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What is the opportunity?The Manager, Environmental Impact – Quebec and Atlantic is responsible for advancing RBC’s environmental impact community investment and donation strategy at a local and regional level across Quebec and the Atlantic Region in support of the goals and objectives outlined in RBC’s Community Investment Strategy and more broadly the RBC Purpose Framework.Working with the Director, Regional Environmental Impact, and collaboratively within and across teams in support of the Regions, this role will support partnership development and activation with charitable and not-for-profit organizations, promote strong and responsive relationships between RBC and the communities it serves, while strengthening RBC’s brand positioning across multiple audiences.This position will support community investments in Quebec and the Atlantic regions. The role is located in Montreal, with periodic travel to the Atlantic provinces.What will you do?Portfolio and Partnership Development and Management<ul><li>Execute on RBC’s environmental impact strategy and drive charity and not-for-profit partnership pipeline to ensure we are actively managing relationships with our partners and responding to incoming requests for support.</li><li>Lead relationship manager for suite of partnerships as well as support Regional Directors, Marketing and Citizenship on building and stewarding larger partnerships, ensuring organizations have a best-in-class experience. </li><li>Ensure effective and impactful regional community investments strongly aligned with RBC’s ambition to support the transition to a net zero economy.</li><li>Ensure all donations align to the Global Community Investment Policy and are responded to within the 90-day SLA as defined by the Enterprise Environmental Impact team.</li><li>Practice strong due diligence on all community investment partnerships to ensure minimal exposure to brand reputation risk for RBC and the partner.</li><li>Build subject matter knowledge and relationships across the environmental and philanthropic sector in the region in order to enhance program delivery and credibility.</li></ul>Partnership Activation and Brand Attribution<ul><li>Collaborate with regional and national teams to activate appropriate environmental partnerships and high impact programs at the local market level, to help drive brand attribution and environmental impact storytelling in the region</li><li>Represent RBC externally as an environmental subject matter expert, as directed, at regional partner events and other regional community activations under the net-zero economy ambition area.</li><li>Support regional management on identification, execution and promotion of employee engagement and learning activities associated with environmental impact community partnerships.</li></ul>Financial Management and Reporting<ul><li>In consultation with the Director and relevant Regional Director(s), Marketing and Citizenship, help manage the regional community investment budget, ensuring sound planning and execution, and optimizing resources through cross-team synergies and points of integration.</li><li>Work with Director to ensure all reporting is up to date and Smart Simple SLA is met.</li></ul>What do you need to succeed?Must-have:<ul><li>Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field and 3+ years of experience, ideally gained in the environmental not-for-profit and/or philanthropic sector.</li><li>Understanding of regional community-led climate mitigation and/or nature-based solutions, ideally with an established network of contacts in the environmental not-for-profit and / or philanthropic sectors.&nbsp; </li><li>High emotional intelligence as it relates to partnership management.</li><li>Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively across a diverse network of partners, both inside and outside of the bank.</li><li>Strong presentation, public speaking and written skills, and ability to communicate project, program plans and community investment impact across stakeholder groups internally and externally.</li><li>Bilingualism (English and French) required, as you will regularly serve our clients and do business with RBC partners and/or employees across Canada with English and French speaking needs.</li></ul>Nice-to-have:<ul><li>Experience working with corporate-charitable partnerships and related internal and external storytelling and activation opportunities.</li><li>Confidence working with senior leaders.</li></ul>What’s in it for you?You will have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of colleagues who are committed to supporting the transition to a net-zero economy and working with not-for-profit and charitable partners towards this goal.&nbsp;We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. Powering Ideas for People and Planet is the core of what we do.