Marine Science & Policy Analyst / Analyste en sciences marines et politiques maritimes

David Suzuki Foundation; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental nonprofit in Vancouver is seeking a Marine Science & Policy Analyst to provide expertise in marine conservation. The role involves leading campaigns, analyzing data, and recommending reforms in marine policy. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of relevant experience and a degree in marine biology or similar fields. This permanent full-time position offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive salary in the range of $62,000–$72,050.

Benefits

Four-day workweek

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of significant relevant experience in marine policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Authoritative knowledge of marine policy and environmental protection practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and policy expertise to support marine conservation.
• Lead successful campaigns and communications for marine programs.
• Prepare presentations and reports relevant to marine policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Marine policy knowledge

Education

Degree in marine biology, fisheries biology, aquatic ecology

Ph.D. or MSc or equivalent

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

TITLE: Marine Science & Policy Analyst

TERMS: Permanent full-time position (34 hours per week, Monday to Thursday). Some travel, weekend and evening work may be required.

LOCATION: Hybrid. Based at our Vancouver (məθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ territories) office.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The position is hybrid, with a combination of remote work and 4/month in-office days.

REPORTS TO: Director, Nature

SALARY: $62,000-$72,050

DESIRED START DATE: Early November, 2025

TYPE: Unionized Role

The Role

The purpose of this position is to provide scientific and policy expertise to support DSF’s marine program work. You will lead successful campaigns and communications, building on DSF’s legacy work focused on Southern Resident Killer Whale conservation. You are well-versed in the major issues and threats facing the marine environment and will be able to apply your scientific expertise to support partnerships and the delivery of major grants. Your work will involve networking with relevant governments, industry, stakeholders (including communities) and researchers and participating in selected management forums. Expertise in technical analysis of data, government policies and reports is essential.

You have the ability to synthesize various sources of information and recommend reforms to marine policy and practice. You will also be responsible for the preparation of presentations, briefs, reports and other communications materials, including media interviews. Beyond core deliverables, there is a lot of scope to develop a forward-looking and innovative program of work to help support the marine conservation agenda within Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of integrated strategies for research, communications, campaigning, development, and project delivery in support of the Nature Team’s goals and objectives.
• Work to ensure and encourage information sharing within and across portfolios.
• Act as project and DSF spokesperson, as required.
• Identify opportunities arising from emerging trends and generates options for engaging them.
• Act as project lead on national or regional projects, as assigned.
• Prepare reports, cabinet submissions, briefing notes and other correspondence, as required.
• Develop and deliver presentations to internal and external groups, as required.
• Develop and manage project budgets.
• Manage project contractors.
• Identify and report on staff allocations and deliverables.
• Provide project reports, as required.
• Consider technical, legislative and administrative issues when planning and managing their functions.
• Implement and take responsibility for the outcome of the plans, strategies and initiatives for their work.

Qualifications (English)

We understand that experience can look different for everyone. Please share yours as it relates to:

• 5+ years significant and relevant work experience in this sector.
• Degree in marine biology, fisheries biology, aquatic ecology. Ph.D. or an MSc or equivalent degree would be considered an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in French would be considered an asset.
• Authoritative knowledge of marine policy and a general knowledge of legislation, enforcement and environmental protection practices.
• Proven ability and experience working with Indigenous Nations and Indigenous knowledge.
• Broad knowledge of marine biodiversity and the concepts of integrated management, and ecosystem-based management.
• Knowledge of the threats to marine and aquatic environments.
• Experience interacting professionally with a wide range of stakeholders, including knowledge of best practice community engagement and citizen science.
• Strong skills in word processing and ability write for both a scientific and general audience, spreadsheet analysis, electronic communications and presentations and a working understanding of GIS.
• Expertise in orca conservation would be considered an asset.

What You Bring to the Role

• Collaborative and tactful colleague who enjoys being part of a team and works well independently. Resilient and flexible.
• Media and Government Relations experience and savvy.
• Coalition and campaign expert.
• Strong work ethic and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-stress situations with calm and professionalism.
• Positive attitude that energizes projects and the team.
• Sound judgement and progressive leadership skills.
• Strong personal values are aligned with the mission and values of DSF.
• Passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion with the ability to support purposeful change at DSF.

Qualifications (French)

Nous savons que l’expérience peut prendre différentes formes. Parlez-nous de la vôtre en ce qui a trait aux exigences suivantes :

• Plus de 5 ans d’expérience significative et pertinente dans ce secteur.
• Diplôme en biologie marine, biologie des pêches ou écologie aquatique. Un doctorat (Ph.D.) ou une maîtrise (M.Sc.) ou un diplôme équivalent serait considéré comme un atout.
• Excellentes aptitudes de communication écrite et orale en anglais. La maîtrise du français serait considérée comme un atout.
• Connaissance approfondie des politiques marines et connaissance générale de la législation, de l’application des règlements et des pratiques de protection de l’environnement.
• Expérience avérée de collaboration avec les Nations autochtones et intégration des savoirs autochtones.
• Connaissance générale de la biodiversité marine et des concepts de gestion intégrée et de gestion écosystémique.
• Connaissance des menaces pesant sur les environnements marins et aquatiques.
• Expérience professionnelle d’interaction avec un large éventail de parties prenantes, y compris connaissance des meilleures pratiques d’engagement communautaire et de science citoyenne.
• Solides compétences en traitement de texte et en rédaction (tant pour un public scientifique que grand public), en analyse de tableurs, en communications électroniques et en présentations, ainsi qu’une bonne compréhension des SIG.
• Une expertise en conservation des orques serait considérée comme un atout.

Votre Apport / What You Bring to the Role (French)

• Collègue collaboratif et diplomate, qui aime travailler en équipe tout en étant autonome. Résilient et flexible.
• Expérience et aisance en relations gouvernementales et médiatiques.
• Expertise en création de coalitions et en campagnes.
• Solide éthique de travail et compétences en gestion de projets.
• Capacité démontrée à gérer des situations de stress élevé avec calme et professionnalisme.
• Attitude positive qui dynamise les projets et l’équipe.
• Bon jugement et leadership progressiste.
• Valeurs personnelles alignées sur la mission et les valeurs de la FDS.
• Passion pour l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion, avec la capacité de soutenir des changements significatifs au sein de la FDS.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Four-day workweek
• Competitive salary and generous benefits package
• Hybrid work opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Chance to make a difference and help improve the health of our planet and all life on it

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and covering to https://davidsuzuki.org/careers/

The David Suzuki Foundation is strongly committed to equity and diversity and to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially encourage applications from equity-deserving groups; specifically Indigenous and racialized people, members of the LGBTQIA2S+, trans and gender-diverse communities, women and people with disability, chronic illness and/or neurodiversity.

Ce Que Nous Offrons

• Semaine de travail de quatre jours
• Un salaire compétitif et un ensemble d'avantages sociaux généreux
• Possibilités de travail hybride
• Culture de travail solidaire
• La possibilité de contribuer à l'amélioration de la santé de notre planète et de toutes les formes de vie qui s'y trouvent.

Comment Postuler

Veuillez soumettre votre curriculum vitae et votre lettre de motivation en ligne à l'adresse suivante : https://fr.davidsuzuki.org/emplois/. Le poste restera affiché jusqu'à ce qu'il soit pourvu.

The David Suzuki Foundation is strongly committed to equity and diversity and to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving groups, specifically Indigenous and racialized people, members of the LGBTQIA2S+, trans and gender-diverse communities, women and people with disability, chronic illness and/or neurodiversity.