Employment Opportunity
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
The Dene Tha’ First Nation Social Development Department is hiring an Economic Development Manager. This is a full-time two-year contract position with benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Delivers effective programming by supervising and coordinating the operation of services within the Economic Development and Daycare programs.
• Works with community groups in the development of program proposals and partnerships, funding research, bylaws, policies, and procedures.
• Supports the development of career development programs.
• Willingness and ability to work with other departments, linking with other programs to achieve common goals.
• Have superior confidence to function effectively in corporate/boardroom environment.
• Effectively supervise three to five employees.
Qualifications:
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent training
• Preferred university degree or college education in a related field.
• Work experience in multiple business settings, knowledge, and interactions.
• Previous experience working with project development and implementation.
• Good understanding of business practices, proposal writing, and report writing.
• Strong financial management skills (budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, reporting).
• Use of computer systems and applications including Microsoft Office
• Solid planning, organizing, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective management, team building, leadership, and supervisory strengths.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and excellent customer services.
The successful candidate must provide a current Criminal Record check and a Child Intervention check. The successful candidate must have reliable transportation and a valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License. Travel to local Dene Tha’ communities and travel out of the area is required.
Closing Date: November 20, 2026
Submit resumes to:
Dene Tha’ First Nation
Human Resources Manager
Box 958 High Level, AB T0H 1Z0
Fax. (780) 926-2475
Email: DoreenA@denetha.ca
We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