<ul><li>A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation</li><li>Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities</li><li>Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team</li><li>Opportunities to do challenging work</li></ul>Work Type: On-site 4-days/week and option for one remote day, with travel to Atlantic provinces 3-4 times/yearRenseignements sur le posteLe directeur régional, Impact environnemental – Québec et Atlantique est chargé de faire progresser la stratégie d’investissement communautaire à impact environnemental de RBC à l’échelle locale et régionale au Québec et dans la région de l’Atlantique, conformément aux objectifs énoncés dans la stratégie d’investissement dans la collectivité de RBC et, plus généralement, dans le cadre de la raison d’être de RBC.En collaboration avec le directeur général, Impact environnemental régional, et les équipes en appui aux régions, le titulaire de ce rôle soutiendra l’établissement et la mise en œuvre de partenariats, favorisera des relations solides et axées sur la réciprocité entre RBC et les collectivités qu’elle sert, tout en renforçant le positionnement de la marque RBC auprès de divers publics.Il appuiera les investissements dans la collectivité au Québec et dans la région de l’Atlantique. Le poste est basé à Montréal, et comporte des déplacements ponctuels dans les provinces de l’Atlantique.ResponsabilitésDéveloppement et gestion de portefeuille et de partenariats<ul><li>Exécuter la stratégie de RBC en matière d’impact environnemental et développer le bassin de partenariats afin d’assurer une gestion proactive des relations avec nos partenaires et de répondre aux demandes de soutien reçues.</li><li>Diriger la gestion des relations pour un portefeuille de partenariats, tout en soutenant les directeurs généraux régionaux, Marketing et citoyenneté, dans la création et la gestion de partenariats majeurs, en veillant à offrir aux organisations une expérience de premier ordre. </li><li>Assurer des investissements régionaux dans la collectivité efficaces et percutants, cadrant fortement avec l’ambition de RBC de soutenir la transition vers une économie à zéro émission nette.</li><li>S’assurer que toutes les demandes de dons sont conformes à la Politique mondiale des investissements dans la collectivité RBC et qu’on y répond dans les 90&nbsp;jours, selon les normes définies par l’équipe Impact environnemental.</li><li>Faire preuve d’une grande diligence à l’égard des partenariats d’investissement dans la collectivité pour minimiser l’exposition de RBC et du partenaire au risque réputationnel.</li><li>Développer des connaissances et des relations dans le secteur environnemental et philanthropique de la région afin d'améliorer la mise en œuvre et la crédibilité du programme.</li></ul>Mise en œuvre de partenariats et valorisation de la marque<ul><li>Collaborer avec les équipes régionales et nationales pour lancer des partenariats environnementaux adaptés et des programmes à fort impact au niveau des marchés locaux, afin de soutenir la valorisation de la marque et la promotion des résultats environnementaux dans la région.</li><li>Représenter RBC à l’extérieur, selon les directives, lors d’événements de partenaires régionaux et d’autres activités communautaires régionales dans le cadre du pilier relatif à la a transition vers une économie à zéro émission nette.</li><li>Soutenir la direction régionale dans l’identification, l’exécution et la promotion des activités d’engagement et d’apprentissage des employés associées aux partenariats communautaires à impact environnemental.</li></ul>Gestion financière et information<ul><li>En consultation avec le directeur général et le ou les directeurs généraux régionaux, Marketing et citoyenneté, concernés, contribuer à la gestion du budget d'investissement dans la collectivité à l’échelle régionale, en assurant une planification et une exécution solides et en optimisant les ressources grâce à des synergies entre les équipes et des points d'intégration.</li><li>De concert avec le directeur général, voir à ce que toute l’information soit à jour et que les ententes de partenariat interservices soient respectées grâce à SmartSimple.</li></ul>Éléments clés de la réussiteExigences<ul><li>Diplôme d’études postsecondaires ou diplôme dans un domaine connexe ou au moins trois années d’expérience, idéalement acquise dans le secteur environnemental à but non lucratif ou philanthropique.</li><li>Bonne connaissance des solutions communautaires régionales de lutte contre les changements climatiques ou des solutions fondées sur la nature, idéalement accompagnée d’un réseau de contacts établi.&nbsp; </li><li>Capacité de faire preuve d’une grande intelligence émotionnelle pour gérer les partenariats.</li><li>Autonomie, capacité à gérer plusieurs projets simultanément et à travailler en collaboration avec un réseau diversifié de partenaires, tant à l'intérieur qu'à l'extérieur de la Banque.</li><li>Excellentes aptitudes en matière de présentation, de prise de parole en public et de rédaction, et capacité à communiquer les projets, les plans de programme et l'impact des investissements dans la collectivité auprès des groupes de parties prenantes à l’interne et à l’externe.</li><li>Bilinguisme (anglais et français) requis, car vous servirez une clientèle, et ferez affaire avec des collègues et des partenaires, francophones et anglophones à l’échelle du Canada.</li></ul>Atouts souhaités<ul><li>Expérience dans le domaine des partenariats entre entreprises et organismes caritatifs, ainsi que dans la gestion des communications internes et externes et des occasions de mise en œuvre qui y sont associées.</li><li>Capacité d’interagir avec aisance avec la haute direction.</li></ul>Avantages du posteVous aurez l’occasion de travailler aux côtés d’une équipe dévouée de collègues qui s’engagent à soutenir la transition vers une économie à zéro émission nette et à collaborer avec des OSBL et des organismes caritatifs pour atteindre cet objectif.