Director - Full Time / À Temps Plein

2 weeks ago

Edmonton AB, Canada Alberta Forest Products Association Full time

We represent companies that manufacture lumber, panelboard, pulp, paper, and secondary manufactured wood products in Alberta.

We exist to ensure that forestry continues to be a thriving and environmentally sustainable industry in the province. We achieve this by responding to the needs of our members and by collaborating with partners and communities to achieve mutual benefit.

We foster success and innovation in the forest sector by providing a broad range of resources, guidance, advocacy, and training for member companies, and we’re also responsible for increasing public understanding of our forest resource and how the forest industry maintains it.

We are committed to being responsible stewards of the environment and to respecting the communities whose livelihoods and well-being are connected to sustainable forests. We are an 80-year-old organization that is committed to preserving forestry and forest livelihoods for the long haul.

AFPA provides a variety of services and supports to its members, including: 
Advocacy with municipal, provincial, and federal levels of government.
Representing AFPA members on initiatives and projects.
Taking leadership on forestry-related topics for AFPA members.
Creating a collaborative and safe space for competitors to work together to improve the forestry industry.
Providing leadership and opportunities for AFPA members to engage in future focused discussions on trends and innovations to provide each member company with the opportunity to prepare for future changes in the workplace, economy, and public opinion. 
 
Alberta Forest Products Association is seeking a Director of Forest Ecology. The Director will be a highly motivated individual with policy and/or industry experience to lead the development and implementation of the association’s activities related to species at risk, land use and forest ecological matters. The role will focus on policy review/policy development and forest sector innovation, including:
Policy review and policy development: Bringing an understanding of science/knowledge related to sustainable forestry, forest ecology, wildlife ecology, and climate change in the development and review of policy and regulatory tool development. Current focus will be on federal Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, Canadian Navigable Waters Act; The Director is part of the Policy Team at AFPA and is responsible for building and fostering relationships with internal and external partners. The position is responsible for monitoring, evaluating, analyzing, communicating and advocating on ecological matters related to forest management. The successful candidate requires a balance of technical expertise and a collaborative approach to solution finding, and be able to:
 
Communicate on-the-ground implementation of provincial and federal regulatory tools and industry practices related to sustainability and environmental leadership;
This is a high-impact position requiring strong influencing skills, the ability to lead files and projects, strategic thinking, time management and exceptional communication skills. 
 
Strategy and Implementation:
Represent and advocate for AFPA members in regulatory proceedings and policy discussions.
Identify ecological opportunities and risks for the forestry sector. 

Provide guidance and support to member companies on environmental issues related to science/knowledge related to sustainable forestry, forest ecology, wildlife ecology, and climate change
Participate in and lead relevant agenda items at the Forest Management Committee and other policy committees as required. Lead multiple working groups to identify policy positions and plan collaborative advocacy efforts.
Develop and maintain metrics to measure the success of ecological policy matters.
 
The Director of Forest Ecology has primary responsibility for advocacy on issues such as science/knowledge related to forest management, forest ecology, wildlife ecology, and climate change.
identify common elements, themes and risks in situation and actions; The Director works with considerable independence in dealing with highly technical, innovative, leading edge and complex work, with numerous ambiguities. Knowledge of, and relationships with numerous internal and external clients and stakeholders are an asset, including Government of Alberta (i.e. Strong knowledge in application of policy tools and conducting analysis (i.e. policy frameworks, cost-benefit analysis, stakeholder analysis, scenario analysis, comparative analysis, surveys and focus groups, statistical analysis and consultation best practices)
Expertise in ecological knowledge, including species at risk and biodiversity.
Knowledge of the structure and evolution of forestry industry in Alberta, Canada and globally would be an asset.
 
Demonstrate the ability to apply both strategic and analytical techniques to provide sound business solutions and recommendations
Excellent communication and media skills (such as presentation skills, report writing, editing, and providing information to the media)
Highly proficient computer analysis skills: including leading edge knowledge of word processing (Microsoft Word) spreadsheet, database, graphic (Excel, Access, Beyond 20/20) and presentation programs (Power Point), e-mail and Internet applications
Well-honed presentation and public speaking skills to present at provincial and national conferences and workshops for professionals across the forestry industry
Strong organizational and project management skills; effective time management skills to optimize resources and achieve desired results within tight deadlines; Full Time
· Reporting to the Vice President of Policy

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/biology, political science, forestry, natural resources or other related field. A Master’s degree is an asset.
~8+ years of experience in an forestry, biology or ecology position, including experience working with government agencies, industry associations and forestry operations.
~ Deep understanding of biology, ecology, or forestry, including knowledge of relevant legislation and policy.

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