Nature Manitoba is seeking a part-time coordinator for the Manitoba Important Bird Area program. The position will initially be three days per week, commencing December 2014 (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 program from different sectors. The successful candidate will:
- work independently, but with input from a committee, to build a province-wide program
- write funding proposals and seek opportunities to expand the program
- be skilled at giving presentations, recruiting volunteers, and organizing events
- be able to use the IBA monitoring protocol (Ebird) and technical tools and to explain their usage to volunteers
- represent the Manitoba program at meetings or conferences as required
Compensation: $22.50/hr starting salary (vacation pay, CPP, EI, WCB) with the possibility of increased hours and pay dependent on funding and performance review. Candidate may also be able to work on other bird conservation projects where funding permits.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated oral and written communications skills; fundraising experience and organisational skills a strong asset
- 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 only in either .doc, .rtf, or .pdf format) a résumé and cover letter with the names of three referees to Christian Artuso at cartuso@birdscanada.org.
Deadline: November 28, 2014, 5 pm Central time.