to quickly adapt, analyze and interpret information.
Nature and Scope
44.0
Experience Level: Mid-Level
This position involves specialized work with minimal supervision and requires the ability to perform duties with relative independence and knowing when to seek input when needed. It also requires the ability to work well under pressure to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of client projects. As the successful candidate, you are able to balance competing demands and interests, to advise on the best course of action to multiple NAABA member businesses simultaneously. Further, you are dedicated to assisting others, take initiative, engage in independent thinking/problem-solving, use sound judgment, and act in a culturally safe manner.
Decision-Making Authority
The successful candidate is expected to be self-directed in executing their responsibilities. This requires the ability to use judgment in determining when and how involvement of others is required, and when to make independent decisions when appropriate, sometimes under time constraints. Required to employ initiative, tact, and to maintain confidentiality.
Physical and Sensory Demands
Much of NAABA’s business is carried out via email, telephone, virtual platforms, and in-person meetings. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in this independent environment. The work at times involves deadline pressures and changing or multiple priorities with demand for thoroughness and accuracy.
Salary and Benefits
On top of a competitive salary, NAABA offers paid health & dental benefits, employee development allowance, and a high-flex work model. We value a family-friendly, positive work culture and recognize the importance of work-life balance.
Location
This is a hybrid position, located in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo. The successful candidate will be required to work from the NAABA office, a home office, and at NAABA member business offices. Thus, a willingness to travel is required.
NAABA celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all. Accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request for candidates throughout the selection process.
The applications process will close on February 24th, 2023 with an anticipated start date early to mid March.