Sessional Lecturer (Part-time)

University of British Columbia•Vancouver, BC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Stewardship at the UBC Vancouver campus is seeking to hire a part-time sessional lecturer in the Bachelor of Indigenous Land Stewardship (BILS) program. This interdisciplinary, four-year undergraduate program prepares students to design and implement land stewardship systems grounded in Indigenous land ethics and earth-based knowledge systems, and to work effectively within complex environmental and intergovernmental contexts. The program includes diverse and innovative coursework spanning Indigenous ways of knowing, ecology, law and governance, economics, communication, business management, research methods, and community capacity building. Most courses in the program are delivered in a multi-access format (in-person and online), with in-person teaching taking place on the UBC Vancouver campus.

Requirements

A graduate degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education, lived experience, professional experience, community-based expertise, and demonstrated subject-matter knowledge relevant to the course.
Demonstrated experience teaching communication, professional writing, public engagement, policy communication, knowledge mobilization, or related subjects at the post-secondary level, or significant professional experience delivering training, facilitation, community education, or capacity-building initiatives
Strong understanding of communication principles and practices across multiple formats and audiences
Experience facilitating inclusive, student-centered learning environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must reside in Canada for the duration of the appointment if teaching online
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

Experience designing and delivering learning activities related to communication, policy engagement, public outreach, stakeholder relations, knowledge mobilization, or Indigenous-community engagement will be considered an asset.
Experience teaching in interdisciplinary and/or Indigenous-focused programs
Demonstrated understanding of communications in natural resource governance, land stewardship, public policy, or community engagement settings
Experience incorporating Indigenous knowledges, perspectives, and approaches to communication into teaching practice
Familiarity with Indigenous engagement protocols and principles, including Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) and relationship-based approaches to communication
Experience teaching communication planning, knowledge mobilization, media relations, public engagement, or social media communications
Experience designing applied and experiential learning activities that connect communication theory with real-world practice
Evidence of effective teaching (e.g., student evaluations)
Experience working with Indigenous governments, communities, NGOs, public agencies, or community-based organizations

Responsibilities

Deliver course lectures in-person and/or online
Coordinate with guest lecturers where appropriate
Develop and administer assignments, assessments, and grading
Facilitate student learning through discussions, activities, and (where applicable) lab sections
Hold regular office hours to support student success
Prepare and deliver lectures in a multi-access format (in-person and online)
Facilitate active, discussion-based learning environments focused on professional communication skills
Guide students through communication planning, knowledge mobilization, and audience-centered communication strategies
Teach students to communicate effectively across written, verbal, digital, media, and social media platforms
Support students in communicating technical and policy-related information to diverse audiences, including Indigenous communities, governments, stakeholders, and the general public
Incorporate Indigenous perspectives and approaches to communication, including storytelling, relationship building, and ethical engagement
Facilitate learning related to communication in natural resource governance, consultation, and Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) contexts
Develop and administer course materials, assignments, assessments, and grading
Provide constructive and timely feedback on student assignments
Coordinate with teaching assistants (if applicable) and hold regular office hours