Impact Assessment Advisor for Indigenous Lands

GWICH'IN TRIBAL COUNCIL; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GWICH’IN TRIBAL COUNCIL in Inuvik, NT, seeks an Impact Assessment Advisor to provide technical, strategic and coordination support on EA/IA processes affecting the Gwich’in Settlement Region. You will review EIS and related documents, assess impacts on Gwich’in rights and traditional land use, and help develop submissions for regulators.

The role emphasizes integrating Indigenous Traditional Knowledge, collaborating with federal and territorial agencies, and travel across communities in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field such as Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Geography, Indigenous Studies, Land Use Planning, Environmental Law, or Public Administration.
• Postgraduate diploma or master’s degree in any of the above areas is considered an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in environmental assessment, impact assessment, natural resource management, environmental planning, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement (GCLCA) and the governance structure of the Gwich’in Tribal Council is strongly preferred.
• Experience reviewing Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), technical reports, baseline studies, environmental monitoring reports, and other regulatory documents.
• Knowledge of Indigenous rights, consultation obligations, and the integration of Indigenous Traditional Knowledge into environmental assessment and decision-making processes.
• Understanding of environmental issues related to northern ecosystems, including wildlife, fisheries, water resources, habitat protection, cumulative effects, and project closure and reclamation.
• Understanding of northern social, cultural, and economic issues, including Indigenous histories, impacts of residential school and other discriminatory events/policies, social determinants of health including Indigenous social determinants of health, awareness of community vulnerabilities and sources of resilience.
• Familiarity with territorial and federal legislation affecting land use, Indigenous rights, and environmental assessments (e.g., Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act, Species at Risk Act, etc.).
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License with the ability to travel throughout the Gwich'in Settlement Region and other locations as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel for meetings, hearings, community engagement sessions, and field visits.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with GTC’s EA technical lead consultant and support the provision of technical and strategic advice to GTC on major Environmental Assessment and Impact Assessment processes affecting the Gwich’in Settlement Region.
• Support the review and evaluation of Environmental Impact Statements, technical reports, baseline studies, public review comments, and supporting documents for major projects.
• Assist GTC’s EA technical lead in assessing potential environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts of proposed developments on Gwich’in rights, traditional land use, wildlife, water resources, and community well-being.
• Coordinate GTC's participation in federal, territorial, and regional environmental assessment and regulatory review processes.
• Coordinate with other Gwich'in affiliates and partners on the identification of concerns and evidence to support GTC's submissions.
• Represent GTC at environmental assessment hearings, technical meetings, and consultation sessions with project proponents, regulators, government agencies, and other participants.
• Liaise with federal/territorial/Indigenous governments and boards to ensure Gwich’in perspectives are incorporated into decision-making.
• Support integration of Gwich’in Traditional Knowledge into assessment and planning, respecting community protocols.
• Review closure, reclamation, and monitoring plans to ensure long-term environmental protection aligning with Gwich’in priorities.
• Conduct research on environmental legislation and best practices relevant to assessments in the NWT, Yukon, Nunavut, and Canada.
• Prepare technical reviews, briefing notes, recommendations, and submissions for senior leadership and regulatory boards.
• Develop reports and presentations to inform Gwich’in communities and decision-makers on environmental assessment issues.
• Support community engagement by facilitating meetings and documenting concerns to inform reviews and submissions.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory authorities and boards to ensure alignment with Gwich’in interests.
• Monitor compliance with environmental commitments and mitigation measures during project implementation.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Environmental Assessment

Indigenous Rights

Stakeholder Engagement

Travel Ready

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies or related

Master’s or postgraduate diploma asset

Job description

GWICH’IN TRIBAL COUNCIL in Inuvik, NT, seeks an Impact Assessment Advisor to provide technical, strategic and coordination support on EA/IA processes affecting the Gwich’in Settlement Region. You will review EIS and related documents, assess impacts on Gwich’in rights and traditional land use, and help develop submissions for regulators.

The role emphasizes integrating Indigenous Traditional Knowledge, collaborating with federal and territorial agencies, and travel across communities in the