Indigenous Relations Liaison

What You Will Do

You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong partnerships and relationships with Indigenous communities, Nations and organizations in a meaningful, respectful, and supportive manner to support stewardship projects that advance mutually beneficial conservation goals in a matter that mutually supports community protocols.

This will involve collaborative efforts with other business lines including conservation programs, policy, fundraising, and communications to achieve mutual conservation goals.

You need to be an enthusiastic team player and passionate about the outdoors – a self-starter who can work with anyone, and capable of working alone in remote settings under minimal supervision and recognize the importance of environmental stewardship.

You are independent, resourceful and possess strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills and can manage numerous projects on tight deadlines.

You are a persuasive, goal-oriented individual. Your personal and professional experience and directly related knowledge make you the ideal candidate for this position.

The successful candidate will also have an affinity to the outdoors, conservation, and the world of waterfowl.

Requirements

• Successful candidates in this position may come from a variety of academic backgrounds.
• Specific experience in knowledge gathering and sharing within an ethical space to support Indigenous-led conservation.
• Strong planning, reporting and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license; experience with various outdoor equipment including GPS and ATV’s.
• Advanced certification/training on Indigenous Engagement or other related specialized study will be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with the non-profit and/or environmental conservation sectors would also be considered an asset.

What We Offer

• 3 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sick days
• Comprehensive compensation & benefits package

Position Details: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: Starting salary at $65,100, based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will commensurate with each individual’s education and/or experience as it relates to the position.

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