Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government (Ucluelet First Nation Government)

Content Writer

• The Grant Writer is a central services role within the Executive & Administration department, providing government-wide grant development, writing, and stewardship support to all departments of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government.
• Identify funding opportunities aligned with Nation priorities, prepare high-quality proposals, manage submission timelines, and support Directors in tracking funder commitments and reporting obligations.
• Work in partnership with program leaders to translate community-driven priorities into compelling, accurate funding applications that respect Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ self-government.
• Maintain a living pipeline of funding opportunities and advise on strategic value.
• Draft, edit, and submit grant applications and letters of intent on behalf of all departments.
• Ensure proposals reflect the Nation's self-governing status and respect traditional knowledge protocols.
• Partner with Directors and program staff to gather inputs and support proposal development meetings.
• Maintain a centralized grant tracker covering all stages of the grant process and provide regular reporting to Senior Leadership.

Grant Writer

Analyst

• Reviews policy and legislative initiatives from federal, provincial, and local governments
• Analyzes implications for YG's rights, jurisdiction, and areas of interest
• Researches government activities, emerging issues, and politically sensitive developments
• Prepares strategic policy memos with clear analysis and recommendations
• Coordinates cross-department input to ensure a whole-of-government perspective informs all positions
• Drafts high-quality correspondence, briefing notes, and speaking notes for YG leadership
• Identifies risks, impacts, and opportunities in external processes
• Implements IGA processes, tools, and standards to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality

Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst

Director

• Provides strategic leadership and coordination of intergovernmental relationships for YG
• Represents YG in negotiations and high-level engagements
• Supports key cross-departmental initiatives
• Establishes and maintains strong government-to-government relationships
• Leads or oversees negotiations with other governments and external entities
• Develops and manages the annual planning budget
• Oversees procurement and management of consultant contracts

Director – Intergovernmental Affairs

Financial Planning and Analysis

• provide strong financial stewardship across the organization
• work closely with the Executive, Legislature, and Finance Committee
• provide financial leadership, advice, and oversight
• support transparent governance, informed decision-making, and long-term financial sustainability
• lead and manage the Finance Department
• strengthen core financial systems, controls, and internal capacity
• support effective budgeting and financial management
• oversee financial reporting, audit coordination, treasury and cash flow management
• prepare and present clear, accurate financial reports and analysis
• oversee relationships with external auditors, advisors, and consultants

Chief Financial Officer, CFO

Community Manager

• Lead and manage the Community Planning function of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government
• Ensure development and integration of planning initiatives aligned with Treaty obligations
• Oversee zoning, development permit areas, and land-use regulatory frameworks
• Monitor implementation of planning objectives
• Supervise planning staff and external consultants
• Conduct performance management and workforce planning
• Develop and manage the annual planning budget.
• Lead culturally grounded engagement processes with the community.

Grant Writer

Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst

Director – Intergovernmental Affairs

Chief Financial Officer, CFO

Manager, Community Planning