Policy & Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst
About the role
Classification: Band 5 — Senior Specialist Reports To: Manager, Intergovernmental Affairs or delegate Location: Hybrid — travel and visits to Hitacu as required Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary Band: Band 5 ($61,800 – $92,700)
POSITION PURPOSE The Policy & Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst plays a key role in advancing YG's intergovernmental priorities by analyzing policy and legislative developments, shaping YG's positions, and supporting strategic engagement with other governments. The role bridges external processes and internal governance by translating complex developments into actionable advice, policies, and coordinated responses that uphold YG's rights and treaty obligations.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Policy & Legislative Analysis Reviews policy and legislative initiatives from federal, provincial, and local governments to identify interactions with the Maa-nulth Final Agreement, YG laws, and governance priorities. Analyzes implications for YG's rights, jurisdiction, and areas of interest (forestry, waters, harvesting, culture). Researches legal, treaty, and policy frameworks. Strategic Memos & Briefings Researches government activities, emerging issues, and politically sensitive developments. Prepares strategic policy memos with clear analysis and recommendations. Recommends prioritization of engagement requests based on risk, impact, and alignment with YG priorities. Prepares briefing notes, correspondence, and recommendations. Whole-of-Government Coordination Coordinates cross-department input to ensure a whole-of-government perspective informs all positions. Works with internal policy staff and subject matter experts to develop and refine YG's policy positions on external initiatives. External Engagement Support Drafts high-quality correspondence, briefing notes, and speaking notes for YG leadership in intergovernmental engagement. Participates in co-development processes with treaty partners and other governments. Engages with officials from other governments to seek clarity and advance YG's positions. Tracks incoming referrals and ensures timely, strategic responses. Treaty-Informed Advice Identifies risks, impacts, and opportunities in external processes. Applies treaty frameworks to all analysis and recommendations. Supports negotiation and intergovernmental discussions with analysis, context, and options. Monitors emerging issues and proactively flags strategic considerations. Internal Process & Governance Implements IGA processes, tools, and standards to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality. Drafts internal policies, procedures, and guidance documents to support YG governance and decision-making.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Required: Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Indigenous Studies, or related field Minimum 2–4 years of policy, research, or intergovernmental experience Strong analytical, research, and writing skills, including briefing notes and policy memos Familiarity with treaty implementation and Indigenous governance Preferred: Experience working with or for a Modern Treaty First Nation Familiarity with the Maa-nulth Final Agreement Master's degree in a related discipline
CORE COMPETENCIES Policy analysis & research Briefing-note writing Treaty & legislative literacy Cross-departmental collaboration Attention to detail Discretion with sensitive information
WORKING CONDITIONS Office and hybrid work; periodic travel to Hitacu, Port Alberni, Victoria, and Ottawa Occasional evening work tied to engagement deadlines
CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS Commitment to upholding the Maa-nulth Final Agreement and YG's rights and jurisdiction Respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ culture, language, and protocols
About Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government (Ucluelet First Nation Government)
The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government is a modern treaty government located in hitac̓u on the west coast of Vancouver Island. There are currently approximately 700 Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Citizens located in hitac̓u, Port Alberni, Nanaimo, Victoria, Vancouver, Campbell River, and across Canada and the United States. Our Government jurisdiction extends over nearly 5,500 hectares of Treaty Settlement Land surrounding the community of hitac̓u, as well as territory north of Ucluelet, in the Effingham Inlet and along the Nahmint River.
The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government is a member of the Maa-nulth Treaty Society and through the Maa-nulth First Nations Final Agreement, is a modern treaty nation operating with a government to government relationship with Canada and the province of British Columbia. Also a member of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government continues to promote education and community programs that enhance Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ and Nuu-chah-nulth identity. “The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ asserts that we have exercised sovereign authority over our lands since time immemorial. Despite the arrival of settlers on our lands the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ has preserved and protected our traditional territories and we accept the obligations and responsibilities inherent in governing.
