Public Environmental Educator

Northwatch is a non-profit organization operating across northeastern Ontario.

Duties:

To work with the public and local groups interested in learning about forests and the environment.

As a project team member you will:

• provide direct educational and information support to members of Local Citizens Commitees and the public interested or
  engaged in the forest management planning process
• provide policy and planning support to members of Local Citizens Commitees and the public interested or engaged in
  the forest management planning process
• deliver networking, information-sharing and educational opportunities to members of Local Citizens Commitees and the
  public interested or engaged in the forest management planning process
• work with others to develop local support in the plan process for biodiversity objectives
• attend local citizens committees meetings as per workplan
• work with other team members to deliver least 3 local workshops each year throughout region
• work with other team members to hold a stand-alone regional workshop on forest management planning each year
• respond to information requests promptly, in consultation with other project team members where necessary
• establishing contact with local citizens committees active in planning process with districts each project team member
  has "lead" responsibility for
• be the Project's primary outreach contact for the Cochrane, Timmins and Hearst Districts

Qualifications:

• must be able to work independently and enjoy working with a broad variety of interests.
• based in Timmins area.
• some
  travel required.
• sound understanding of the forest management planning process
• related practical experience
• excellent communication and organizational skills
• experience in adult/public education
• familiarity with the structure and operating style of both the Ministry of Natural Resources and the forest industry
• an understanding of forest science and forest policy in Ontario
• existing network of contacts in the northeastern Ontario
• bilingual English/French or English / Ojibway or English / Cree
• access to a
  vehicle and a valid driver's license are required.

Terms:

• Location: Timmins / Cochrane / Hearst Area
• This is a contract position.
• Remuneration does not include a benefits package or CPP or EI contributions.

Application Instructions:

Reply to:

Northwatch
Box 282
North Bay
P1B 8H2
or by fax or email.