&nbsp;Nous donnons notre pleine mesure, pensons autrement pour poursuivre notre croissance et collaborons afin d’offrir des conseils judicieux qui contribueront à la réussite de la clientèle et à la prospérité des collectivités. Nous nous soucions du bien-être de chacun et chacune et aspirons à réaliser notre plein potentiel, à favoriser l’essor des collectivités et à contribuer à la réussite de tous et toutes. Propulser des idées pour les gens et la planète est au cœur de ce que nous faisons.<ul><li>Programme de rémunération globale comprenant des primes, des avantages sociaux à la carte et une rémunération concurrentielle.</li><li>Perfectionnement soutenu par la direction au moyen d’accompagnement et d’occasions de gestion</li><li>Équipe dynamique et performante axée sur l’innovation et la collaboration</li><li>Occasions de relever des défis</li></ul>Type de travail&nbsp;: Sur place quatre jours par semaine et possibilité de télétravailler un jour par semaine, avec déplacements dans les provinces de l'Atlantique trois à quatre fois par an.

Manager, Environmental Impact - Quebec and Atlantic / Directeur, Impact environnemental – Québec et Atlantique

<h3>About The Humane Choices Foundation</h3>The Humane Choices Foundation is a registered nonprofit organization based in Ontario, Canada, dedicated to protecting and defending the inherent rights of all animals. Through advocacy, education, and direct action, we strive to build a compassionate world where every animal can live free from suffering. Our initiatives include public policy advocacy, humane education, and global partnerships to end cruelty and promote ethical treatment of all living beings. &nbsp;<h3>Position Overview</h3>The Youth Programs Manager (Volunteer) will lead the design, development, and implementation of The Humane Choices Foundation’s University Ambassador Program—a transformative initiative aimed at engaging and empowering young advocates on college and university campuses.This role will establish the framework for student leadership, create educational and advocacy opportunities, and build long-term engagement pipelines to advance animal rights and humane education through youth participation. &nbsp;<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Program Development &amp; StrategyDesign and develop the Youth Ambassador Program from the ground up, including structure, goals, and measurable outcomes.Identify and engage target universities and colleges across Ontario and Canada for pilot implementation.Develop educational materials, leadership handbooks, and orientation resources for student ambassadors.Create a strategic plan to expand the program nationally and internationally over time.Recruitment &amp; EngagementLead outreach to recruit university students passionate about animal rights, environmental ethics, and humane leadership.Develop and maintain partnerships with student unions, clubs, and academic departments to strengthen participation.Coordinate onboarding and training for ambassadors, ensuring alignment with the Foundation’s values and objectives.Build a supportive youth community through meetings, webinars, and social platforms.Leadership &amp; MentorshipMentor student ambassadors and guide them in planning campus events, awareness campaigns, and advocacy initiatives.Foster leadership development through skill-building workshops, peer mentoring, and volunteer recognition initiatives.Encourage cross-campus collaboration and student-led projects that amplify impact.Monitoring &amp; EvaluationEstablish systems for tracking participation, event outcomes, and ambassador engagement metrics.Provide regular reports to the Executive Director and contribute insights for program improvement.Measure the educational, social, and advocacy impact of the youth program and recommend long-term growth strategies.Collaboration &amp; RepresentationWork closely with the Foundation’s leadership team to integrate youth perspectives into broader advocacy and education initiatives.Represent The Humane Choices Foundation at student events, conferences, and community engagements as required.Uphold the organization’s mission and values in all communications and partnerships. &nbsp;<h3>Qualifications &amp; Skills</h3>RequiredStrong passion for animal welfare, humane education, or social justice causes.Proven experience in program coordination, volunteer engagement, or youth leadership (volunteer or professional).Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative engagement strategies.Comfortable working remotely with virtual tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom).PreferredExperience in university outreach, student affairs, or advocacy program management.Background in education, communications, social work, or nonprofit management.Familiarity with Canadian post-secondary institutions and student networks. &nbsp;<h3>What You’ll Gain</h3>A leadership role in shaping one of Canada’s first humane education–focused youth engagement programs.Mentorship and collaboration opportunities with professionals in animal welfare, education, and nonprofit leadership.Practical experience in program design, advocacy, and youth empowerment.The opportunity to make a tangible impact in transforming hearts and minds toward compassion and justice for animals.<h3>Commitment</h3>Approximately 5 hours per week (flexible scheduling).Remote role with optional in-person participation at local events or university campuses.

