Organization: First Nations Fisheries Council of BC
Website: http://www.fnfisheriescouncil.ca
Location: West Vancouver, British Columbia
POSITION SUMMARY:
The First Nations Fisheries Council is seeking a passionate and
personable individual who is motivated and self-directing to join our
team as a Water Project Manager. Access to safe and healthy freshwater
habitat is critical to the continued survival of salmon and other fish
species. Developed with input from BC First Nations, the Water for
Fish is a strategic framework for water governance and management from
the perspective of hea
lthy fish habitats. Reporting to the FNFC
Strategic Development Manager, the Water Project Manager will work to
implement the Water for Fish initiative. Examples of Water for Fish
activities:
• Facilitating First Nations engagement in various water governance
and management processes, including developing an informal First
Nations water network, coordinating technical committees, and
organizing teleconferences, meetings and workshops on various topics.
• Analysis of water-related legislation, programs and policies and the
potential impacts on First Nations’ Title and Rights or Treaty Rights
and the potential impacts on fisheries and aquatic resources
• Strategic planning, project planning and management, and proposal
development.
• Conducting outreach and communication to increase awareness of the
both the FNFC and its projects and program areas and of various
federal, provincial, and regional water initiatives.
ABOUT US:
The FNFC is a unique, progressive organization that offers an exciting
opportunity to join a small, dedicated team. Through the BC First
Nations Fisheries Action Plan, BC First Nations have directed the FNFC
to support, protect, reconcile, and advance Aboriginal Title and
Rights and Treaty Rights as they relate to fisheries and the health
and protection of aquatic resources. Our priorities are to develop
effective governance mechanisms, form collaborative relationships
among First Nations organizations, and work together to build a united
voice on fisheries matters. The Water for Fish is a strategic
initiative to support BC First Nations in their engagement in water
governance and freshwater habitat management activities.
ABOUT YOU:
• You are genuinely interested and excited to be involved in water
resource governance and policy.
• You are a personable, energetic and motivated team player who can
“get it done”.
• You thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing work environment, and possess
the ability to be flexible and adaptive, manage multiple projects, set
priorities, and manage your time efficiently.
• You know when to take initiative and when you need to ask for
further direction.
• You enjoy working in small teams; you can rely on team members for
advice, but you are ultimately responsible for projects from start to
finish.
• You can contribute positively to the overall operations and
strategic direction of the organization within and outside of your
specific projects.
• You are a critical thinker with the ability to analyze complex
issues and identify, evaluate and recommend pathways forward.
• You are an excellent communicator both orally and in writing who
enjoys working with a wide range of people and organizations (First
Nations, Government, Environmental NGOs, etc.).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Plan, manage and monitor the implementation of the FNFC Water for
Fish initiative: project planning, budgeting, implementation,
sub-contractor management, evaluation, and reporting.
• Liaise with local, regional and provincial First Nations
Organizations, governments, environmental NGOs and/or others as
required to support and advance First Nations’ water rights and
priorities, to develop, plan and implement project activities, and to
analyze water governance policies.
• Develop communication and outreach strategies to engage First
Nations in water governance and management. This includes developing
and facilitating a First Nations Water Network as a discussion forum
for knowledge and information engage on various water-related topics,
issues and processes.
• Oversee and coordinate committee meetings, forums, workshops,
conference calls and other events, planning the agendas and chairing
or facilitating meetings as required.
• Identify and develop tools and resource materials to support First
Nations engagement in water governance and management processes.
• Draft and edit a variety of written materials: project reports,
proposals, correspondence, technical and policy briefing notes,
discussion papers, and communications materials (newsletter articles,
etc.).
• Regular communication with Strategic Development Manager on the
status and progress of activities.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:
• Bachelor Degree in biology, natural resource management, political
science, geography, or a related field of study, with a minimum of 3 –
5 years of direct work experience.
• Substantive knowledge in areas of water governance and policy,
fisheries management, and natural resources management are a strong
asset.
• Demonstrated project management experience through the entire
implementation cycle.
• Experience working with BC First Nations communities and/or First
Nations organizations is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, set priorities effectively and
problem solve, including early identification of issues/problems that
may arise.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential,
including interpersonal and collaboration skills with ability to
interact professionally with a range of individuals and organizations.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and commitment to
high quality work.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office – Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel.
JOB LOCATION:
The FNFC office is located at 100 Park Royal South in West Vancouver,
BC. Office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Some
travel and extended work hours will be required.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applicants are asked to email confidential letters of application and
resume, providing details of work experience and three references,
before 4:00 pm on Thursday July 31, 2014 to:
Ino Banesiu, Executive Assistant
First Nations Fisheries Council, #202 – 100 Park Royal South, West
Vancouver, BC V7T 1A2
E-mail: careers@fnfisheriescouncil.ca Subject line: Water Project Manager
The FNFC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment
equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply, however qualified
Aboriginal applicants will be given priority. The FNFC wishes to thank
all applicants for their interest, and advises that only those
candidates selected for an interviewed will be contacted. The posting
may remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.
