Hybrid Indigenous Engagement Consultant – Field Based

at ERM

• Job title: Indigenous Engagement Consultant – Field Based
• Job type: Part Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $72,437 - $103,906 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Vancouver, Canada

About the role

• Indigenous Engagement Consultant delivering technical leadership for engagement related to regulatory processes in Canada. Planning, supporting, and managing Indigenous knowledge utilization and assessments while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Engage in planning, strategy, program development, implementation, management, and reporting related to Indigenous engagement, Indigenous assessments, Indigenous knowledge, and land use studies.
• Plan and support interviews, workshops, and field studies to meet regulatory requirements.
• Conduct research, plan and execute engagement with Indigenous community representatives, and compile, synthesize, and analyze information from various sources (e.g., web searches, literature reviews, interviews, surveys).
• Strategically plan engagement programs with the engagement lead to align with regulatory timelines, and plan, deliver, and report on meetings, workshops, and stakeholder and Indigenous engagement sessions.
• Complete accurate regulatory filing documentation in accordance with Federal and Provincial requirements.
• Exhibit excellent writing and presentation skills, and mastery of impactful client communication (technical and commercial).
• Foster strong partnerships with ERM business partners, clients, and team members.
• Assist in writing, proofreading, formatting, and preparing proposals, reports, presentations, manuals, strategies, policies, standards, and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, anthropology, archaeology, sociology, geography, environmental sciences, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with Canadian federal and BC provincial legislation regarding consultation, Indigenous engagement, Indigenous land use assessments, environmental assessment, and permitting.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience related to Indigenous interests, engagement, and traditional knowledge.
• Academic and/or work experience with Canada’s Indigenous groups, Indigenous Knowledge, and within the resource management, environmental, or sustainability sectors.
• Experience working with Indigenous peoples.
• Excellent writing, communication, organization, attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management tools.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Capability to conduct research, analyze data, and present results clearly and concisely.
• Project management skills and experience are an asset.
• Adherence to organizational codes of conduct and respectful interaction with colleagues and clients.
• Willingness to travel to project locations.

Benefits

• paid time off
• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k)
• life & disability insurance