Instructor, Climate Change

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Northwest Territories seeks an Instructor in Climate Change to develop and deliver community-focused training aimed at enhancing climate adaptation and resilience. This role involves significant collaboration with Indigenous communities and requires strong qualifications in climate science and practical experience in climate change programming. The position offers competitive benefits, including a generous pension plan and relocation assistance if necessary.

Benefits

Annual northern living allowance

Defined benefit pension plan

Health and dental benefits

Generous annual leave

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in climate science, environmental science, or related field with 2 years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience in climate change programming.
• Experience in developing and implementing climate change policies.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver climate change courses and micro-credentials tailored to Northern needs.
• Collaborate with Indigenous governments and subject matter experts to identify learning priorities.
• Instruct pilot courses and collect feedback to improve learning outcomes.

Skills

Community engagement

Curriculum development

Climate change adaptation

Education

Master's degree in climate science or related field

Bachelor's degree in Climate Change or related fields

Job description

Aurora College's mission is to demonstrate leadership in the delivery of relevant and meaningful education and research rooted in strong connections to Northern land, tradition, community and people.

Job Information

Are you passionate about climate change education and eager to help build capacity in the North?

Aurora College is seeking an Instructor in Climate Change (1-year term) to develop and deliver impactful, community-focused training that supports adaptation and resilience across the Northwest Territories.

In this role, you will work with communities to build capacity around climate change adaptation in the North; evaluate different outreach and training strategies; and collaborate with a dynamic, knowledgeable team that includes government, Indigenous communities, and academia.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver climate change courses and micro-credentials tailored to Northern needs.
• Collaborate with Indigenous governments, industry, and subject matter experts to identify learning priorities.
• Develop engaging curriculum, assessments, and multimedia content for in-person and online delivery.
• Instruct pilot courses and collect feedback to improve learning outcomes.
• Participate in advisory committees, promote programs, and represent the College in public forums.

Key Qualifications

• Master's degree in climate science, environmental science, northern studies, or a related field (Environmental studies, Sustainability studies, Geography, Adult Education, Science mobilization) and 2 years of experience in climate change programming.
• Bachelor's degree in fields such as Climate Change, Environmental science, adult education, or science mobilization, along with 4 years of experience in Climate Change programming.
• Experience working on climate change adaptation strategies, community engagement around climate change, climate change monitoring, developing and implementing climate change policies, or other work supporting climate change adaptation.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, annual leave including the option for deferred leave, and health/dental benefits. The GNWT will also provide relocation assistance, if needed, to the successful candidate.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

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