Protected Areas Agent

Job Description

Department: Social and Cultural Development

Location: To Be Determined

Salary Grade 2: (Min. $35,737.00 – Max. $47,709.00)

Status: Temporary One Year Contract

 

Core Functions

Protected Areas Agent will work closely with the Special Projects Technician in implementing, administering and monitoring the Challenge Fund-related projects and initiatives of the Cree Nation Youth Council (CNYC).

 

Functional Responsibilities

• Work in support of the Special Projects Technician, on project management and coordination of projects funded through the Challenge Fund.
• Provide support to regional partners, Cree local administration, and Cree Entities when requested or required.
• Monitor and report non-compliance of programs funded through the CF agreement.
• Assist in coordination of all planned meetings within the projects.
• Provide assistance on assessing financial progress reports and claims.
• Update and maintain the information in Challenge Fund financial database.
• Monitor and summarize the progress of the projects funded through the Challenge Fund and provide monthly reports to the Special Projects Technician.
• Collaborate with the Special Projects Technician to identify training needs and recommend solutions and support training and development.
• Assist in the creation of monthly reports on the status of projects, initiatives and trainings administered.
• Work in collaboration with the regional team to ensure any reporting, surveys and feedback are collected at each training or workshop.

 

Interaction/Communication Responsibilities

• Maintain a good working relationship with all stakeholders such as Cree Nation Government personnel in Social and Cultural Development & Environment and Remedial Works, Youth Councils, Youth Chiefs and Youth Coordinators.
• Promote ongoing, effective and open communication with employees.

 

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.

 

Education

• Attestation of Collegial Studies (ACS) in a Wildlife related field or relevant field experience.

 

Experience

• Less than One year of relevant experience.

 

Language

• Fluency in verbal Cree, English and French.
• Ability to write in English.
• Ability to write in French is considered an asset.

 

Knowledge and Abilities

• Proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and to adapt to a changing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

 

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work both in an office and outside setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

 

The Cree Nation Government may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned requirements if a suitable candidate who is a JBNQA beneficiary accepts to follow a training plan determined by the Cree Nation Government as a condition of employment.

 

Application Period

From June 18, 2020 to July 10, 2020

 

Application

Your application must be sent by email with the competition number: SCD-200601-1

Valerie Mianscum

Recruitment Officer

Email:   hr@cngov.ca

Tel.:      819-673-2600