OVERVIEW
Salary: $55,000 - 65,000
Reports To: Policy Program Manager
Location: Nanaimo (Remote 80%/On-site Office 20%)
Deadline to apply: December 6, 2024
ABOUT US
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and...
OVERVIEW
Salary: $55,000 - 65,000
Reports To: Policy Program Manager
Location: Nanaimo (Remote 80%/On-site Office 20%)
Deadline to apply: December 6, 2024
ABOUT US
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering First Nations individuals, businesses, and governments in increasing their leadership and participation within British Columbia’s forest sector. We provide access to essential tools, information, and resources to enable First Nations to seize opportunities and make informed decisions that transform the forest sector. Through engagement, collaboration, and respect for traditional laws and protocols, we strive to unite diverse communities to shape the sustainable management of forests for future generations.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Policy Program Manager, the Policy Coordinator will assist in supporting the development, analysis, communication and information sharing of policies, regulations and legislation related to forestry practices impacting First Nations communities. You will also play a key role in supporting Forest Landscape Planning and other collaborative initiatives with the provincial Ministry of Forests. Among the responsibilities of the role are:
Policy Development and Reform: Conduct research on forest policies, amendments to forest legislation, issues related to land management and environmental regulations to support the development of informed policy recommendations. Assist in analyzing proposed policies and legislation to assess their potential impact on First Nations communities, forestry practices, and environmental conservation.
Communications: Write detailed reports, policy briefs, meeting summaries, conference proceedings, newsletter and website content, and other policy-related material to support the work of the policy team.
Administration: Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, organizing events, booking travel, maintaining records, and managing correspondence related to policy initiatives. Assist in coordinating consultations, workshops, and engagement sessions with First Nations communities, ensuring their meaningful participation in decision-making processes.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you are interested in applying, please send your cover letter and resume to Careers@forestrycouncil.ca. You can review the full job description here.
Under Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify in their cover letter.
The Forestry Council is grateful to work on the unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.