Employment Position Available at MUN Botanical Garden – Assistant Gardener, April 15 – November 30, 2013. To apply, please visit the JOBSinNL.ca website. Posting end date (and application deadline) is this Friday, March 22.

Duties:
The assistant gardener will perform seasonal maintenance of the gardens (April – November) on a Sunday to Thursday schedule.

Under the supervision of the head gardener, the assistant gardener will be responsible for garden maintenance, such as but not limited to:  digging, cultivating, weeding and watering the display beds, greenhouse and nursery areas. Tasks will also include soil mixing, leaf shredding, planting, pruning, and maintaining plant inventories.  The assistant gardener will also be required to answer inquiries from the general public and participate in public workshops.  This position involves fairly heavy manual labour and the successful applicant must be physically fit and not opposed to working outside in inclement weather.

The assistant gardener works closely with all Botanical Garden staff and has contact with the general public, so applicants should be polite and work well with others.  This position also requires the successful applicant to be able to work well independently.

Qualifications:
The successful applicant should have experience (1-3 years) in propagation and garden maintenance, graduation from high school, supplemented by the successful completion of horticulture courses equivalent to second year university or college; or any equivalent combination of industry experience and training.

Job Description

Job Title:             Newfoundland and Labrador Program Manager

Reports to:            Associate Regional Vice President, Conservation – Atlantic

Location:            St. John’s, NL

Overview:

The Program Manager oversees The Nature Conservancy of Canada’s (NCC) conservation efforts in Newfoundland & Labrador. The objective of this position is the effective conservation of strategically defined natural features within the province, focusing on private and public land protection and stewardship, based on good science. The Program Manager provides entrepreneurial leadership in developing and implementing a well-funded, community-based conservation program that sustains the significant biodiversity and ecological integrity of natural systems within the province. The incumbent will: build partnerships within local communities and with other private non-profit organizations and government agencies; manage and administer NCC projects and activities; communicate regularly and effectively with communities, agencies and existing and prospective partners; identify and develop new opportunities to advance project goals; will have the primary responsibility for public sector fundraising as it relates to projects within the province; play a key role in project-related private sector fundraising; take a lead role in fundraising and landowner contact and negotiations; and develop and manage annual objectives and budgets.

Key responsibilities:

1.     Implement Conservation Strategies in Newfoundland and Labrador

• Direct conservation activities are undertaken in consultation with the Associate Regional Vice President
• Oversee the development of partner-based landscape conservation strategies and action plans by working with federal and provincial government agencies and departments and local conservation groups, supported by NCC Atlantic Conservation Science Program staff;
• Oversee the implementation of strategic conservation research and habitat protection projects and programs by working in consultation with NCC science, securement and stewardship staff and key partner representatives;
• Responsible for long term protection of the viability of conservation targets on NCC owned properties including management planning, plan implementation and ad hoc threat abatement;
• Work with partners on lands transferred by NCC to ensure conservation values are maintained;
• Field-check and report on conservation values of properties identified as thru landscape conservation strategies and on properties identified by partners for potential securement;
• Build on key partner relationships with other NGOs and other provincial and federal government agencies and departments as well as  with  local, provincial and national naturalist and conservation groups- to collaborate with a variety of community-based groups in achieving strategic conservation programs;
• Report on conservation success within the province;
• Secure priority sites, engaging in landowner contact and negotiations for long term protection, principally through a combination of land purchase and property donations.

2.     Community and Partnership Liaison

• Represent NCC in all appropriate external relations and communications functions relative to NCC’s work in the province, including public speaking, meetings, and media relations, to build awareness and support for the conservation programs of NCC and its partners;
• Plan, implement and report on expert workshops and meetings with key stakeholders, to assist in setting conservation priorities as well as in developing and implement conservation plans;
• Facilitate external relations and communications needs and functions for senior NCC staff;
• Work with NCC stewardship staff, partners and volunteers to ensure stewardship of NCC owned properties within the sub region in accordance with NCC standards;
• Communicate regularly with NCC volunteer land stewards to develop and maintain good working relations;
• Foster positive relationships with private and public property landowners within priority landscapes in the province through personal contact, workshops, program newsletters and other innovative approaches to promoting conservation.