The Humane Choices Foundation

Volunteer Position: Youth Programs Manager

The Human Resource team is responsible for the organization, performance, and the culture of our internship program. They also create strategies to recruit and retain a skilled and diverse group of interns and help current interns develop their professional skills. HR will communicate with applicants throughout the application, interview, and onboarding process. They help create an optimal work environment at Seaside by improving intern wellness and maintaining communication with current interns. Additionally, the team will be providing administrative support such as storing intern paperwork, confidential information, and connecting interns with project teams. At Seaside, the Human Resource team is split into three divisions, each led by a project manager.&nbsp; Preferred Qualifications for HR Interns:Interns should be comfortable with basic administrative skills (G Suite, email) and possess excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. We are looking for individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills. All HR Interns must also be able to work independently and in a team. SUB-TEAMS Applications and External Communications:<ul>	<li>Recruit potential interns and review applications</li>	<li>Conduct initial interviews with applicants</li>	<li>Collaborate with Management Fellows closely to fill open positions with talented candidates</li>	<li>Handle administrative tasks for the onboarding process&nbsp;</li></ul>Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Ability to objectively evaluate candidates on their skills and experience</li>	<li>Highly organized and process-oriented</li>	<li>Conducting interviews (not required but recommended)</li></ul>Internal Communications and Well-Being:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>Produce weekly internal newsletters for current interns using Mailerlite</li>	<li>Improve work culture and engage with current interns to enhance performance</li>	<li>Work with Management Fellows to conduct additional check-ins with interns and assist Fellows with some offboarding tasks for leaving interns</li>	<li>Conduct welcome orientations call with new interns and connect interns to their respective teams, personal fellows, and additional projects</li></ul>Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Good problem solving and critical thinking skills</li>	<li>Presentation skills</li>	<li>Eager to interact with other teams and fellows&nbsp;</li>	<li>Experience with Mailerlite (not required)</li></ul>Diversity and Professional Development Training:<ul>	<li>Update policies and guides if necessary</li>	<li>Develop a diverse, accessible, and inclusive workplace</li>	<li>Conduct research on cultural holidays, awareness dates, and diversity in sustainability</li>	<li>Collaborate with different teams to plan and host training sessions and workshops on topics relating to unconscious bias, privilege, professional development&nbsp;</li></ul>Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Research and presentation skills</li>	<li>Passion for bringing diversity to the field of sustainability&nbsp;</li>	<li>Comfortable with cross-functional collaboration</li>	<li>Experience in recruiting diverse talent</li>	<li>Knowledge of cultural competency</li></ul>Human Resource Project ManagersEach PM leads one division within a team. They work closely with the HR fellow to assign tasks to their divisional interns in weekly meetings.&nbsp;Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Have previous leadership experience and know how to lead a team (Not Required)</li>	<li>Must be organized, reliable, and possess strong communication skills</li></ul>Human Resource FellowThe HR Fellow works closely with the intern directors and other fellows to discuss updates relating to organizational change. The fellow will then meet with the PMs to coordinate these tasks to the general interns. They will also perform the general fellow tasks. Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Strong leadership skills</li>	<li>Commit longer working hours at Seaside</li>	<li>Ability to adapt to change and delegate tasks effectively</li>	<li>Open to feedback</li></ul> What is Seaside:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability is a nationally recognized, award-winning 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to community engagement, public education, and environmental conservation. Seaside aims to be a leader in environmental and STEM educational programs and recognition initiatives. We help by promoting public awareness about the importance of environmental health, providing resources to develop problem-solving skills, and chances to get engaged as part of a community to take action. We organize our works and initiatives around these areas: plastic mitigation, marine citizen science, sustainability education, and solar energy in the community. Why Intern at Seaside:&nbsp;Seaside’s internship program is hands-down one of the best in the area! With its roots firmly seated in education and hands-on learning, there is no doubt that that is why we have more than 50 interns at any given point throughout the year. Our programs and initiatives encourage members of the community, young and old, to build and nurture a relationship with local land and seascapes. An internship at Seaside allows you to explore a myriad of internship opportunities, relevant to almost any future interest. Join Seaside Sustainability for any season, or during breaks in your school schedule. We are looking for part-time interns in high school, college, and beyond to work on a diverse and challenging array of projects and initiatives. We are accepting applications for unpaid