Junior Project Analyst to provide support with Indigenous Relations engagement with relationship building process by gathering & summarizing input on issues from First Nations. - 18590

Job Type: Contract
Positions to fill: 1
Start Date: Apr 03, 2023
Job End Date: Oct 31, 2023
Pay Rate: Hourly: Negotiable
Job ID: 128242
Location: Vancouver
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Our Utilities client is looking for a Junior Project Analyst to provide support with Indigenous Relations engagement with relationship building process by gathering & summarizing input on issues from First Nations. - 18590

Initially 6-months contract with chances of extension. Hybrid (2 days/week) on-site in Burnaby

Must Have: 
  • 2+ years experience as Project Analyst or similar in a Research/data gathering and administrative (invoicing, meeting logistics, data entry) support role in a regulatory environment
  • Valid BC driver's license
  • Certificate in Communications or Social Science or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience. 

Nice to Have: 
  • Experience working with Indigenous communities, politics, issues and relationships
  • Common Desktop PC Courses, database systems, budgeting and cost control .
  • Courses in Conflict Resolution and/or Interest Based Negotiations course or equivalent.
Responsibilities: 
  • Researches and prepares summaries of issues to support projects and initiatives with First Nations peoples
  • Provides support to the relationship building process by: gathering comments and summarizing input on specific issues from First Nations and internally; providing information and explanations on the status of relationship building initiatives
  • Administers department information databases and filing systems by: ensuring data and entries are current and accurate; discussing and arranging for system upgrades and revisions with corporate and information technology specialists; and providing technical guidance and user level training to First Nations or internal staff on system usage.
  • Provides administrative support by preparing and monitoring project budgets and costs including direct liaison with First Nations; reviewing project related invoices for accuracy and recommending for approval by the responsible manager; logistical supports for meetings; meeting notes