CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Nı̨́h Hoghedi Kóe Government Inc. (NHK) is the central governing organization established to represent the Athabasca Denesųłiné and carry out responsibilities under the Athabasca Denesųłiné Agreement (North of 60 Agreement).

The Agreement creates the framework for treaty implementation, governance, enrolment, appointments, harvesting organizations and related responsibilities. NHK must ensure that its decisions, structures and activities remain consistent with the Agreement and its governance documents.

NHK is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the development and operation of the organization, turning the Agreement and Board decisions into plans, budgets, policies, operating systems, relationships and results.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a senior leader with a related degree, experience in Indigenous governance or public administration, and demonstrated ability to work with First Nations, governments and boards. The successful candidate will bring strong governance, financial, organizational, planning and relationship-management skills and the ability to interpret and implement complex agreements.

Reports to 

NHK Board of Directors

Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of NHK responsibilities under the Agreement.
• Establish and manage NHK operations, staff, plans, budgets, policies and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with First Nations, governments, boards and other partners.
• Support sound governance and build organizational capacity.
• Monitor developments affecting wildlife, lands and resource management.

Compensation

• Salary will be commensurate with experience/education

Deadline to submit your application: October 31st, 2026
If interested, please send resume and cover letter with subject line CEO  to:
Attention: Ron Robillard, President/Chief Negotiator Denesųłiné Né Né Land Corp.,
Phone: 306-953-7287
Email: rrobillard@adnlc.ca

We appreciate all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.