Project Coordinator

Sahtú Renewable Resources Board; Tulita; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Allowance

Job summary

The Sahtú Renewable Resources Board (SRRB) is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to guide the Public Listening Series, uniting communities, knowledge holders, harvesters, youth and decision-makers to address caribou conservation in the Sahtú Region.

Working within the Planning for the Future framework, you will oversee planning, engagement, research support, communications, training, and event delivery, supporting Indigenous-led conservation and long-term stewardship.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working collaboratively with Indigenous governments, communities, or organizations.
• Proven project coordination experience across multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Experience facilitating meetings and community engagement processes.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of environmental management, conservation, Indigenous stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of the SRRB Public Listening Series workplan.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and tracking systems for timely delivery.
• Coordinate logistics for events with host communities and partners.
• Support preparation for Public Listening Sessions, including outreach and documentation.
• Travel to Sahtú communities to assist submissions and participation.
• Support development of collaborative and evidence-based wildlife conservation plans.
• Prepare public notices, briefing notes, and reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural communication

Project coordination

Public speaking

Education

Master’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

MS Office / G Suite

Job description

Resource Management, Conservation & Stewardship

The SRRB is mandated to address the objectives of the Sahtú Dene and Métis Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement related to wildlife, habitat, and harvesting. We have adopted an innovative cross-cultural and decolonizing approach to resource management and are committed to supporting the training and development of Sahtú beneficiaries.

The position is one-year term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

Salary: $106,158 to $126,809 annually, plus benefits and Northern Allowance.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé by September 1, 2026.

For additional information, please contact us at the above email address or call 867-374-4041.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Location

Preferably Tulı́t'a, Northwest Territories. Flexible arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Term

One-year position with the possibility of extension.

Salary

$106,158 - $126,809 depending on qualifications and experiences, plus benefits and Northern Allowance[1] . The advertised salary reflects the rate for a fully qualified candidate. Where a candidate does not possess all of the required qualifications, an underfill appointment may be considered at a lower salary commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Sahtú Renewable Resources Board (SRRB) is seeking an experienced collaborative Project Coordinator to coordinate the implementation of its Public Listening Series (PLS), a unique and innovative initiatives that brings communities, knowledge holders, harvesters, youth, researchers and decision-maker together to address some of the most important questions facing caribou conservation in the Sahtú Region.

Working within the Hı̨dó Gogha Sę̨́nę́gots’ı̨́ɂá (Planning for the Future - PFF) framework, the Project Coordinator will implement planning, engagement, research support, communications, training activities, and event delivery associated with the Public Listening Series. The successful candidate will support Indigenous-led conservation and community planning processes, and contribute to the development of long-term stewardship strategies across the Sahtú.

Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with SRRB staff, Renewable Resources Councils, community partners, and external organizations, the Project Coordinator will play a key role in advancing collaborative and evidence-based wildlife conservation and stewardship.

Public Listening Series Coordination and Community Engagement

• Coordinate implementation of the SRRB Public Listening Series workplan.
• Implement project schedules, budgets, workplans, and tracking systems to ensure successful delivery of all activities.
• Coordinate logistical planning and event delivery in collaboration with host communities and partner organizations.
• Support preparation for Public Listening Sessions, including issue scoping, background research, participant engagement, and documentation.
• Travel to Sahtú Communities to assist communities in preparing submissions and participating effectively in the Public Listening Process.
• Travel to Public Listening Sessions held in Sahtú communities and assist with event coordination and coordination, including participant support, meeting logistics, and documentation.
• Foster respectful and effective relationships with Indigenous government, Renewable Resources Councils, Elders, harvesters, youth and community organizations.

Research, Stewardship, and Technical Support

• Assist with gathering, organizing, and synthesizing Indigenous Knowledge and scientific information.
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities related to PFF implementation and Public Listening outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of community led conservation plans across the Sahtú Region.

Communications and Reporting

• Prepare public notices, presentation materials, reports, proposals, briefing notes, and correspondence.
• Develop clear and accessible communication materials for community members, partners, and the public.
• Support preparation of findings, recommendations, and reports resulting from the Public Listening Session.

Qualifications - Required

• A Master’s Degree in a field relevant to the position (such as Indigenous studies, environmental management, natural resource management, geography, planning, public policy, or related discipline), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working collaboratively with Indigenous governments, communities, or organizations.
• Demonstrated project coordination experience, including planning, coordination, and delivery of multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Experience facilitating meetings, workshops, or community engagement processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work respectfully across diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of environmental management, conservation, Indigenous stewardship, or related fields.

Qualifications – Assets

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Community based planning and implementation.
• Conservation, stewardship or wildlife management.
• Modern land claims implementation and/or Indigenous co-management systems
• Conducting research, evaluation or data analysis
• Indigenous research and planning methodologies and protocols
• Data management and data analysis
• Indigenous ecological stewardship practices and knowledge systems.
• Data governance and indigenous data management protocol

Working Conditions

Physical demands

The incumbent may take part in on the land training activities. This will involve physical demands related to land travel, walking, or travelling by snow machines or boats or all-terrain vehicles.

Environmental conditions

Considerable time spent inside an office, on the land training activities, and travel to communities for meetings can provide for intense environmental conditions.

Sensory demands

On the land activities involve keen sensory inputs, hearing, seeing, smelling and tactile, and require heightened awareness for safety. Attending meetings and conducting workshops may overload the senses at times.

Mental demands

The work may at times be stressful and is subject to public scrutiny. Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity is required. Conflict resolution skills are required in handling situations where strong opposing points of view are prevalent. It may be necessary to share accommodations. Multi-tasking to manage multiple projects under time constraints is required. Attention to detail in working with evidence, report writing and public communications is essential. Presenting to the parties and the public is required. Duty travel and long hours may impact work life balance with family and may cause additional stress.

[1] Northern Allowance rates for Tulı́t'a may be found at