Land Use Planning Governance Advisor

Land use planning expertise supports First Nations governance with the Resource Centre, working from a home office in Western Canada when feasible.

Reporting to the Manager, Land Code Governance, the Planner advises the Lands Advisory Board, Resource Centre, and First Nations. The work covers planning strategies, funding initiatives, capacity building, and planning-related advice. You will apply stakeholder consultation, community planning, and land governance knowledge across varied files.

• Develop strategies improving land use planning for operational First Nations
• Support Land Use Planning Funding Initiative delivery
• Assist communities with cohesive land-based planning tools
• Develop training materials and deliver planning workshops
• Review plans, applications, workplans, and implementation progress

• Post-secondary education in land use planning or related field
• Professional planning designation membership or certification eligibility
• Experience developing land use or community development plans
• Experience working with First Nation communities and stakeholders
• Strong writing, presentation, research, and analytical skills

Apply planning, consultation, and governance knowledge to strengthen land management support for First Nation communities across the Framework Agreement.