Strategist Indigenous Employment and Strategic Initiatives

Posting End Date:

November 01, 2026

Employee Type:

Regular-Full time

Union/Non:

This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable energy while advancing operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. We are seeking a Strategist, Indigenous Employment & Strategic Initiatives to lead the maintenance, enhancement, and implementation of the Indigenous Employment and Inclusion Plan (IEP) across Canada and the United States.

This role will play a critical part in advancing Enbridge's Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), with a focus on Indigenous employment, inclusion, culture, and training initiatives. Working collaboratively with internal and external partners, you will help strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations while fostering an inclusive and culturally supportive workplace.

If you are passionate about reconciliation, Indigenous inclusion, and driving meaningful organizational change, we encourage you to apply today. #Joinourteamcorp

What You Will Do:

• Lead the Indigenous Employment Plan and Strategic Initiatives
• Lead the planning, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the Indigenous Employment Plan (IEP) in support of Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP) commitments related to employment, culture, and learning.
• Lead the IEP Working Group, bringing leaders and partners together to set priorities, deliver initiatives, and monitor progress against annual goals.
• Partner with leaders, HR teams, PACS colleagues, business partners, and the Sr Advisor Indigenous Recruitment to advance Indigenous recruitment, retention, development, and inclusion priorities.
• Engage and advise leaders on Indigenous employment and inclusion priorities, helping build commitment and accountability across the organization.
• Support the tracking and reporting of Indigenous employment outcomes and IRAP commitments, working in partnership with HR and other teams to provide insights and recommendations that support decision making across the organization
• Identify opportunities and barriers impacting Indigenous Employment Plan progress and recommend actions to improve outcomes.
• Advance Indigenous Cultural Supports and Employee Experience
• Lead programs and initiatives that support a culturally welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace for Indigenous employees.
• Coordinate Indigenous cultural supports, including Elder engagement, Sharing Circles, mentorship opportunities, Indigenous ERG support, and cultural learning initiatives.
• Provide guidance on Indigenous cultural and traditional protocols to support the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of Indigenous employees, and advise on appropriate cultural protocols for meetings, events, ceremonies, and other workplace activities.
• Develop and maintain Indigenous employment and inclusion resources, in partnership with our Indigenous Recruiter and other partners, to support awareness, learning, and engagement.
• Support leaders in building awareness and understanding of Indigenous perspectives and workplace inclusion.
• Build Relationships and Partnerships
• Build and maintain relationships with leaders, colleagues, and partners across the company to advance Indigenous employment and inclusion priorities.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to build and strengthen relationships with Indigenous organizations, educational institutions, training providers, and community groups.
• Represent Enbridge in external partnerships, industry events, and Indigenous-focused initiatives, including AISES, Forward Summit, and other strategic relationships.
• Who You Are: University degree in Indigenous Studies, Human Resources, Public Affairs, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field, with 7+ years of directly related experience in Indigenous engagement, stakeholder relations, workforce development, or strategic initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous and Tribal histories, cultures, perspectives, and contemporary issues in Canada and the United States.
• Experience supporting reconciliation, relationship-building, and collaboration with Indigenous communities, organizations, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of applicable government, regulatory, and industry frameworks impacting Indigenous relations, preferably within the energy, natural resources, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage multiple priorities, and influence outcomes within a complex, multi-regional organization.
• Experience analyzing workforce data, developing performance metrics, and preparing strategic reports and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Master's degree in a related discipline is considered an asset but is not required.
• Working Conditions: Primarily office-based with regular engagement in Indigenous communities, stakeholder meetings, conferences, and events.
• Up to 20-25% travel across Canada and the United States may be required.
• Handles highly confidential, strategic, and sensitive business and stakeholder information.