3.     Business development and Fundraising

• Advise the Newfoundland and Labrador Major Gifts Officer of funding priorities, amounts and deadlines for both new securement initiatives and ongoing stewardship needs, for which their assistance may be requested;
• With support from the Newfoundland and Labrador Major Gifts Officer, to ensure funds are available for property closings and other needs of the province;
• Work with regional and national development staff, other regional program staff, and local fundraising volunteers to identify, cultivate, and request funds from both existing NCC donors and new prospects, including individuals, businesses, foundations, governmental sources, and non-governmental organizations;
• Work with the Newfoundland and Labrador Major Gifts Officer and local or other assigned fundraising volunteers to cultivate local land donors;
• Nurture the relationship with local fundraising volunteers and identify potential new fundraising volunteers;
• Provide the regional philanthropy department with background material so that the department can produce appropriate marketing and communications materials for properties or natural areas requiring funding;
• Conduct donor property tours, provide an NCC presence at press conferences, speak at local community groups, and other public speaking engagements;
• Work with the philanthropy team to ensure that accurate records of donor and prospect cultivation are maintained.

4.     Manage the overall program and financial administration activities

• Identify new resources and programs to help achieve landscape management goals;
  • Lead the province in developing and managing work plans and budgets;
  • Provide overall coordination and management of land use and conservation stewardship activities     on all NCC owned properties, including compliance with NCC standards and practices;
  • Provide leadership and assist staff and volunteers to develop and maintain partnerships with other conservation organizations and develop plans and agreements for long term management of all NCC owned properties and/or properties where NCC provide financial assistance;
• Provide time reports to partners and donors;
• Coordinate staff and direct consultants to complete baseline reports on all new NCC properties;
• Keep up-to-date records and information on all NCC projects, including transferred lands;
• Hire and supervise any contractors or employees that may be engaged;
• Oversee the effective administration and financial operation of the province.

5.     Other

• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Skills and Aptitudes:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline;
• Excellent writing skills for proposals and correspondence;
• Flexibility, reliability, self-motivation, and ability to work both independently and as a leader;
• Capable of easily communicating with a wide range of people from the public and private sectors;
• Experience in delivering land/resource management programs in a rural community;
• Previous experience working with landowners to implement land use/land management changes preferred;
• Project management skills, including excellent problem solving, planning and organizational skills, and attention to detail and timelines;
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and/or volunteers
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, database and GIS software;
• Demonstrated experience in making public presentations;
• Entrepreneurial, with a strong ability to prepare and manage timelines, goals and expectations wisely;
• Must be prepared to travel and work flexible hours at times;
• Committed to the cause and mission of The Nature Conservancy of Canada.

Please submit cover letter and resume via email by Wednesday, April 3^rd,  2013 to atlantic@natureconservancy.ca.

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962 NCC and its partners have helped to protect more than 2.6 million acres (1 million hectares), coast to coast.  To learn more visit:  http://www.natureconservancy.ca

This spring the Brother Brennan Centre, located in a wilderness setting off Salmonier Line, will need one or two teaching assistants to help deliver their environmemtal programs from May 1 to June 19. This will involve staying at the Centre for a ‘shift’ of two days, teaching the programs, supervising students, running campfires etc. There could be one or two shifts each week – the ability to have a flexible schedule is an asset. This will particularly suit hard-working, enthusiastic people who love the outdoors, care about the environment, are familiar with Newfoundland natural history and have experience working with children. Pay is $14 per hour with each 2 day shift being 24 hours of pay. Teaching assistants will need to have an up to date first-aid certificate and and RNC certificate of conduct. Own transport is preferred, but car-pooling may be possible. If you are interested please send your resume and cover letter to helenspencer@esdnl.ca before Apil 19

Northeast Avalon ACAP, Inc. is hiring an Office and Outreach Coordinator

NAACAP is seeking an energetic coordinator to assist in the day-to-day operations of a regional non-profit, community-based environmental organization and to implement its public engagement activities. The successful candidate will report to, receive direction from, and facilitate the decision-making of a volunteer Board of Directors. The Coordinator will play a pivotal role in carrying out NAACAP’s 2012-13 project commitments which include the mounting of a regional watershed stewardship workshop in February 2013, as well as planning 2013-14 projects and preparing project proposals

