Chief Executive Officer

Job Summary

Muskeg Lake Cree Nation is seeking a highly motivated individual, who will provide leadership, management, mentorship and support to Administration and band owned entities.  the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will ensure that Muskeg Lake Cree Nation is well-coordinated and productive in support of its vision, mission, and strategic priorities.

 The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports directly to Chief and Council and is the most senior management position and is responsible for leading, planning, managing, and implementing Muskeg Lake Cree Nation’s programs and policies.  The CEO will assist Chief and Council and staff in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies and initiatives and provide overall support to program areas, liaison between Chief and Council and staff to ensure effective management and oversight of all program areas and initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Leadership:

• Leads and directs the day-to-day administrative operations of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation.
• Ensures approved programming and policies are implemented as per direction provided by Chief and Council.
• Responsible for all aspects of the Strategic planning processes, including leading the development of the plan, documenting, implementing, and rolling it out.
• A proven ability to establish goals / objectives, long-term priorities, and develop and implement related strategies and work-plans.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster trust and acceptance, to build cooperative working relationships and to deal effectively with the media, boards and committees, and other officials from outside the organization.
• Good judgment, critical thinking, cooperativeness, flexibility, tact, and diplomacy.
• Promote a collaborative, safe and community focused work environment

Financial Management:

• Monitor the financial performance of the First Nation against the budget and report any significant variations and their reasons to Chief and Council.
• Ensures that Muskeg Lake Cree Nation is aware of and follows all aspects of the FMB’s Financial Administration Law Standards.
• The CEO plans and coordinates in conjunction with CFO and the program managers, annual budget forecasts, funding proposals and submissions, monthly financial statements, annual audits, and following up to ensure regular updates on funding proposals and sources is provided.
• Responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating the Risk Management and Fraud Risk Plans.
• Monitors and controls budget requirements including authorization of expenditures, as authorized by Chief and Council.

Governance:

• Directs the development and/or modification of new policies, as needs are identified, to encompass the requirements of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation.
• Works in conjunction with the Council to assist and participate in the development of negotiating mandates for Program & Service Transfer Agreements, Financial Transfer Agreements, and other agreements and accords.

• Networks and develops positive relationships with all levels of government and private sectors to ensure optimum service levels are being provided.
• Develops communications with MLCN membership to maintain an open and trusting relationship.
• Prepares monthly and annual activity reports for Chief and Council.
• Periodically evaluates the organizational structure and recommends revisions, as necessary.
• Develops and fosters a positive relationship with Chief and Council.

Community Relations:

• Knowledge and awareness of First Nation culture, traditions, history, demographics, kinship structures and socio-economic dynamics, challenges, and aspirations.

• Assist in establishing and maintaining effective and positive public relations.
• Ensures positive working relationships with First Nation partners and external agencies.
• Develops communications with MLCN membership to maintain an open and trusting relationship.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field with a minimum of 5 years of work experience in a senior executive position for a First Nation, public sector, or government service agency along with a proven track record of success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills combined with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of government program and funding agencies and associated requirements.
• Excellent organizational, strategic, planning and implementation skills.
• Understanding of financial reports including budgetary guidelines and project expenditures.
• Demonstrated experience in executive level interaction.
• Financial management skills.
• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate programs, policies, and procedures.
• Experience working at the management level including the ability to direct, supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel.
• Ability to lead, direct and manage program and policy development and delivery.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Apply by sending a resume, cover letter, CPIC & Vulnerable Sector check with subject title “Chief Executive Officer” to resume@muskeglake.com

Posted until filled