Manager, Advisory Indigenous Services; ICPS

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At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Are you a talented individual with a proven track record on executing project deliverables?

KPMG’s market‑leading Global Infrastructure Advisory practice is growing and is looking for an individual who is interested in a Senior consultant role in Indigenous Advisory Services based in our Vancouver office.

At KPMG Canada we recognize the need to be an active participant in Reconciliation. In 2022 we formalized commitments through the Truth & Reconciliation Action Plan. It is by advancing an equitable and inclusive culture, building allyship and being a trusted and active contributor to Indigenous development and empowerment that we can foster strong relationships with Indigenous communities and businesses.

Join those from across the firm who are contributing to Reconciliation and develop your skills as we contribute to a path forward. Participate as a National Indigenous Network member, through the Indigenous Advisory Circle, receive learning and training that contributes to inclusion and promote reconciliation through insights and commitments such as the Progressive Indigenous Relations Program.

The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of high‑quality services to public sector and private sector clients. Working in a team, the consultant will advise on projects with Indigenous Peoples for governments (Indigenous, federal, provincial, and municipal) and the private sector, across a wide range of markets including natural resources, energy, utilities, transportation, agri‑food, manufacturing, real estate, education, healthcare, and other service sectors.

As a Manager within the Indigenous Advisory Services you are responsible for assisting colleagues with helping public and private sector clients. The position requires sensible consideration, technical expertise, Indigenous BC knowledge and understanding, critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other stakeholders and rights holders.

• Building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities
• Take ownership on major projects for public (federal, provincial, municipal, Indigenous government) and private sector (e.g., critical infrastructure asset owners) clients across a wide variety of industries and sectors
• Development and implementation of strategies, policies, procedures and business cases
• Support provincial implementation of Indigenous relations to increase collaboration and potential business opportunities with communities and Indigenous businesses
• Prepare and distribute reports and proposals
• Prepare proposals for RFP submissions
• Perform research, data gathering and analysis
• Managing teams of KPMG advisory personnel including training and mentoring of junior staff and contributing to the overall skills enhancement and experience of the team
• Assist with the development and review of engagement reports and technical project reviews
• Assist in preparing strategic plans, business plans and business cases
• Contribute to a dedicated team of professionals in delivering advisory services to clients

• 7+ years of industry experience in a relevant industry, including 3+ years consulting experience (e.g., government, engineering, construction, real estate, utilities) and/or
• Demonstrated skills and experience in one or more of the following:
  • Community engagement
  • Infrastructure project planning, procurement or delivery
  • Economic and financial analysis
  • Leading and facilitating meetings/workshops, operational and business improvement
  • Lifecycle asset management
  • Data analytics, business intelligence and GIS
• Good interpersonal skills and proven capabilities of managing/mentoring and working with a multi‑disciplinary team
• Experience working directly in or with Indigenous communities in BC
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Culture, Governance, Treaties and Rights, Reconciliation and Indigenous History in BC and Canada
• Excel…