Primary duties are as follows:

• Implementing projects and associated communications plans in keeping with Board and/or Committee direction
• Liaising with project partners and community members
• Maintaining financial, administrative and reporting systems

Qualifications desired:

• University Degree in related area (i.e. Geography, Business Administration, Biology, Environmental Science) or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Experience in planning and delivering workshops and other public events;
• Experience in project application and report writing;
• Experience working with volunteers;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Strong research and facilitation skills;
• Working knowledge of a variety of PC computer applications. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in bookkeeping, GIS, HTML and/or similarly specialized computing functions.
• Priority will be given to candidates eligible for Graduate Employment Program funding. Candidates eligible for this funding will have graduated from a post secondary institution in the last 2 years and be unemployed or under employed and preferably non EI eligible.

This is a contractual position to 31 April 2013 with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and adequate funding.

Salary: 32,000- 34,500/annum equivalent (~$17-$19/hr)

Candidates are asked to submit a detailed resume, a cover letter highlighting their relevant qualifications and experience, and provide contact information for two (2) individuals familiar with their work and accomplishments to date. Applicants selected for an interview will be asked to provide samples of their written work.

Please direct questions and applications to:   careers@naacap.ca

Deadline: 4:00 p.m. Monday September 24th 2012

Conservation Corps of Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization with a mandate to provide young people with meaningful work, training and educational opportunities in the areas of environmental and cultural heritage conservation and enhancement. Conservation Corps is now accepting applications for the following two internship positions.

Research Assistant (1 position)

In partnership with Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society – Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter (CPAWS – NL) with Corporate Support from Chevron Canada Ltd.:

CPAWS NL has been actively involved with various seabird projects throughout the Southern Shore; which include the Adopt a Beach Program, Puffin and Petrel Patrol Program, Purple Sandpiper Studies and Seabird Education. The intern will be responsible to continue with these programs as well aid in the research of methods to reduce light attraction of puffins and how to promote effectively to local residents. Intern duties may also involve assisting with an anticipated project with Parks Canada on human interaction within the National parks with bears. Furthermore, intern will assist staff with a National Geographic map guide project promoting sustainable tourism as well as other marine related projects. Candidates for this position should have a demonstrated interest in wildlife and the environment; experience in public education and outreach and program delivery considered an asset. Position primarily based in St. John’s but will include some travel to communities along the Southern Shore.

Field and Outreach Intern (1 position)

In partnership with Northeast Avalon Atlantic Coastal Action Program (NAACAP) with Corporate Support from Chevron Canada Ltd.:

Intern will be assisting NAACAP’S Environmental Technologist and Office and Outreach Co-ordinator with NAACAP’s project “Sustaining Watersheds”. This project aims to gather baseline data on the state of the Waterford River. The project has physical and social components; the Intern would collect physical data (water quality parameters, flow rates, pollution sources, etc.) and also help with outreach, networking, and event co-ordination. The Intern will play a role in organizing a bank stabilization demonstration project, and produce an information brochure based on the information gathered for this project. Candidates for this position should have a demonstrated interest in water conservation issues; strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills; event coordination and data collection would be considered an asset. Valid driver’s license and access to own vehicle with appropriate insurance considered an asset. Position based in St. John’s.

Salary for the above positions is $13.00 per hour for 35 hours per week for 12 weeks. CCNL is a youth serving not-for-profit, therefore individuals must be between the ages of 15 and 30.

Please apply with cover letter, resume and three references. The same application can be used to apply for more than one Intern placement. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter which Intern placements you are applying (if applying via email please indicate position in email subject title). For more information on Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador please visit www.ccnl.ca

Application Deadline is Monday, September 24^th, 2012.

Applications should be forwarded to:

Selection Committee, Conservation Corps Newfoundland & Labrador

Suite 103, 10 Austin Street

St. John’s NL, A1B 4C2

Tel: (709) 729-7266

Fax: (709) 729-7270

Email: applications@ccnl.ca