Application Deadline: September 21, 2022
Start Date: As soon as possible
Entry salary to be determined according to the current salary scale ($50 366 to $64 507) revised annually
Your mandate
Your mandate will be to analyze the consultation files that are sent to First Nations related to various fields including forestry, mining, biodiversity, law, regulation, etc. In order to carry out these analyses, you may be called upon to conduct consultation activities with First Nations, as well as documentary research and the drafting of reports/briefs on the various files being handled. .
Main responsibilities
- Perform technical analyses of projects and develop recommendations for the benefit of First Nations (examples of projects: mining, forestry, energy, biodiversity, cumulative effects, environmental impact analysis, law, regulation, policy, etc.).
- Write discussion papers, reports, speaking notes, articles or briefs on topics related to consultation and accommodation projects.
- Facilitate and/or participate in working groups and committees.
- Research, collect and develop information documents and tools related to the subjects and projects for which the First Nations must be consulted and accommodated.
- Develop popularization and awareness tools.
Do you have the profile?
- Undergraduate university degree or other equivalent in a field related to the environment, law, politics, natural sciences or sustainable development.
- Knowledge in the field of environmental impact assessment processes, as well as the consultation and accommodation processes of the governments of Quebec and Canada towards First Nations.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in the field.
- Excellent communication skills in French and English, both written and spoken.
- Knowledge of the issues, priorities, perspectives and aspirations and/or having collaborated in the past with First Nations is considered a great asset.
Benefits
- Work for First Nations
- Full-time position with a flexible 34-hour schedule
- Friday afternoons off
- Remote Work-Policy in place (100% remote, hybrid or 100% at the office) and the office is in Wendake
- Annual vacation upon hiring and years of experience are recognized
- 2 weeks of paid vacation during the holiday season
- Sick leave and family-related leave upon hiring
- Pension plan and group insurance after the probation period
- Work-life balance
To apply
Use the form below to send your resume with a cover letter to Mr. Alain Bédard before the application deadline.
Please note that, with equal competence, the FNQLSDI gives priority to Indigenous candidates. Only the candidates retained in pre-selection will be contacted.
The First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Sustainable Development Institute
Founded in 2000 by the AFNQL Chiefs, the mission of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Sustainable Development Institute (FNQLSDI) is to offer First Nations a dynamic crossroads of services in support of their efforts to ensure the health of their territory and its resources, the recognition of their rights and the development of sustainable communities.
Please apply using the form below to apply