Ducks Unlimited Canada,Conservation Programs Specialist Jobs in Canada

 one year fixed term, with possible extension

Organization: Ducks Unlimited Canada

Job
Type:

Contract/Project/Temporary

Location: Amherst

Posting
Date:
Apr
13, 2015

Deadline: Apr 27, 2015

Website: http://www.ducks.ca

Organization Description:
Job Description:

Ducks Unlimited
Canada (DUC), the leader in wetland conservation, is looking for a
confident, energetic and dedicated professional to join our team. As a
Conservation Programs Specialist, you will provide support to help grow
DUC’s capabilities to serve its clients who require wetland restoration
services.

In this position,
you will communicate directly with clients, DUC Conservation Delivery staff
and Government staff who manage wetland conservation policies in Nova
Scotia and New Brunswick. Working within a strong team environment, you
will also take on responsibilities for managing clients, tracking client
contracts, tracking project budgets, generating project reports, follow-up
with clients and regulatory agencies as required through the wetland
compensation process in NB and NS.

You need to be an
enthusiastic team player and passionate about the outdoors – a self-starter
who can work with anyone, and is capable of working under minimal
supervision.You are independent, resourceful and possess strong leadership,
organizational and interpersonal skills and can manage numerous projects on
tight deadlines.Your strong communication and negotiation skills enable you to
deal effectively with various stakeholders.You are a persuasive,
goal-oriented individual.  Your personal and professional experience
and directly related knowledge make you the ideal candidate for
this position.

Qualifications:

▪ Post-secondary
degree/diploma in biology, ecology,forestry, or resource management

▪ Knowledge of
business principles or contract management is an asset

▪ Knowledge of
wetland systems, wetland identification, GIS, and bilingualism are
considered assets.

▪ Strong
communication skills which can be applied to advance DUC’s mission.

▪ Able to take
initiative; must work well in a team setting and also independently with
minimum 

supervision.

▪ Valid driver’s
license and reliable transportation capable of accessing rural/forestry roads.

▪ A personal
commitment and passion for waterfowl and wetland conservation make you the
ideal candidate for this position.

▪ Solid
understanding of Microsoft Excel

▪ Capable of working
and communicating with diverse groups of people in dynamic settings

▪ Strong data
management skills, experience in developing and managing contracts

▪ Strong
oral/written communication and presentation skills

▪ Ability to work
independently and in a team setting

▪ Good time
management skills

▪ Ability to work on
multiple projects, set priorities, and meet rigid deadlines

▪ A valid Canadian
driver’s license is required

Apply To:

How to Apply

If you are qualified
and interested in this opportunity, please email your cover letter (including
salary expectations) and resume for confidential consideration by April 27,
2015, to the attention of:

Kerri Walton
Ducks Unlimited Canada
Email: du_amherst@ducks.ca

Ducks Unlimited
Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC
partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners to
conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment.
Learn more at ducks.ca.

While DUC would like
to thank all applicants, only candidates
considered for an interview will be contacted.

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