Manager, Planning - Indigenous Services

About the role

MNP, a national accounting, tax and business consulting firm serving Indigenous Nations, businesses and entrepreneurs in Canada, is looking for a strategic, community-focused Manager, Planning to join its Indigenous Services team in Toronto. The role combines technical planning knowledge, qualitative research skills and project management expertise to help shape sustainable, community-driven development that integrates land, culture and long-term visioning.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the proposal and delivery of consulting engagements focused on planning services in the Indigenous sector, such as capital plans, land/traditional use studies, financial analysis and Comprehensive Community Plans (CCP)
• Collaborate with Indigenous partners to develop planning frameworks that reflect community priorities
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research, including socio-economic, environmental, regulatory and financial analysis
• Manage engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials
• Identify ways to add value to clients, maintain high quality control and address client-specific risks
• Review, design and develop high-quality deliverables such as reports, presentations and correspondence
• Network locally, pursue business development opportunities and prepare competitive proposals
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members, and remain flexible to travel when necessary

Required profile

• Degree in Urban/Regional/Rural Planning, Indigenous Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in community planning, ideally with Indigenous communities
• Experience in consulting or a strong interest in consulting work
• Deep understanding of Indigenous governance and planning contexts is an asset

Required skills

• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Qualitative research, financial analysis and community-based engagement
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical writing and presentation development

What we offer

• Annual salary range of $90,000 - $140,000, depending on skills, experience, certifications and location
• Generous base pay, vacation time and 4 paid personal days
• Group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products and bonus programs
• Flexible benefits, mental health resources and professional development assistance through MNP University