internships, with hours available any day of the week and practically any time of day: weekdays, weekends, and evenings included. We prefer to have our local interns work in person at the office in Gloucester, and we also invite interns from all over the United States and internationally to apply. Seaside Sustainability provides interns with real and meaningful work, and internships are available in any season with flexible time schedules.Mission:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability's mission is to preserve and protect the world's oceans, seas, wetlands, and estuaries by motivating citizens to evaluate the critical issues facing the water environment, educating the public on best practices for sustainability, and providing guidance for taking effective action. Among our most important areas of focus are the elimination of consumer plastics and the creation of educational programs for students of all ages. By partnering with diverse stakeholders, including educational institutions, environmental groups, and other organizations across the public and private sectors, Seaside Sustainability is committed to building an informed citizenry to address the sustainability of water-based ecosystems in communities around the world. Vision Statement:&nbsp;Seaside’s programs and initiatives encourage members of the community, of all ages, to build and nurture a relationship with local land and seascapes. We believe that environmental challenges can be overcome by instilling ethical and social responsibility into our existence. And we address these challenges by illuminating the heavy costs of environmental degradation by providing resources to develop skills, solutions, and community involvement. What Interns Do at Seaside Sustainability:&nbsp;Our interns are not limited to just one role; we encourage each intern to take advantage of the opportunity to explore a variety of roles and responsibilities. Our interns are never bored as they’re always given real and meaningful work that is essential to the day-to-day operation of the company. As an intern with Seaside Sustainability, you will be asked to perform a myriad of tasks, most of which can also be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.seasidesustainability.org/intern-details" target="_blank">https://www.seasidesustainability.org/intern-details</a>.&nbsp;Market Research Weekly Work:&nbsp;We have been working on collecting critical contact information on schools, educators, and administrators since 2017 in preparation to re-launch and manage our Green Scholars Program across the country!! To meet our weekly goals, all Seaside Sustainability interns are required to spend no more than 2-hours a week collecting this critical information! This activity is absolutely crucial to our program's success, hence why interns dedicate part of their weekly time commitment to its completion. We have developed an entire process that our interns are trained in to make it as easy as possible for you! Interns that are in Seaside Sustainability’s management are not required to do this weekly market research.Course Credit:&nbsp;Students may receive course credit for this internship. Staff will work with the intern’s school/advisor on achieving desired learning outcomes and completing all necessary paperwork. Requirements:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability requires interns to work at least 15 hours per week.&nbsp;&nbsp; And remember to check out our partner organization National STEM Honor Society for another great internship opportunity! President’s Volunteer Service Award:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability is now certified to give out the “President’s Volunteer Service Award” to eligible interns. This award was created to, “recognize the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too.” This is a great achievement to put on your resume!&nbsp; What are the requirements for this award?<ol>	<li>	Must be a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident	</li>	<li>	All hours must be completed within a 12-month period to be counted towards the final total	</li>	<li>	All hours must be tracked in Seaside’s weekly shift report to be counted	</li></ol>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement:&nbsp;Seaside recognizes that environmental issues are human issues, and therefore everyone has a right to be a part of the solution. Seaside is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes all participants irrespective of their gender, race, sexuality, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or socioeconomic status. The demographics of our internship program directly reflects the composition of our national outreach while the composition of our board more reflects the local composition of our communities. With the understanding that Environmental Issues disproportionately affect low income communities, minority communities, and communities of color, we are actively seeking to ensure that our environmental work, our projects, and programs are crafted in a way that both reflects and aids in combating the plight of minorities, of people of color, of economically challenged, and other disadvantaged individuals. General Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Passionate and dedicated to making a difference in the environment</li>	<li>Good virtual communication skills&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Comfortable working in teams&nbsp;</li>	<li>Good time management skills</li>	<li>Willingness to learn and work outside of their comfort zone&nbsp;</li>	<li>Basic knowledge of communication technology (G-Suite, Zoom, Email)&nbsp;</li>	<li>​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Leadership skills</li></ul>Management