Job Description

We are looking for a Supervisor, Repatriation

As the Supervisor, Repatriation, you will be responsible for conducting research and disseminating knowledge related to the history of collecting, and history and best practices of repatriation; planning and conducting repatriation activities; participating in federal treaty negotiations; collaborating with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders; and overseeing the day-to-day work of a team of repatriation professionals.

What we are looking for:

• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills;

• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a healthy work environment;

• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop and maintain complex multi-level relationships;

• Excellent planning and organizational skills;

• Proven ability to take initiative, lead and work effectively as part of a team;

Significant experience in:

• Public and institutional practices in the field of culture in relation to the issues and history of Indigenous Peoples;

• Responding to repatriation requests, land claims and treaty processes;

• Preparation and analysis of files concerning material culture (museum collection – an asset);

• Coordination of treaty implementation related to material culture of Indigenous origin (for a museum institution – an asset);

• Negotiation of complex agreements with third parties;

• Planning and implementation of complex and long-term projects;

• Team supervision.

Knowledge of:

• The Museum's mandate;

• Material culture of Indigenous origin;

• The history of repatriation, land claims, treaty negotiations, and their impact on Canadian museums;

• Ownership issues, including intellectual property, related to the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples in Canada;

• Canadian law and international laws, protocols and other legal documents relevant to Indigenous heritage.

Education: in the fields of anthropology, Indigenous Studies, Canadian Studies, or a relevant field, or equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

Compensation: E7P - $89,148 to $104,984 (under review)
Status: Permanent Full-Time (#10130)
Security Clearance: Enhanced Reliability
Location: 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec

Language: English and French (CBC). We encourage all candidates to submit their application, regardless of whether they believe they meet the linguistic requirements of the position. Qualified candidates will be sent for linguistic validation.

Open to: This process is open to Indigenous candidates only, including those on the recall list, museum employees, and external candidates. At all times, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

As part of our commitment to ensuring cultural integrity and respect for Indigenous communities and following the advice of our National Indigenous Council, validation of Indigenous identity for the retained candidates to roles specifically identified for Indigenous representation programming will be held.

Apply no later than June 21, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.