Consultant, Social Performance (Part-Time)

Help Shape More Sustainable Inclusive and Resilient Projects Across Communities and Industries

ERM is seeking a Consultant Social Performance (Part-Time) to join our growing team supporting impactful projects in this Part-Time role (24 hours/week) you will work alongside experienced practitioners clients Indigenous organizations governments and other stakeholders to address complex social environmental and economic challenges. From mining and energy to renewables and infrastructure you will help shape projects that balance business objectives with community needs social responsibility and long-term sustainability. This is an opportunity to build a meaningful consulting career while contributing to work that creates positive outcomes for people communities and the environment.

As a Consultant Social Performance you will play an important role in advancing responsible development across Canada and internationally. Your expertise will help clients navigate social risks strengthen community relationships and embed responsible practices into major mining renewables infrastructure and industrial projects. By combining research stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking you will help organizations make informed decisions that generate tangible benefits for communities Indigenous Nations stakeholders and project teams.

In this role you will support ERM projects and clients to strengthen community and Indigenous engagement and effectively manage social risks and opportunities associated with major capital projects and industrial operations.

Your work will help clients:

• Make informed decisions through high-quality research analysis and communication of complex information.
• Understand and address social risks opportunities and stakeholder concerns.
• Develop practical strategies that support responsible business practices and project success.
• Build productive relationships with Indigenous Nations communities governments and other stakeholders.
• Deliver positive social environmental and economic outcomes through effective project execution.

Working as part of multidisciplinary teams you will help develop innovative actionable solutions to some of the most pressing social challenges facing industry today.

• Post-secondary degree in international development law public policy political science human rights geography public health economics social science resource management anthropology or similar.
• 2 years of relevant experience including stakeholder and Indigenous engagement fieldwork (e.g. interviews focus groups) impact assessment environmental and social due diligence and/or related activities in Canada and/or internationally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal demonstrated through clear and respectful interactions with colleagues and clients.
• Strong time management prioritization and organizational skills.
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to tailor deliverables to the specific needs and audiences of clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment take direction and work independently on tasks contributing to broader project outcomes.
• Ability to conduct research (e.g. web-based research literature reviews surveys and/or interviews) analyze data and present findings clearly and concisely.
• Initiative and willingness to take on new responsibilities support new initiatives and seek clarification when needed.
• Critical thinking and strategic problem-solving skills.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Masters degree (or higher) in a relevant field.
• Experience working with Indigenous Nations or Indigenous organizations in British Columbia and Northern Canada.
• Experience working with and/or engaging vulnerable populations.
• Previous consulting experience.
• Experience synthesizing complex environmental and engineering information into plain-language summaries.
• Project management skills and experience.
• Working fluency in a second language (French or Spanish preferred).
• Drivers License Required: This position requires a valid drivers license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

• Support successful consulting engagements through research analysis and preparation of project deliverables.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement activities including engagement planning engagement tracking and development of engagement materials.
• Support note-taking and reporting for stakeholder meetings client meetings workshops and engagement sessions.
• Conduct desktop research and literature reviews to support project delivery and inform the development of baseline studies impact assessments engagement plans management plans and related materials.
• Think critically and strategically to help enhance project outcomes and maximize value for clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across ERM service areas contributing expertise while supporting multidisciplinary project teams when needed.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth development and success of ERMs team systems and culture.
• Contribute to ERM projects and initiatives in Canada and where applicable internationally.

For theConsultant Social Performance (Part-Time 24 hours/week) position theanticipatedannual base pay is $43854-$56584 CAD. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education experience skills location performance and business some cases pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees arenot bonuseligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off parental leave medical dental vision life disability AD&D insurance RRSP/DPSP and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy we partner with the worlds leading organizations creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental health safety risk and social issues. We call this capability our boots to boardroom approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.

ERMwelcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age Indigenous identity or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.

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