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10 de octubre de 2019

Conservación y educación ambiental en Canadá

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of: CONSERVATION & EDUCATION SPECIALIST (Permanent, Full Time Position) Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of the Renewable Resources Department, the Conservation & Education Specialist will:
Ensure that the ecological integrity of the Nunavik Parks is maintained: o Implement the conservation plans; o Design, implement and update monitoring plans; o Propose and realize research projects designed to validate and increase knowledge of the parks; o Analyze and monitor scientific research projects approved by the Harmonization Committees; o Ensure that the activities of the visitors and the park employees are respectful of the environmental code of ethics and park regulations; o In collaboration with Park Wardens, monitor the wildlife protection plan; o Manage, update and deliver training to the staff concerning parks conservation and education missions;
Implement and update the education plan for Nunavik parks: o Ensure the complementary nature of park activities; o Ensure that the yearly activities foreseen in the Education Plan are realized; o Design and identify educational material; o In collaboration with the local and regional education authorities, develop and deliver a school program on Nunavik Parks; o Validate the educational components of parks communications; o Provide expertise in the organization of interpretive activities including the presentation of exhibits in the interpretation centers. o Assist in meetings of the Harmonization Committees.
Act as a resource person in the development of Nunavik Parks: o For each new park created, participate with MDDEP in the preparation of education and conservation plans; o Participate in the development and realization of the park exhibitions for the interpretation centers; o As required, provide expertise in activities leading to the creation and opening of parks in Nunavik; o Participate in the training program as concerns education and conservation for the park employees recruited prior to the parks openings; o Assist in meetings of the Harmonization Committees. 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess a university degree in the natural sciences (Biology, Geology, Geography, etc.) or have 5 years of relevant experience;
Possess a thorough knowledge of Inuit archaeology, history and culture;
Possess good research, analysis, summary and writing skills;
Possess solid teamwork experience;
Languages spoken and written fluency in at least two of the following languages Inuktitut, French, English.
Possess a working knowledge of widely used computer software within a Macintosh environment (word processors, spread sheets, databases, etc.);
Be available to travel frequently in Nunavik Place of work: Kuujjuaq. Salary: Minimum $52 983 and maximum $90 909 annually (Class 10). Benefits: Cost-of-living differential: minimum $8 500 annually. Food allowance: minimum $3 453 annually. Annual leave allowance: minimum 3. Simplified pension plan: 6% employer; 4% employee. Group insurance. Vacation: 20 days annually. Statutory holidays: 19 days including 10 during the Christmas period. 
Send your résumé and a short presentation letter in English and French before October 16, 2019 to: Human Resources Kativik Regional Government P.O. Box 9 Kuujjuaq QC J0M 1C0 Fax: 819-964-2975 Email: humanresources@krg.ca The KRG is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with this and with the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement, conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit candidates. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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