- Play a key role in advancing transformative economic development and partnership initiatives that support the long-term growth of Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation
- Earn a competitive salary of $80K–$95K, enjoy a 4-day workweek, and extensive benefits
- Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly influence community impact and organizational success
The Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation (LDMLFN) is located in Northwestern Ontario, 135 km West of Thunder Bay, and encompasses roughly 5,000 HA of Mother Nature's most spectacular beauty. Our people have held and cared for our Lands and Traditional Territories since time immemorial.
LDMLFN is committed to fostering sustainable growth and long-term prosperity for our community. Our mission is to create meaningful economic opportunities that support the well-being and advancement of our members. Join us in shaping a resilient economic future and making a lasting impact.
For more information, please visit our website: lacdesmillelacsfirstnation.ca/
LDMLFN is looking for a full-time Partnerships & Business Development Advisor based in Thunder Bay, ON. This role follows a 4-day workweek schedule.
Reporting to the Director of Economic Development, this role is responsible for supporting LDMLFN’s economic development priorities through the coordination, development, and advancement of strategic partnerships and business opportunities. Working at the intersection of strategy, business development, and execution, the successful candidate will help strengthen partnership pipelines, conduct due diligence, support funding alignment, and maintain systems that support long-term organizational growth.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinating and maintaining active, dormant, and prospective partnership inventories
- Tracking partnership lifecycles from exploration through execution and review
- Identifying, assessing, and advancing business and investment opportunities aligned with LDMLFN priorities
- Monitoring procurement platforms, RFPs, and development opportunities across relevant sectors
- Conducting environmental scans and market research on regional and industry opportunities
- Supporting due diligence activities, including financial, reputational, and strategic reviews
- Preparing briefing notes, recommendations, and partnership summaries to support leadership decision-making
- Identifying and tracking funding opportunities aligned with active partnerships and business initiatives
- Supporting relationship-building activities with government, private sector, Indigenous, and institutional partners
- Coordinating meetings, follow-ups, and engagement activities with current and prospective stakeholders
- Developing and maintaining centralized tracking systems, databases, dashboards, and corporate records
- Providing administrative and operational support through document management, reporting, and standardized templates
To qualify, you will need post-secondary education in Business, Economic Development, Public Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in economic development, business development, partnerships, or project/program support will also be essential. Experience working with First Nations or Indigenous organizations, as well as familiarity with industrial, infrastructure, mining, forestry, energy, or natural resource sectors, will be highly regarded.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Experience supporting or advancing large-scale industrial, infrastructure, or resource development projects
- Strong analytical, research, and due diligence capabilities
- Understanding of procurement processes, partnership evaluation, and opportunity assessment
- Experience building structured tracking systems, databases, dashboards, or corporate records
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Understanding of Indigenous and regional economic development landscapes within Northwestern Ontario
- A valid Ontario driver's licence and ability to travel throughout Northwestern Ontario are considered assets
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to think both strategically and operationally. You are highly self-directed, proactive, and capable of independently moving initiatives forward while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You bring sound judgment, professionalism, accountability, and the confidence to engage with partners and stakeholders while representing the Nation with care and respect.
This is a highly impactful opportunity for a driven and analytical professional who thrives in complex, evolving environments and is motivated by building meaningful partnerships that support long-term economic growth and opportunity for Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation.
Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $80K–$95K, and a host of excellent benefits including:
- A 4-day work week (Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
- Health and dental plan
- 5 weeks of vacation - 2 weeks for December holidays and 3 weeks throughout the year
- Business travel expenses fully covered
- TFSA matching program
- Relocation assistance if applicable
- Opportunities to contribute to high-impact, large-scale infrastructure and energy projects
- A collaborative and experienced leadership team, with deep knowledge in legal, finance, and project development
If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
