ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST (EDUCATION AND AWARENESS)

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supramunicipal organization with jurisdiction over the territory north of the 55th parallel, is currently looking for a motivated and dynamic individual who would like to join the KRG to work as an: Environmental specialist (Education and awareness)(PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION) Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, Lands and Environment, Department of Renewable Resources, Environment, Lands and Parks, the Environmental Specialist's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Develop, make accessible to the public, and adapt environmental training tools and programs;Provide technical assistance to Northern villages for training, education, and awareness-raising needs related to the implementation of various residual materials management measures in Northern villages, such as ecocentres, an expanded deposit system, selective collection, composting, etc.;Lead various interpretation and awareness-raising activities on environmental issues, nature protection, eco-citizenship, etc., for a wide range of clients;Establish partnerships and encourage discussion among stakeholders from various interest groups in environmental education;Prepare grant applications and write reports;Collaborate with the Environment and Land Use Planning team during targeted or public consultations;Work with consultants and other external stakeholders to carry out environmental education projects;Review documentation and compile relevant environmental information pertaining to proposed projects, policies, activities, and other external requests that could have an impact on the environment of Northern villages or the Kativik region;Perform other miscellaneous tasks as required by the supervisor.REQUIREMENTS: University degree in education;Minimum three years' relevant work experience;Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team;Excellent ability to adapt;Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office;Essential working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages, both written and spoken: Inuktitut, French, and English;Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout Nunavik.Work location: Kuujjuaq, QuebecSalary: Minimum $ 60,074/year; maximum $ 102,839/year Benefits: Cost-of-living allowance: Minimum of $8,500/year;Food allowance: Minimum of $ 4,216/year;Annual leave trips: maximum of three trips per person per year;Group plan, including simplified pension plan; Vacation: 20 days a year;Public holidays: 20 days, including 10 days over Christmas. The KRG is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with this and with the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement, conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit applicants. KRG will only contact applicants selected for an interview.