Are you a skilled communicator with a sound grasp of natural resource management who values building strong and effective relationships with Indigenous communities and non-Indigenous stakeholders?
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is looking for experienced professionals to provide expert coordination, advice, and leadership working with Indigenous communities on resource management programs in Southern Region. This position works closely with Indigenous communities through consultation, engagement and knowledge building opportunities. and is focused on developing and maintaining relationships through excellent communications
Please Note: These positions are located at 106 Monck Street, Bancroft, 31 Riverside Drive, Pembroke, 615 John Street North, Aylmer, 1 Stone Road West, Guelph, however alternate work arrangements may be available
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We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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About the job
In this position, you will:
• Provide advice, plan and lead Indigenous programs and initiatives
• Promote understanding, co-operation and participation in the ministry's sustainable resource management programs with a focus on lands and resource allocation with communities and other users
• Act as the ministry representative or advisor in resource and issue negotiation with Indigenous communities and associations
• Prepare budget submissions and explore funding options as well as authorize and track expenditures for Indigenous and non-Indigenous programs and initiatives within communities
• Assist in the development and delivery of community outreach initiatives to non-Indigenous communities
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You possess a valid class G driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
Specialized Knowledge:
• You have the ability to learn or have knowledge of sensitivity to Indigenous culture, social and economic issues, concerns, legislation, policies and communities within the service area.
• You have the ability to learn or have knowledge of and experience applying resource management principles, practices, policies and procedures and government resource management policies, programs, operations and initiatives.
• You have the ability to act as a ministry representative in fulfilling the Crown's duty to consult (Section 35 of the Constitution) for land use and natural resource management.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• You have proven conflict resolution and facilitation skills to negotiate and build consensus on resource management issues.
• You demonstrate abilities to foster effective relationships with stakeholders and Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities and associations.
• You have the ability to provide advice and information effectively and produce written products such as such as briefing notes, reports, presentations and correspondence.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
• You have demonstrated ability to research and analyze information and data to respond to requests, issues and/or concerns.
• You are able to apply policies, procedures and directives to determine/recommend solutions and provide issues management support.
Administrative Skills:
• You possess proven skills to prepare work plans/budgets and track and monitor expenditures/deliverables.
• You are able to prioritize, coordinate and complete work in given timeframes.