OPPORTUNITY: BOARD OF DIRECTOR POSITION (ALBERTA, CANADA)
Background
The Settlement Investment Corporation (SIC) is wholly owned by the Settlement Sooniyaw Corporation (SSC), which in turn is owned by the Metis Settlement General Council (MSGC) on behalf of the eight Metis Settlements in Alberta.
SIC is a non-for-profit Aboriginal Capital Corporation (ACC) delivering a range of financial (commercial developmental lender) and business services to Metis Settlement members, on or off Settlement, across Alberta.
SIC is currently inviting applications for one board position. SIC is specifically seeking individuals with a business or professional background (accountant, banker, business consultant), corporate lawyer or extensive business acumen. The board composition will consist of five members: three Settlement professional representatives and two non-Settlement professional representatives.
For more information about SIC, visit our website: www.settlementinvestcorp.com
Position Summary
The Board of Directors provides direction to the governance affairs of the business that will ensure the company’s development and growth. The Board of Directors brings an outside perspective, encourage and supports management’s thinking, reviews and approves major decisions, approves the strategic plan and commercial repayable loans over $50,000 to $250,000 and monitors the progress of key initiatives and the achievements of strategic operational objectives and plan.
This position is of considerable responsibility and substance, requiring a dedicated, consistent time commitment of 50 to 75 hours per year, on average, depending on the director’s role. Meetings are held once per month and usually lasts up to 2 hours in length, on average, from 10AM-12Pm local time.
Honoraria and eligible travel expenses are provided. A board travel policy will be provided upon appointment.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities to the Organization:
· Offer expertise to guide the Corporation, advising on compliance and best practices.
· To provide, to the best of their ability, direction to the total governance of the business that will ensure the Corporation’s development and growth in products, services, markets, and financial viability.
· To serve as the Board policy-setting body of the Corporation; and to select and/or direct the General Manager of the Corporation.
· To act honestly and in good faith with a view to the best interests of the Corporation; and
· To serve the collective interest and investment of the shareholders, community members, and sponsors.
Responsibilities of the Board
· Attend meetings and provide financial (loan approvals and financial statements), legal or human resources review, insights and facilitate discussions as needed.
· Support and participate in managing the board’s appointments, elections, recruitment, nominations, evaluations, and planning.
· Support and participate in committees, as required.
· Fulfill other responsibilities such as Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary, etc. when elected or assigned.
· Manage other affairs of the board as outlined in the policy of the Board of Directors.
Key Qualifications and Competencies
· Possess a background in business (either owned or functioned as a business consultant), commercial banking, knowledge in finances, accounting, paired with a solid grasp of business principles.
· Understand the social and economic challenges confronted by Indigenous entrepreneurs.
· Demonstrate leadership in a relevant field or endeavor and have a strong entrepreneurial
compassion; and
· Sign an oath of confidentiality, demonstrate discretion, and undergo external checks as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Possess exemplary character, integrity, transparency, accountability, and business acumen.
· Knowledge of Aboriginal Capital Corporation (ACC) or Aboriginal Financial Institutions (AFI) history and mandate.
· Understand governance roles and navigating sensitive, complex political environments.
· Respect confidential material provided and discussions.
· Knowledge of the National Aboriginal Capital Corporation’s (NACCA) mandate, programs, and services.
Application and Selection
Preference will be given to Alberta-based candidates. However, other considerations will be entertained. For the out-of-province applicants, please be advised that, if appointed, reimbursement of eligible travel costs will be based on travel within Alberta (for example, from Edmonton airport to the SIC office). Alternatively, if there is an appointed out-of-province candidate, attending board meetings digitally via Teams software will be expected to reduce travel costs, and this person must attend in person one SIC board meeting annually to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Board member appointments will be based on members skills and experience, industry knowledge, and ability to contribute to strategic decision making.
Selected applicants will be invited to an interview before a final recommendation will be presented to the SSC Board for final appointments.
Please forward your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Questions
Questions can be directed to: [email protected]
The closing date for submissions will be on July 20, 2026.
Job Type: Casual
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
