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COMPETITION: 202473
POSITION TYPE: Term
TERM: 3 Year Term (with possibility of extension – funding dependent)
SCHEDULE: Full-time (75 hours bi-weekly)
COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled
FIRST RESUME REVIEW DATE: Ongoing - See To Apply section below for more information.

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

JOB SUMMARY

Within Canada, the Inuvialuit Settlement Region (ISR) is experiencing tremendous environmental change due to an 8C increase in annual average temperature over the last 100 years. This increase has equated to several changes, including decreased ice conditions, shifting seasonality, unpredictable species migration/distribution and sudden onset of major storm events. Additionally, climate models have projected the accelerated increase in average annual temperatures to continue at an exponential rate.

In recognition of the overarching and increasing influence of climate change on almost every aspect of life in Inuvialuit communities, the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) aims to draw on the expertise of the Climate Change Program Coordinator to address not only the environmental aspects of climate change issues but also the interconnected health, socio-economic, cultural, and safety aspects of climate change impacts and adaptations.

Under the direction of the Research Administration and Programs Manager, the Climate Change Program Coordinator will address short- and long-term climate programming needs by supporting regional/community climate change priorities and administering climate change projects in the ISR.

The Climate Change Program Coordinator will solicit community feedback, represent Inuvialuit interests on various boards/committees, and ensure that future ISR programming includes IRC's long-term vision for climate services in alignment with the ISR Climate Change Strategy (and associated implementation plan).


QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

Education:

• The ideal candidate for this position will have successfully obtained a master’s degree in physical, social, or environmental sciences or related fields with a minimum of 2 years experience. A combination of equivalent education and experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years experience in climate change adaptation/mitigation acquired through cooperative program work placements, course work, volunteer placements and/or professional work experience.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations.
• Experience developing community projects with the ability to create both long and short-term plans based on community input.
• Experience facilitating public and community engagement sessions on complex issues.
• Experience working with the public on the development and implementation of community programs.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and interest in Federal and Territorial climate change policies/programs
• Knowledge of the ISR, the Inuvialuit Final Agreement, and the cooperative management structures established pursuant to the IFA.

SKILLS & ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a variety of organizations, other staff, and client groups.
• Ability to plan, schedule, conduct, evaluate, and report on projects and programs.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness, passion, judgement, tact, initiative & flexibility.
• Excellent leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a diverse audience.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel both inside and outside the ISR.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.


We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA) please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• This role is based in our Inuvik office. We offer relocation support for the selected candidates.
• An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
• Casual or term positions may be considered for future conversion to indeterminate status.
• Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at hr@inuvialuit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
• We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary: We recognize and reward talent with a competitive salary structure.
• Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health care; dental care; life, critical illness, and accident insurance; travel medical insurance; sick leave; and long-term disability.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5% of annual salary.
• Vacation benefits: We provide eligible employees with 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.

For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs

Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: careers@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867-777-7000 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com

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