Senior Discipline Lead (Anthropology)

Landmark Resource Management; Victoria; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Victoria is looking for a Senior Discipline Lead, Anthropology. The role involves leading projects related to Indigenous communities, conducting research, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the field and strong communication skills. This office-based position offers a competitive salary of $125,000 to $150,000 annually with benefits and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Flexible office and work-from-home arrangements

Healthcare coverage

Annual budget for education

Living-out allowance

Corporate social events

Qualifications

• Experience working on-site or in the field with Indigenous and remote communities.
• 5+ years of experience mentoring junior staff.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct senior review of reports and figures.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with Indigenous governments.
• Promote safety culture and manage safety.

Skills

10+ years of experience working with Indigenous communities

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong research skills

Project management experience

Education

MA in Anthropology (PhD preferred)

Job description

Overview

Salary : $125,000 to 150,000 / year

Landmark Resource Management Ltd. is currently accepting applications for a Senior Discipline Lead, Anthropology to join our growing team in downtown Victoria.

About Us

Landmark Resource Management Ltd. (Landmark) is a professional services and research firm that works with Indigenous communities, industry, and government to address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) subject matters. Much of our work supports the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) with a focus on Aboriginal rights and title, land use and occupancy studies, socio-economic studies, land use planning, stakeholder engagement, and industry relations.

We are seeking a Senior Discipline Lead, Anthropology, to join our fast-growing team in downtown Victoria. Landmark promotes a strong team environment and seeks leaders to help our organization grow and develop.

Ideal Candidate

• MA in Anthropology (PhD preferred)
• 10+ years of experience working with Indigenous communities, government, and/or industry
• Experience working on-site or in the field with Indigenous and remote communities
• 5+ years of experience mentoring junior staff
• Report writing
• Primary research and analysis
• Project management experience
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams

Leading at Landmark

• Able to conduct oneself professionally and demonstrate confidentiality, diplomacy, and tact in a wide variety of situations
• Uphold Landmark QA / QC Policy and Guide
• Able to conduct senior review of reports and figures
• Able to establish and maintain productive and positive relationships with Indigenous governments and community members
• Able to operate all-terrain equipment is an asset
• Able to work within a multi-disciplinary project team environment
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness
• Environmental assessment knowledge or experience is an asset
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (e.g., interviewing, note-taking, and letter and report writing)
• Highly motivated to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and to plan and organize numerous projects
• Informed about Indigenous across Canada
• Promotes a safety culture and possesses strong safety management skills
• Strong research skills
• Willingness to publish peer-reviewed articles

Location

Location : This office-based position is based in Victoria, BC, with travel as Landmark's clients require.

Compensation

Compensation : $125,000 to $150,000 per year with benefits.

Working for Landmark

Landmark strives to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we work in. We encourage applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities.

• Flexible office and work-from-home arrangements at our dog-friendly office located in Bastion Square.
• Competitive salary.
• Healthcare coverage with flexible personal and sick days.
• Annual budget for you to spend on education.
• Living-out allowance when in the field.
• Corporate social events and functions to foster team connection.