Job Opportunity:
INNU NATION ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISOR
The Innu Nation has an immediate need for an Environmental Advisor. The
workload is incredible but so are the opportunities. The successful
candidate will work directly with the Directors of Innu Rights and
Environment and the Innu Nation land rights negotiation team in the areas
of environmental research, analysis and policy development. The
Environmental Advisor will research, document and analyze current and
planned development activities in Innu territory, and will assist the Innu
Nation in developing strategic responses to these developments.
You must be self-motivated and good at working independently and as a
member of a team. A willingness to listen and learn, and a good sense of
humour, are definite assets. The successful candidate will be respectful
and supportive of Innu decision-making processes, and have the ability to
offer advice without pushing your views or recommendations too strongly.
You must be able to work in an atmosphere where too much work is faced by
too few people in a non-traditional office environment, and have the
ability to make progress on long term projects while responding to
immediate needs. A flexible lifestyle and the ability to travel frequently
on short notice is also required.
An awareness of Aboriginal issues and aspirations, and a demonstrated
commitment to Aboriginal rights, environmental protection and social
justice are necessary prerequisites. Candidates must also possess excellent
research and analysis skills, effective communication and organizational
abilities, and the ability to quickly and accurately assess information
while working in a very demanding and turbulent environment. Specialized
technical knowledge is not required, but critical thinking and
problem-solving abilities and a sound foundation in basic environmental
science, research and policy are essential. Candidates should have sound
knowledge and familiarity with environmental impact assessments and an
awareness of the current environmental issues in Innu territory. Past
policy development, computer-based research and GIS experience would be
definite assets, and the ability to make efficient use of computers to
prepare documents, press releases, etc. is essential. Previous work
experience in northern Aboriginal communities or in cross-cultural contexts
will be favourably considered.
The successful candidate will be willing to make a long-term commitment to
the Innu Nation, and be able to relocate to Sheshatshiu, an Innu community
approximately 40 km northeast of Goose Bay, in January 1997. The salary
will range according to experience from $30,000 to $40,000. The Innu Nation
offers excellent vacation benefits and a progressive workplace environment.
Applications from Aboriginal persons are encouraged.
Interested individuals should forward their resumes, references, and a
cover letter explaining their interest in the position to Mr. Larry Innes,
Innu Nation Main Office, PO Box 119, Sheshatshiu, Labrador, A0P 1M0. Faxes
may be directed to (709) 497-8396. Relevant examples of your work would
also be helpful. More information about the position can be obtained by
telephone at (709) 497-8398. Candidates are also encouraged to visit our
WWW site at http://www.web.net/~innu.
Applications should be received no later than Wednesday, December 4th, 1996.
Larry Innes Visit the Innu Nation WWW site:
Environmental Advisor http://www.web.net/~innu
Innu Nation
P.O. Box 119, Sheshatshiu, Labrador, Canada A0P 1M0
phone: (709) 497-8398 email: innuenv@web.net fax: (709) 497-8396
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