Project Officer

3 weeks ago

Gatineau, Canada NWAC Full time

**Reports to**: Senior Director of Environment

**Term**: Full-Time, Fixed Term (8 months)

**Areas of Expertise**: Environment

**Closing Date**: March 15, 2023

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Project Officer will work under the authority and supervision of the Manager, Environmental Policy and will help develop and implement policies and strategies at the national and international levels on environmental issues.

SCOPE

The Project Officer is involved in all stages of policy cycle including identification, analysis, stakeholder consultation, developing supporting materials and providing recommendations while working on the Canadian Red Cross, Inclusive Resilience Project along with other projects as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

**The NWAC Project Officer will**:

- Plan, develop, and implement strategic Environment policy work plans for NWAC policies and projects on a series of policy priorities impacting Indigenous communities.
- Assist in providing technical expertise in the areas of Environment Policy development;
- Research policy issues and provide advice on international and domestic Environment policy issues impacting Indigenous women and girls.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative research and analysis in various priority areas to support policy development within NWAC, other advocacy organizations, and government bodies to best advocate for Indigenous women.
- Establish and execute effective networking strategies with various rightsholders and stakeholders such as provincial and territorial associations, Indigenous women and gender-diverse community members and their families, Indigenous non-profit organizations, and private sector stakeholders;
- Provide thorough and concise briefings on policy areas to the President and CEO to help guide NWAC’s overall decision-making processes and policy directions;
- Plan and carryout community consultations, engagements, and information gathering sessions on a full range of policy areas;
- Develop various documents related to policy directions such as: press releases, research and analysis papers, data analysis reports, policy documents, fact sheets, project proposals, etc.;
- Participate in and represent NWAC at various policy meetings with rightsholders and stakeholders to support policy directions and report outcomes to the Manager.
- Write proposals as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- University degree in environment, health sciences, international, policy, law, social sciences or other related studies;
- Master’s Degree is an asset;
Relevant experience in co-developing and implementing qualitative and quantitative research with Indigenous peoples, and presenting gathered information in various documents and reports;
Experience working with senior officials and decision-makers, including Directors and above;
- Relevant work with NGOs, Indigenous organizations, interest groups, government agencies, or business/corporate entities in a policy function.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

The employee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

- Knowledge and understanding of historical and contemporary concerns and issues Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse people face on Turtle Island
- Understanding and knowledge of Indigenous best practices concerning the promotion and protection of Indigenous women’s rights;
- Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Peoples in Canada and internationally, our diverse cultures, histories, and traditions;
- Knowledge of key issues impacting Indigenous women and girls in Canada and internationally;
- Understanding of Indigenous social policy including violence prevention, housing, education, languages, de-carceration, child and family services, disability rights, harm-reduction, etc.
- Fluency in English is essential. Knowledge of Indigenous languages and/or French is a strong asset.

Skills & Abilities

**The employee must demonstrate the following skills**:

- Strong writing ability;
- Ability to respectfully conduct research and analysis with Indigenous peoples and present information in various reports;
- Ability to develop recommendations to support senior management with their decision-making processes with policy directions;
- Ability to develop and deliver presentations to various groups of rightsholders and stakeholders;
- Ability to resolve conflicts, facilitate meetings, and to seek solutions for policy directions;
- Ability to work in a fast-pace environment with changing priorities and short deadlines;
Personal Attributes

The employee must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of Project Officer. The employee must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Analytical skills
- Flexibility/adaptability
- Conflict resolution and mentorship
- Collaboration with diverse partners

Integrity and respect

WORKING CONDITIONS

NWAC strives to be an employer that properly resources and supports all employees with a

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