Important Bird Area Caretaker Coordinator - Manitoba

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

The new Manitoba Important Bird Area Caretaker Program, a partnership of Nature Manitoba, Bird Studies Canada and Nature Canada is seeking a part-time coordinator to develop this program in Manitoba, with the assistance of a volunteer steering committee. The position will initially be two days per week, commencing February 2012 (exact start date negotiable). It is envisioned that the successful candidate will work from Nature Manitoba's Winnipeg office; however, other locations may be acceptable to suit the successful candidate's preference. Travel to various Manitoba locations will be involved.

We seek a dynamic individual who can engage a variety of audiences and rally support for the project from different sectors. The successful candidate will:

• work independently, but with input from a committee, to develop and promote a province-wide program,
• be skilled at giving presentations, recruiting volunteers, and organizing events
• write funding proposals and to seek opportunities to expand the program
• be able to use the IBA web portal and technical tools and to explain their usage to volunteers
• represent the Manitoba program at meetings with other provincial coordinators

Compensation: $25/hr starting salary with the possibility of increased hours and pay dependent on performance review.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated oral and written communications skills,
• Demonstrated knowledge of natural history and conservation (although a degree in biological or ecological sciences is not required, this program will benefit from someone who can speak with confidence and authority on the conservation issues pertinent to IBAs). Familiarity with Manitoba's avifauna, experience in conservation programming, experience in working with community organizations and/or NGOs, fundraising experience, and bilingualism, are strong assets.
• Basic computer familiarity, especially with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Familiarity with Adobe or other photo-editing software an asset.
• Valid driver's license

Please send (electronically in .doc, .rtf, or .pdf format) a résumé and cover letter with the names of three referees to Christian Artuso at cartuso@birdscanada.org.

Deadline: January 12, 2012, 5 pm Central time.