Nature Conservancy of Canada,Conservation Volunteers Assistant Jobs in Canada

C) is a private, non-profit organization
that prides itself on its entrepreneurial, science-based approach to achieving
conservation success through direct action. Since 1962, NCC and its supporters
have protected more than 2.8 million acres (1.1 million hectares) of
ecologically significant land across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative,
science-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature
and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across
the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.

Purpose and General Description:

This summer share your passion for the environment with Albertans of all ages!
Inspire others to take part in meaningful, hands-on conservation work with the
Nature Conservancy of Canada by joining the Conservation Volunteers (CV) team
in Alberta. As an Alberta CV Assistant, you will assist with the coordination
of volunteer-driven stewardship projects on NCC conservation lands and take a
lead role in program delivery on the ground.

These volunteer events are designed to engage individuals of all ages in
priority conservation work, such as habitat restoration, biological
inventories, and infrastructure improvement, while providing a fun and
educational experience for participants in nature. Events include such things
as conducting butterfly surveys, making wildlife-friendly improvements to
fences, and planting native species to help revegetate ecologically significant
habitats.

Working under the Conservation Engagement Program Manager, and collaboratively
with the Conservation Program Assistant, you will have the opportunity to
explore new ways to effectively engage the public in environmental
conservation, while gaining both office and field experience with a leading national
environmental non-profit organization.

This is an ideal position for undergraduate students studying Natural or
Environmental Sciences who are interested in the human side of conservation.
The position offers a dynamic mix of hands-on restoration work, environmental
communications, and public engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Intern will work closely with the Conservation Engagement Program Manager to:
• Assist with logistical coordination of 25-30 CV events between May and
October;
• Work with interns & staff to lead volunteers through hands-on work
projects on remote NCC properties throughout Alberta;
• Ensure a high level of safety during events;
• Develop program-specific communications materials (posters, factsheets, etc)
and promote volunteer events to media outlets across the province;
• Generate communication materials to promote the program (blogs, web content,
video, etc.);
• Collect, enter and track volunteer data and event metrics (paperwork,
evaluations, outcomes);
• Ensure volunteers are recognized and thanked for their support;
• Collect, enter and track any field data collected, including weed/plant
inventories, wildlife observations, monitoring records and management issues;
• Recommend follow-up stewardship projects for 2017 based on observations and
work in the field;
• Act as an ambassador for NCC at internal/external events and when speaking to
media (where appropriate).

Required Skills and Attributes:

This posting is targeted to someone possessing the following skills and
abilities:
• Works well in a dynamic setting, including both office and outdoor
environments under various weather conditions (e.g. temperature and
precipitation extremes) and in variable terrain;
• Is flexible and open to working some long days and multiple weekends;
• Enjoys working with people of all ages in an outdoor setting;
• Has demonstrated experience leading and managing large groups of people of
varying demographics;
• Has basic plant and wildlife identification skills and an understanding of
conservation issues/concepts;
• Has some familiarity with basic hand tools (hammers, loppers, fencing tools,
etc.);
• Has an interest/experience in public engagement and communicating
environmental topics;
• High attention to detail with excellent time management and organizational
abilities;
• Self-starting, proactive and capable of working both independently and in a
team setting;
• Can communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• High level of comfort with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
etc.);
• Photography/videography experience is an asset;
• Graphic design experience is an asset;
• Must have a valid certificate in Standard First Aid – Level C CPR;
• Possesses a valid Non-Probationary (Class 5) Driver’s License.

Terms of Employment:
• Full-time (37.5 hrs / week), 6 month position (May – October) with
possibility of extension. Salary is $16/hour. End date is flexible.
• Position is based out of Calgary but requires extensive travel throughout
Alberta with overnight stays away from home, as well as some weekends in remote
or rural areas (expenses covered).
• Applicants must reside within the Calgary area.

To Apply:

Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume quoting
“AB – Conservation Volunteers Assistant” to:

Attention: Kailey Setter, Conservation Volunteers Coordinator
Email: kailey.setter@natureconservancy.ca

Application Deadline: Sunday, February 21st, 2016

No telephone calls please. Late applications will not be considered.

We thank everyone who applies for their interest in the Nature Conservancy of
Canada; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.