Environmental Projects Coordinator – Invasive Species

Mohawk Council of Kahnawà : ke; Kahnawake; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Kahnawà : ke is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage environmental projects focused on invasive species and community engagement. This role involves identifying community needs, developing strategies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance environmental protection and restoration efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental project management.
• Ability to develop and implement management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify community needs related to environmental projects.
• Develop and coordinate environmental projects and programs.
• Enhance strategies for invasive species control.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Awareness

Community Engagement

Job description

This role is responsible for executing projects within Kahnawà : ke and Tioweró : ton that enhance community understanding, protection, and restoration of the natural environment, with a focus on invasive species monitoring and management.

• Identify community needs related to environmental projects, including surface water, groundwater, habitats, wildlife, and contaminated sites.
• Develop, coordinate, and ensure progress of environmental projects and programs.
• Prepare funding proposals, terms of reference, and requests for proposals; participate in consultant selection.
• Collaborate with MCK administrative units for contractual and budget matters.
• Manage project documentation, budgets, and schedules.
• Engage in project activities such as fieldwork, presentations, and communications.
• Serve as liaison among project staff, community members, stakeholders, and media.
• Work with the Environmental Education Liaison to promote projects and gather community input via media, open houses, and surveys.

Invasive Species Management :

• Enhance strategies for invasive species control, building on existing recommendations like the Big Fence project.
• Develop and implement long-term invasive species management strategies.
• Conduct surveys, develop management plans, lead stakeholder engagement, secure funding, and oversee control activities.
• Create and maintain a database of invasive species in the community.
• Implement annual communication plans to educate the community about invasive species threats and management efforts.
• Collaborate with GIS specialists to update invasive species data.
• Participate in field monitoring and remediation activities.
• Coordinate with regional entities and experts to stay informed about best practices and scientific developments.

Environmental Expertise and Policy Support :

• Review and compile environmental information for proposed projects and policies.
• Assist in preparing environmental positions and documentation such as reports and briefing notes.
• Contribute to the development and updating of local policies reflecting current scientific knowledge.
• Provide environmental expertise to community members, staff, and leadership on various issues.

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