Job ID: 3572
Openings: 1
Jurisdiction: Out of Scope
Department: Indigenous Relations & Community Development
Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA
Type of Posting: Internal & External
Employment Type: Term up to 6 months
Annual Salary: $105,556.00 - $140,738.00
Date Posted: June 16, 2026
Closing Date: June 30, 2026
Land Acknowledgement
We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply.
The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.
Reporting to the Director, Indigenous Relations, the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Relations will provide support and expertise to internal and external stakeholders in the delivery of organizational programs, services, supports and partnerships which impact relationships with other levels of government, Indigenous peoples and communities. This position provides research and advice on emerging relationships, policies, projects and issues including draft policy, intelligence, protocol, and recommendations.
- Identifies risks and issues, and undertakes research (internal and external) to provide problem definition, options and recommendations.
- Develops briefing notes, discussion and position papers using research and analysis for senior leadership and the Mayor, providing recommendations to address the strategic needs of the City.
- Acts in an advisory capacity to senior leadership to address intergovernmental and Indigenous community priorities.
- Undertakes assessments to determine points of view/interests of internal and external stakeholders as input into planning.
- Proactively meets with a range of stakeholders both internal (Mayor, Council members, senior leadership) and external (other levels of government, Indigenous. organizations and associations) to gather information/insight on specific issues, issue resolution as well as to build and maintain working relationships.
- Liaises closely with the Indigenous community at large, Indigenous political organizations and other levels of government for the development and implementation of Indigenous initiatives.
- Reviews policy, legislation and related data and information and provides input and advice on direction.
- Based on research and consultations, develops action plans and strategies in response to issues.
- Provides leadership, expertise and recommendations to develop, enhance, and implement effective municipal policies, programs, services and/or other initiatives that address the needs of the Indigenous community.
- Identify opportunities and develop initiatives for an increase in engagement with Indigenous communities, groups and agencies.
- Knowledge of the specific issues and challenges of the City of Regina as well as the broader municipal sector.
- Knowledge of broader political landscape for Indigenous issues, legislation, trends, operations/design – including municipal, provincial and federal levels.
- Knowledge of stakeholder relationship management and external relations.
- Knowledge of policy and strategy development.
- Knowledge of the City’s operations and finances.
- Knowledge is deployed to collect insight/information on a range of issues and to develop action plans and strategies in support of strategy design and implementation.
- Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions and protocols.
- The Senior Advisor, Indigenous Relations is responsible for leading the definition and resolution of complex problems that are, typically, intra divisional and inter jurisdictional.
- Problems are often complex, operational issues and / or strategic issues that require consideration and balancing of a range of conflicting and competing points of view.
- Review, analyze, and make recommendations to restructure and improve existing services for the Indigenous communities in Regina.
- While senior leadership and/or elected members are ultimately responsible for decisions, there is an expectation that the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Relations will provide sound recommendations that can be relied upon.
- Impacts are most often felt at an organizational level, and frequently over a longer time span.
- Impacts - financial, reputation – are experienced externally to City operations; this position represents the City at various conferences, meetings and cultural events (e.g., the Truth and Reconciliation Commission).
Additional Requirements:
- Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
- Proof of education is required.
- Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.
At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!
For detailed job descriptions, CBAs, and application tips, visit our Applicant & Job Resources page.
Note: Only applications submitted via our online application system are accepted
