Chief Executive Officer - Wolastoqey Economic Development Corporation

Position : Chief Executive Officer

WolastoqeyEconomic Development Corporation

Term : one yearwiththepossibilityto renew.

The WolastoqeyEconomic Development Corporation (WEDCo) isNation-leddedicatedtofosteringlong-term prosperityforWolastoqeycommunities througheconomic development, whilerooted in our valuesand cultureandsupportingindigenous Treaty and Title Rights.WEDCoseeksto createopportunitiesthat strengthen our communities, support self-determination,WEDCois the first-of-kind initiative toestablisha Nation based economic platform for theWolastoqeyNation. The importance and responsibility associated with the develop of such entity cannot be understated.

Formore informationvisitwww.wedc.net.

The CEOwill leadWEDCowith a vision grounded inWolastoqeyviews whileplaying arole in shaping regional prosperity.Here'sa breakdown of the key qualifications and responsibilities for this position :

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership :

• Develop and implement long-term strategies to promote economic growth and regional competitiveness.
• Align organizational goals with community needs and stakeholder priorities.

Economic Development Initiatives :

Stakeholder Engagement :

Organizational Management :

Qualifications

Skills :

Assets :

Remuneration iscommensuratewith qualifications and experience.The Salary Range for this position is $90,000.00 - $150,000.00.WolastoqeyEconomic Development Corporation offers competitive salaries and benefits to employees.The workinglocation is in New Brunswick, preferably within theWolastoqeyNation(some hybrid work may berequiredinitially).

Applications(Resumeandcoverletter) should besubmittedin confidence via email, with the subject line WEDCoCEO to careers@wedc.net or via . The deadline for applications isFebruary15th, 2026; however, resumeswill be reviewed as theyarrive,and interview may beset upbefore the deadline. Please note that a decision will not be made before the deadline.

Note : Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.

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