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Indigenous Engagment Consultant (Field Based)
ERM is hiring and Indigenous Engagement Consultant in British Columbia, Canada. This role involves delivering technical leadership for engagement and consultation programs related to regulatory processes, Indigenous Interests Assessments, and land use studies. Additionally, the position requires integrating Indigenous knowledge into environmental assessments for major capital projects to meet British Columbia (BC) and federal regulations and tracking of Indigenous engagement.
The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of the BC environmental assessment processes and proven track record working with clients to inform engagement strategies and manage engagement tracking. They will be detail oriented, recognizing connections between engagement activities completed, commitments made, and directing communication to appropriate team members on engagement outcomes. The goal is to deliver results that support the successful submission of regulatory applications. Furthermore, the candidate will possess a deep understanding of the complex Indigenous landscape in Canada, along with expertise in best practices and culturally appropriate methods for handling confidential Indigenous knowledge materials.
This is a part-time (16 hours per week) limited term for a duration of 3 months, extendable.
Responsibilities:
Lead or Support Diverse Scopes: Engage in planning, strategy, program development, implementation, management, and reporting related to Indigenous engagement, Indigenous assessments, Indigenous knowledge, and land use studies.
Support Indigenous Knowledge and Land Use Studies: Plan and support interviews, workshops, and field studies to meet regulatory requirements.
Manage Indigenous Knowledge: Conduct research, plan and execute engagement with Indigenous community representatives, and compile, synthesize, and analyze information from various sources (e.g., web searches, literature reviews, interviews, surveys).
Support the Design and Deliver on Engagement Programs: Strategically plan engagement programs with the engagement lead to align with regulatory timelines, and plan, deliver, and report on meetings, workshops, and stakeholder and Indigenous engagement sessions, including support for virtual meeting platforms.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Complete accurate regulatory filing documentation in accordance with Federal and Provincial requirements.
Demonstrate Strong Analytical and Communication Skills: Exhibit excellent writing and presentation skills, and mastery of impactful client communication (technical and commercial).
Build Collaborative Relationships: Foster strong partnerships with ERM business partners, clients, and team members.
Prepare Documentation: Assist in writing, proofreading, formatting, and preparing proposals, reports, presentations, manuals, strategies, policies, standards, and procedures.
Requirements:
Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, anthropology, archaeology, sociology, geography, environmental sciences, or a related discipline.
Legislative Knowledge: Familiarity with Canadian federal and BC provincial legislation regarding consultation, Indigenous engagement, Indigenous land use assessments, environmental assessment, and permitting.
Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience related to Indigenous interests, engagement, and traditional knowledge.
Relevant Experience: Academic and/or work experience with Canada’s Indigenous groups, Indigenous Knowledge, and within the resource management, environmental, or sustainability sectors.
Community Engagement: Experience working with Indigenous peoples.
Communication Skills: Excellent writing, communication, organization, attention to detail, and time management skills.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management tools.
Prioritization: Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment.
Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
Research and Analysis: Capability to conduct research, analyze data, and present results clearly and concisely.
Project Management: Project management skills and experience are an asset.
Professional Conduct: Adherence to organizational codes of conduct and respectful interaction with colleagues and clients.
Travel: Willingness to travel to project locations.
Pay Transparency:
For the Indigenous Engagement Consultant position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $72,437 – $103,906, $34.82/hr – $49.95/hr USD, limited-term, non-exempt. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible* employees.
*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce US only) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.
You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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