Fisheries Manager

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    Closing Date: July 14, 2026
    Location: Fort Rupert Reserve / Remote
    Wage: $60,000 – $80,000

     

    JOB SUMMARY

    Under the direction and guidance of the Kwakiutl Nation Development Corp. (KNDC) Executive Director, the Fisheries Manager oversees all the activities of the KNDC fisheries in accordance with the policies, agreements and related priorities set by the KNDC.  He or she has oversight of all fisheries managed by KNDC – including boats, licences, related gear, and associated fisheries staff and/or fishing crews.

     

    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    The Fisheries Manager’s work includes (but is not limited to) the following:

    • Financial management abilities required to ensure monitoring/interpret balance sheet and income statements for the KNDC Fisheries Department
    • Complete business cases for PICFI Business Development and PICFI Capacity Building Support funding applications
    • Ensures all deliverables and reporting are completed on time as required for all contribution and funding agreements
    • Researches and applies for any available funding opportunities or grants
    • Provides quarterly reports to the KNDC ED regarding all fisheries related business issues, concerns or opportunities
    • Serves as a liaison with relevant and strategic associations, advisory committees, industry partners, and facilitates mutually beneficial relationships with other Nations, federal and provincial government agencies
    • When requested participates in decision making with ED and Board regarding the Kwakiutl natural resources and strategic business planning and execution
    • Plays a lead role in initiating and implementing employment, training and business opportunities within the fisheries department
    • Plays a lead role in negotiating and implementing fisheries business agreements
    • Prepares and secures contracts for support in consultations and technical support for agreement negotiations
    • Performs other duties as assigned by the KNDC ED and Board of Directors

     

    Knowledge of Kwakiutl community, culture and language is an asset.  It is paramount that all positions within the KNDC strive to communicate and serve the Kwakiutl people in a manner that respects, enhances and promotes the cultural identity and well being of both the individual and the community.  This position will ensure cultural safety by:

    • Gaining cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity
    • Understanding and complying with any Kwakiutl policies or positions statements on “cultural safety” (and ensuring it is reflected in individual training and professional development plans)
    • Ensuring that plans, policies, and activities undertaken promote the holistic health and well-being of the Kwakiutl in a way that incorporates and promotes the cultural aspects of the Kwakiutl People and traditions
    • Overall assisting in the articulation and establishment of cultural influence expectation in KNDC Fisheries business planning and day-to-day operations

     

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Post secondary degree or diploma in business management, financial management, economic development, marine aquaculture sciences or other related disciplines
    • Strong business acumen coupled with experience driving revenues in fisheries
    • Demonstrated experience leading & developing employees
    • Strong knowledge of provincial and federal fisheries policies, laws, legislation & regulation
    • Strong ability to lead/manage field and vessel crews in an efficient, professional, and fair manner
    • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, formal writing (such as briefing notes, strategy documents, work plans etc.) and communication skills
    • The ability to engage and work effectively with Kwakiutl community members and other stakeholders

     

    Preferred Skills:

    • Certified Fisheries Enterprise Management training
    • Experience in a West Coast marine and freshwater fishery
    • Hands-on experience in vessel maintenance and operation (including regulatory requirements)

     

    Other Position Information

    • Successful applicant must periodically undergo a police information check (PIC)
    • Pre-employment and post-incident drug/alcohol testing is a requirement
    • Travel to various destinations outside the typical worksite
    • The successful applicant can expect to work in a variety of difference work environments, as well as work outside the normal business hours and to function independently
    • Abide by KNDC/KBC organizational policies (i.e., personnel policy and other policies)
    • Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants
    • Willing to perform other duties as assigned by the ED

     

    Competitive compensation package including health and pension benefits following successful probationary period.

     

    Competition closes when a successful candidate is hired.

     

    Please send your Resume and Cover Letter to Daphane Nelson, fisheries-manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca,

    or drop off at the Kwakiutl Band Office, 99 Tsakis Way, Fort Rupert BC

     

    Gilakas’la