National Urban Parks Liaison

**National Urban Parks Liaison**

**Location**: Métis Nation of Alberta Provincial Office (11738 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB)

**Position Status**: Full-time (40 hours/week), 1 Year Employment Contract with Possibility of Extension

**The Organization**

**The Opportunity**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Conduct a feasibility study on potential programs and initiatives that could be implemented in a potential National Urban Park.
- Retrieve and analyze data, from both internal and external sources, as required in the support of the NUP projects and initiatives.
- Coordinate and co-host engagement sessions with citizens and/or affiliated Parks Canada committee members and representatives.
- Work with foundational investments feasibility contractors on gathering and analyzing information provided by citizens through engagements.
- Conduct project specific research such as Métis history and cultural practices, and similar Guardianship programs.
- Develop reports, knowledge translation materials, and infographics.
- Develop and maintain constructive working relationships and partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Act as a liaison between the OMG and a host of federal, provincial and municipal representatives.
- Participate and engage in auxiliary meetings such as the Terms of Reference Committee, working group, check-ins, and wordsmithing group.
- Support general departmental activities and tasks.
- Other duties as required or assigned.

**Skills & Competencies**
- Ability to operate in the field to conduct restoration studies and projects, as required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and partners.
- Strong cultural sensitivity and ability to work well with community members and Elders.
- Exercise discretion in handling confidential and politically sensitive information. Strong political sensitivity is required.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team setting.
- Ability to produce professional documents, reports, and presentations.
- Ability to remain organized, multi-task, and manage time effectively under tight and competing deadlines.
- Strong computer skills with aptitude for using new software.
- Ability to identify and respond to sensitive and complex community, organizational, and political issues, concerns, and needs.
- An in-depth knowledge of federal and provincial Indigenous consultation requirements is an asset.
- Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An in-depth understanding of the MNA and Métis culture, people, and values is an asset.

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary Degree in Policy, Environmental Sciences, or related field.
- Two (2) years’ experience in related role. A combination of equivalent education and experience will be considered.
- Experience or training in managing qualitative data and datasets.
- Experience in ArcGIS or QGIS is considered an asset.

**Other Requirements**
- Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, with occasional evenings and weekends as required.
- Some travel within Alberta is a requirement. Additional less frequent out-of-province travel may also occur, with notice.
- Must have a driver’s license and an operational vehicle.

**What We Offer**
- An opportunity to work for the newly ratified Otipemisiwak Métis Government and be a part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada.
- An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, languages, and art.
- Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
- 3 weeks paid vacation.
- The_Métis Nation of Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person