Director, Human Resources

The federal Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program (ILGP) moves Indigenous economic reconciliation from discussion to action. This historic initiative facilitates participation in economic prosperity a reality for Indigenous Peoples in Canada. It helps remove historical barriers to inclusion in the economy while creating new possibilities for maximizing growth that will benefit the entire country. The economic success of Indigenous Peoples is the success of all Canadians.

To advance Indigenous economic reconciliation for Canada meaningfully, the opportunity must be given to Indigenous groups to become leaders and equity partners in these projects. The ILGP will reduce the cost of capital for Indigenous groups across the country and support their ability to raise capital to invest in, and become commercial partners in, major projects across a diverse sector base.

Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) is delivering ILGP through its wholly owned subsidiary company, Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation (CILGC).

CDEV advances economic prosperity for Canada by delivering financial and commercial expertise to the Government of Canada. A self-sustaining Crown corporation since 1982, and reporting to Parliament through the Minister of Finance, CDEV is the federal government’s trusted advisor and active asset manager of more than $75 billion in strategic assets through eight wholly owned subsidiaries. Operating at arm’s length and at the speed of business, CDEV is regularly called upon to advise on and execute critical financial transactions, support priority policy objectives, and maximize the value of corporate assets in Canada’s best interest.

Certified as a “Great Place to Work Canada”, CDEV is a collaborative, high‑performing, experienced and commercially focused organization that provides critical support to CILGC.

CILGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of CDEV established in December 2024.

CILGC is responsible for:

• conducting outreach and engagement with Indigenous groups;
• screening and prioritizing applications;
• reviewing, analyze and prioritize applications
• negotiating, issuing and administering loan guarantees; and
• monitoring and managing the portfolio of loan guarantees.

CILGC engages with applicants to refine proposals and ensure they meet rigorous standards of financial and commercial viability and align with the program’s objectives. With the recent hiring of its inaugural CEO, CILGC is continuing to build out its team of dedicated staff, while CDEV will maintain its provision of support, including due diligence, portfolio management, governance, communications, and other corporate functions, as needed.

CILGC is hiring a Director, People & Culture to build and lead its people strategy, driving organizational effectiveness, talent development, and a high‑performance culture as the organization scales to meet its growing mandate and long‑term objectives. The role reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer and serves as a key member of the leadership team.

The organization operates as part of a broader Crown corporate structure and has access to established HR policies, frameworks, and infrastructure through its parent Crown corporation. The Director will leverage these foundational policies and supports, while exercising judgment to adapt and tailor practices to meet the specific operational, cultural, and growth needs of the organization.

This role requires a strategic and hands‑on leader who can design and implement fit‑for‑purpose people programs while directly supporting recruitment and organizational build‑out during a period of growth.

The Director will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team on organizational design, talent strategy, leadership development, employee engagement, and culture.

• Develop and execute a People & Culture strategy aligned with the organization’s mandate, growth trajectory, and public accountability requirements.
• Leverage established HR policies, frameworks, and infrastructure available through the parent Crown corporation, adapting them as appropriate to meet the…