Stewardship Coordinator

The Nature Conservancy of Canada•Regina, SK

19h•CA$67,863 - CA$76,342•Onsite

About The Position

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is seeking a Stewardship Coordinator to join their team in protecting important natural areas and the species they sustain. NCC is a leading private land conservation organization in Canada, dedicated to conserving and restoring natural areas. They emphasize a collaborative, evidence-based approach and are committed to advancing Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples through conservation. The Stewardship Coordinator will lead the coordination and delivery of stewardship activities in an assigned geographic area, including inventory, planning, restoration, lease management, stakeholder liaison, research coordination, property inspection, and supervision of staff and contractors, all under the direction of the Natural Area Manager.

Requirements

Successful completion of a College or University program in a related discipline.
Knowledge of Saskatchewan’s flora and fauna, and experience with associated land management techniques.
Demonstrated experience with rangeland health assessments and other habitat assessments.
Ability to communicate positively and effectively with landowners, easement holders, donors, Indigenous communities, agricultural producers and stakeholders.
Excellent writing skills for reporting, proposals, business correspondence, and conservation documents such as property stewardship management plans, range management plans, and baseline inventories.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, and the ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet deadlines.
Experience with GPS systems and technology associated with field-based mapping, as well as MSOffice, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerPoint etc.
Willingness to travel and work in remote environments, along with occasional evenings and weekends.
Commitment to the core values and mission statement of NCC.

Nice To Haves

Professional Agrologist Designation in Saskatchewan strongly preferred.
Experience developing range and other land management plans an asset.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Natural Area Manager in the identification and implementation of land stewardship activities that enhance identified biodiversity targets.
Work closely with the Natural Area Manager to develop and implement Management Plans for NCC-owned properties and partner lands.
Coordinate with other regional staff to undertake monitoring programs of owned lands, lands under conservation easements and partner lands.
Develop baseline documentation reports and inventories for new NCC projects with support from Conservation Science staff.
Administer grazing and property leases, including development of lease agreements and collection of grazing records.
Provide training for and supervision of seasonal staff, and lead coordination/scheduling of stewardship activities in assigned geographic region.
Provide input into the development and revision of Management and Conservation Plans.
Work with Conservation Science staff to implement science related actions as determined by Conservation Plans.
Provide input into annual progress reports.
Recommend the development and use of new conservation tools that assist in the facilitation of management actions.
Establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with landowners and community pasture groups.
Maintain positive relations with local communities, governments, municipalities, Indigenous communities and other partners on the landscape.
Work with Regional staff to plan and implement Conservation Volunteer, donor and other engagement events in the region.
Represent NCC on various committees and at meetings or workshops as needed.
Support the Natural Area Manager in the development of annual budgets and in the monitoring and tracking of expenditures related to stewardship activities.
Support the Natural Area Manager in annual stewardship work planning, activity tracking and progress reporting.
Responsible for project administration activities related to project documentation and processes, including data input.
Under the direction of the Natural Area Manager, undertake conservation activities consistent with nationally and regionally approved policies and processes, as well as relevant Provincial and/or Federal laws and regulations.
Provide necessary administrative support, recommendations and monitoring of regional assets within respective natural areas.
Provide input on funding proposals related to geographic area of responsibility.