CIER, the Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources, is a national First Nation-directed environmental charitable organisation. We offer research, advisory, education and training services to Indigenous communities, governments and private companies in four program areas: taking action on climate change, conserving biodiversity, protecting lands and waters, and building sustainable communities.
CIER invites applicants for the position of Research Associate, with a focus on community
planning and sustainability. The purpose of this position is to conduct sound applied primary research and community capacity building in accordance with CIER's Vision, Mission, and Principles (see www.cier.ca). Responsibilities will include providing community
planning/development support, conducting research, report and proposal writing. This position also includes supporting CIER's building sustainable communities initiatives with First Nations.
Requirements:
- A degree in a sciences or social sciences discipline
- Direct experience working with Indigenous communities on planning, community development and/or environmental issues
- Keen awareness of Indigenous environmental issues in Canada
- Demonstrated understanding of sustainability and its application to community
- Previous research experience, preferably in an environmental or Indigenous institute or organisation
- Awareness of relevant environmental and Indigenous policy, legislation, and programs
- Superior written and oral communications
- Excellent time management skills
- Innovation and leadership
- Able to balance working independently and working within interdisciplinary teams
- Attention to detail and strong analytical and multi-tasking skills
- Knowledge and proficiency of MS Office applications
The successful candidate is expected to contribute positively to the implementation of CIER's Vision and Mission, operate in a collaborative team setting, and maintain high productivity levels and quality of work.
This is a full time position. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. We offer performance-based remuneration and compensation options are negotiable. Although preference will be given to Aboriginal applicants (including First Nations, Metis and Inuit), all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
If this opportunity interests you, and you meet all of the above requirements, please submit your resume and a cover letter stating salary expectations to:
CIER
3" Floor,
245 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B OS6
earth@cier.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
