Project Coordinator
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Job Description
Project Coordinator
kikm First Nation are a distinct BC First Nation whosetraditional territory centers on the Coquitlam Lake Watershed and thesurrounding areas. kikm draw our name Red Fish Up the River from a runof sockeye salmon that once flourished in the Coquitlam River and CoquitlamLake prior to the construction of the Coquitlam Dam. Our name reflects thestrong connection our people have always had to our lands and the river andlake at the heart of our traditional territory. The traditional language of thekikm people is hnqminm previously Downriver Halkomelem. Ourpeople descended from Elders who were renowned as spirit and winter dancersskilled canoe builders and master sturgeon and salmon fishers. The Nation iscommitted to building a strong selfgoverning Nation which honors our richculture language and history and is based on ancient Coast Salish laws andprotocols. Today as in the past we are guided by our teachings of ourancestors to be stewards and guardians of our lands and water for pastpresent and future generations.
KFN is committed to economic development to promote theselfdetermination and longterm growth of the Nation. The Nations companies are responsible forcarrying out all business operations through companies such as KFN EnterprisesLP and Saskay Land Development LP.
Job Purpose
Under existing laws Canadian Regulators are required to refer aproject to the Nation for review and when it occurs within the Nationsasserted Traditional Territory.
Our team of staff and expert advisors work with the Regulatorsand other stakeholders to determine how the project may impact the IndigenousRights and Title of the kikm First Nation (KFN).
In addition Referrals receives hundreds of constructionrelatedproponent inquiries from Federal and Provincial Ministries Crown CorporationsRegional Authorities neighboring municipalities private sector companies andnonGovernmental Organizations (NGO). These inquiries pertain to a wide rangeof issues that are of concern to KFN such as archaeology culture environmentfisheries stewardship land rights and title and land use.
The departments goal is to reach a mutually beneficial solutionto these inquiries a solution that serves the needs of KFN Regulators andthe Proponent. At all times Referrals seeks to
combine professional archaeological environmental andtraditional knowledge in a culturally appropriate way to inform our decisions.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Information Management 50:Use the referral software system to ensure:
Correspondence is received filed and disseminatedin a timely manner.
Meetings are scheduled.
Research and other data are easily available.
Maps are prepared and accessible.
Internal/External Education and Advocacy 20: Use verbal communication and strong writingskills to:
Describe KFN policy to proponents and persuadeproponents to adopt KFN policy using knowledge of the legal environment and goodfaith tactics.
Deepen KFN LAR Division and Leadershipsunderstanding of proponent positions and influence KFNproponent meetingoutcomes.
Share scientific knowledge with proponents staffand members to further KFN land management and stewardship objectives.
Increase cooperation (effectiveness) between otherKFN LAR team members.
Stewardship Project Coordination 15: Promote KFNselfgovernance objectives by:
Advancing Nationled stewardship throughrelationship building community engagement and restoration planning andimplementation.
Conducting desktop and field studies to informimpact assessments and restoration planning through the establishment ofbaseline conditions and development of comprehensive monitoring programs.
Assist in reviewingdocuments received through consultation (e.g. environmental permits WasteManagement Plans etc. and make recommendations.
Financial Management 5: Use MS Excel and applicable financialsoftware to:
Assist the department in the preparation of projectbudgets and quarterly reports.
Education Skills and Experience
Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Archaeology PlanningLand Management Biology Indigenous Relations or other related disciplineand/or
Understanding of landuse and cumulative impactsecosystem function resilience restoration and climate change and
- Ability to interpret maps and understand GIS principles and mapping programs.
- Computer skills including MS Office Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Research writing and verbal communication skills.
Decisionmaking and problemsolving skills.
- Knowledge of current KFN or First Nations issues culture or history.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and tact.
Job Competencies
Collaboration and teamwork.
- Interpersonal relationships.
- Perseverance and resiliency.
- Accountability and resultsoriented.
- Customer focus.
- Authenticity transparency and integrity.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize heavy workloads and complete tasks efficiently.
Other requirements
Valid drivers license personal vehicle and the ability to travel on occasion.
- Overtime weekend and evening work as may be required.
- Satisfactory criminal record check.
About the Rewards
In exchange for your hard work and dedication youwill be rewarded with a competitive salary based on your experience. Aftersuccessfully completing the first three months of employment you will beeligible for a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes:
Extended Health Dental Vision benefitsShortTerm LongTerm and Life Insurance
Family and Employee Assistance Program
Registered Pension plan with an employer match
This is a great opportunity to contribute at anexciting time of growth and change within the Kwikwetlem Nation and to be apart of a team that creates a place that supports growth and promotes thevalues of the Kwikwetlem people. If this opportunity matches your valueseducation and experience please send a cover letter indicating your salaryexpectations and resume to
We thank allapplicants for their interest however only shortlisted candidates will becontacted.
Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
