Coordinator, Arctic Community Engagement (Aklavlik)

WWF

Position description:

WWF-Canada seeks an energetic and self-driven Coordinator, Arctic Community Engagement with a passion for the Arctic Environment and an interest and experience in ecological, social, and/or cultural research. The Coordinator will provide support on the following:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinating “Clean Camps, Clean Coast” project: working closely with local agencies, contractors and volunteers to coordinate a camp and coastline clean-up in two Inuvialuit communities.
  • Community-based Mapping, Research, and Data Collection: Assess, compile, and catalogue relevant baseline and spatial social, economic, cultural, environmental, traditional knowledge information.
  • Event Planning and Administration: Organize and participate in and document presentations and events.
  • Community Outreach and Engagement: develop communications materials outlining community perspectives on cultural and ecological values.
  • Some travel to communities, and work in remote locations may be required.

Requirements:

  • Must be a resident of the Northwest Territories, preferably Inuvialuit or Gwichiin Settlement region.
  • A full-time student under the age of 30 years and must be returning to college or University full-time in the fall (based on grant funding guidelines).
  • Project management and organizational abilities are required.
  • Previous research experience is preferred but not required.
  • Comfort in travelling and working in remote locations.
  • Experience with GIS, photography, and video are an asset.
  • Some training will be provided by WWF staff. 
  • Capable of taking periodic direction and working with minimal supervision, organizing his/her time and effort to accomplish goals.
  • Strong critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
  • Good written and verbal communications skills.
  • Skills in word processing and working with Microsoft Office.
  • Familiarity with the work and values of WWF.
  • Bilingual English/Inuvialuktun is an asset.

Other Information:

This is an 8 week contract position that will be based out of the Hunter and Trappers Committee (HTC) offices based in Aklavik, NWT.  The successful candidate will be remunerated for this internship.

How to apply:

If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity, please visit: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=13673461 to submit your application.  The deadline for applications is 5pm (EST) Friday, July 3, 2015.
 
WWF-Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and aboriginal peoples.

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