It is the desire of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ government to govern in a manner that is responsible, transparent, democratic and accountable, blending hereditary and modern-day governing institutions. In doing so, our governing structures honour our past and embrace the future ensuring the continued existence of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nation as a strong political, social and cultural community that aspires us to grow as an organized, determined, successful and self-reliant peoples.” Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government Act, Preamble
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Policy & Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst
About the role
Classification: Band 5 — Senior Specialist Reports To: Manager, Intergovernmental Affairs or delegate Location: Hybrid — travel and visits to Hitacu as required Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary Band: Band 5 ($61,800 – $92,700)
POSITION PURPOSE The Policy & Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst plays a key role in advancing YG's intergovernmental priorities by analyzing policy and legislative developments, shaping YG's positions, and supporting strategic engagement with other governments. The role bridges external processes and internal governance by translating complex developments into actionable advice, policies, and coordinated responses that uphold YG's rights and treaty obligations.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Policy & Legislative Analysis Reviews policy and legislative initiatives from federal, provincial, and local governments to identify interactions with the Maa-nulth Final Agreement, YG laws, and governance priorities. Analyzes implications for YG's rights, jurisdiction, and areas of interest (forestry, waters, harvesting, culture). Researches legal, treaty, and policy frameworks. Strategic Memos & Briefings Researches government activities, emerging issues, and politically sensitive developments. Prepares strategic policy memos with clear analysis and recommendations. Recommends prioritization of engagement requests based on risk, impact, and alignment with YG priorities. Prepares briefing notes, correspondence, and recommendations. Whole-of-Government Coordination Coordinates cross-department input to ensure a whole-of-government perspective informs all positions. Works with internal policy staff and subject matter experts to develop and refine YG's policy positions on external initiatives. External Engagement Support Drafts high-quality correspondence, briefing notes, and speaking notes for YG leadership in intergovernmental engagement. Participates in co-development processes with treaty partners and other governments. Engages with officials from other governments to seek clarity and advance YG's positions. Tracks incoming referrals and ensures timely, strategic responses. Treaty-Informed Advice Identifies risks, impacts, and opportunities in external processes. Applies treaty frameworks to all analysis and recommendations. Supports negotiation and intergovernmental discussions with analysis, context, and options. Monitors emerging issues and proactively flags strategic considerations. Internal Process & Governance Implements IGA processes, tools, and standards to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality. Drafts internal policies, procedures, and guidance documents to support YG governance and decision-making.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Required: Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Indigenous Studies, or related field Minimum 2–4 years of policy, research, or intergovernmental experience Strong analytical, research, and writing skills, including briefing notes and policy memos Familiarity with treaty implementation and Indigenous governance Preferred: Experience working with or for a Modern Treaty First Nation Familiarity with the Maa-nulth Final Agreement Master's degree in a related discipline
CORE COMPETENCIES Policy analysis & research Briefing-note writing Treaty & legislative literacy Cross-departmental collaboration Attention to detail Discretion with sensitive information
WORKING CONDITIONS Office and hybrid work; periodic travel to Hitacu, Port Alberni, Victoria, and Ottawa Occasional evening work tied to engagement deadlines
CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS Commitment to upholding the Maa-nulth Final Agreement and YG's rights and jurisdiction Respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ culture, language, and protocols
About Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government (Ucluelet First Nation Government)
The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government is a modern treaty government located in hitac̓u on the west coast of Vancouver Island. There are currently approximately 700 Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Citizens located in hitac̓u, Port Alberni, Nanaimo, Victoria, Vancouver, Campbell River, and across Canada and the United States. Our Government jurisdiction extends over nearly 5,500 hectares of Treaty Settlement Land surrounding the community of hitac̓u, as well as territory north of Ucluelet, in the Effingham Inlet and along the Nahmint River.
The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government is a member of the Maa-nulth Treaty Society and through the Maa-nulth First Nations Final Agreement, is a modern treaty nation operating with a government to government relationship with Canada and the province of British Columbia. Also a member of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government continues to promote education and community programs that enhance Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ and Nuu-chah-nulth identity. “The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ asserts that we have exercised sovereign authority over our lands since time immemorial. Despite the arrival of settlers on our lands the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ has preserved and protected our traditional territories and we accept the obligations and responsibilities inherent in governing.
It is the desire of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ government to govern in a manner that is responsible, transparent, democratic and accountable, blending hereditary and modern-day governing institutions. In doing so, our governing structures honour our past and embrace the future ensuring the continued existence of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nation as a strong political, social and cultural community that aspires us to grow as an organized, determined, successful and self-reliant peoples.” Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government Act, Preamble