Roles: Project Managers Seaside Sustainability’s rapid growth is requiring the organization to look for enthusiastic students who wish to take their passion for the environment to the next level. To promote this, Seaside will provide Project Managers with a professionally guided internship that assists with intern management strategies and supports their aspirations for career development. PMs take the lead on more than 20 Seaside projects ranging from 2-10 team members working virtually. Being a Project Manager is truly a&nbsp;win-win&nbsp;situation: the environment benefits, interns benefit, and project managers gain invaluable experience. We are actively seeking to recruit college students, graduate students, and those with leadership experience to fulfill the role of a project manager. Interns at Seaside Sustainability may be promoted to the position of a project manager by exemplifying the characteristics of a model intern.&nbsp;Skills Needed:&nbsp;Project development, Task delegation, Superior organizational and communication skills Management Fellows Similar to the Project Manager position described above, a Fellow exemplifies organization, leadership, and communication skills and has the opportunity to lead a team of 3-10 interns in one of the teams above throughout their internship. This position is more demanding and requires someone with the ability to check emails and make phone calls outside of their regular working hours. The duties of this position include: interviewing applicants, onboarding new interns, meeting with interns 1:1 every other week, reporting to the Executive Director, and lastly, ensuring intern and project success. Intern Directors Seaside Sustainability’s internship program has been growing steadily since its creation, and now has the capacity to offer another management position to exceptional interns. Similar to the Project Manager position described above, a Fellow exemplifies organization, leadership, and communication skills and has the opportunity to lead a team of 3-10 interns in one of the teams above throughout their internship. This position is more demanding and requires someone with the ability to check emails and make phone calls outside of their regular working hours. The duties of this position include: interviewing applicants, onboarding new interns, meeting with interns 1:1 every other week, reporting to the Executive Director, and lastly, ensuring intern and project success. And remember to check out our partner organization National STEM Honor Society for another great internship opportunity!

Seaside Sustainability

Human Resources Volunteer Remote Internship

K’ómoks First Nation’s vision: We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory, honouring our people, lands, waters, cultures and languages.K’ómoks First Nation’s mission: K’ómoks First Nation ensures the well-being and self-sufficiency in all aspects of our Nation by asserting our rights and title while upholding our members.About the RoleReporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Lands leads the Lands Department’s strategic planning, land governance, and operational development. This role supports the implementation of the KFN Land Code and preparation for the transition to a Treaty governance environment, overseeing land use policy, environmental regulation, and enforcement frameworksWhat You’ll Do<ul><li>Provide strategic leadership in lands governance, planning, and policy development</li><li>Oversee land use, environmental protection, and registry system transition to Treaty governance</li><li>Coordinate with legal, engineering, and planning consultants and funding agencies</li><li>Foster relationships with government partners and regulatory bodies</li><li>Mentor Lands staff and lead departmental development aligned with Nation priorities</li><li>Oversee leases, land acquisition/divestment, and development opportunities</li><li>Negotiate development agreements, MOUs, leases, and contracts in collaboration with legal and financial advisors</li><li>Prepare funding proposals and represent KFN in external negotiations and community development discussions</li></ul>What you Bring<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Land Use Planning, Environmental Science, Resource Management, or related field (or equivalent experience/lived experience)</li><li>7+ years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role</li><li>Strong knowledge of Land Code, land tenure systems, and Indigenous land governance</li><li>Experience working with Indigenous governments and familiarity with First Nations governance in BC</li><li>Cultural sensitivity and awareness of historical and contemporary Indigenous contexts</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and team leadership skills</li><li>High emotional intelligence and proven ability to build respectful relationships</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and office equipment including printers, plotters, and projectors</li></ul>Why Join K’omoks First Nation?This is a pivotal time for K’ómoks First Nation as we move toward treaty implementation and self-government. As Director of Lands, you will be at the forefront of shaping land governance and stewarding our connection to territory for future generations.Application Information:If this opportunity to work as a team member in a growing Indigenous organization appeals to you, please apply with your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:careers@komoks.ca" target="_blank">careers@komoks.ca</a>.We value employment equity and prioritize applications from Indigenous applicants and especially encourage those living within the K’ómoks First Nation to apply.&nbsp;

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