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    Manager, Environmental Monitoring Program - Edmonton, Canada - NAIT

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    Temporary Full time
    Description

    In order to ensure your application is received byNAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through ourCareers site at

    NOTE: This is a temporaryposition ending on or before May 15, 2027 with the possibility of extension.

    NAIT Applied Research is workingclosely with Indigenous communities across Treaty 6, 7 and 8 to aid them inestablishing environmental monitoring programs that fit their needs and whichare sustainable. The goal of the program is for communities to gain controlover monitoring the health and condition of their local environment and for thecommunities themselves to be able to develop data-enabled environmentalstewardship strategies.

    Reporting to the Director of AppliedScience Operations, the Environmental Monitoring Program Manager will beresponsible for managing a portfolio of projects that could require expertisefrom several scientific disciplines pertinent to monitoring the land and waterresources in communities. The Program Manager will be responsible for theoverall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, andcompletion of projects, ensuring consistency with partnership strategy,commitments, and goals.

    KeyAccountabilities:

  • The Manager is responsible for a significant portionof strategic planning to ensure growth and sustainability of the program, inclose collaboration with applied research leadership and the businessdevelopment team. The Manager is responsible for overseeing these funds andensuring they are administered responsibly in close conjunction with theFinancial Coordinator assigned to the program.
  • Supervision of all program employees, the number ofwhich may increase in the future as the program expands. The Manager will berequired to exert influence on the program team to ensure successful projectoutcomes.
  • Assimilating high-level technical knowledge to engagewith partners and communicate in written and verbal form.
  • Project oversight through maintaining awareness ofproject obstacles, milestone completions, and resource needs and coordinationof staff and students.
  • Program growth, overseeing andforecasting the number, type, and growth of project activity within theprogram. This requires balancing the skill sets and capacity of the staff withthe emergent needs of community partners and making strategic decisions thatguide the program toward greater capacity and revenue growth.
  • Partner engagement, with regular travel to remotecommunities expected
  • Skills& Abilities:

  • Effective project management skills with experience inleading multidisciplinary teams and in managing complex budgets
  • Ability to navigate the funding environment availableto post-secondary institutions
  • Advanced technical writing and presentation skills and theability to write grant proposals
  • Knowledge of Indigenous language, protocols, customs,community perspectives and challenges
  • Knowledge of United Nations Declaration on the Rightsof Indigenous Peoples, Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls toAction, and Indian Act
  • An aptitude for recognizing and responding toopportunities for new value creation
  • Qualifications:

  • Minimum: University degree, Master's (or higher)preferred, in a technical field related to the work done in the program(Analytical Chemistry or similar)
  • Qualification in project management or equivalent withknowledge of project management techniques and tools
  • Minimum of 5 years direct work experience in projectmanagement capacity and proven experience in people management, strategicplanning, and risk management
  • Experience working with Indigenous communitiesconsidered an asset
  • Experience with influencing a team with experiencelevels ranging from students to technical experts
  • Experience in customer and business developmentactivities considered an asset
  • Principles of financial management
  • Remuneration : $96,356- $127,657 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

    Will commensurate with education andexperience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

    Please submit a resume and cover letterto be considered for this opportunity.

    AboutNAIT

    AtNAIT, people matter.

    We'reproud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding workculture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggestasset – they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

    AtNAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives ofstudents, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflectsour shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, andaccountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are aproud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride atWork Canada. NAIT is committed toadvancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. Weespecially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Blackand racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women)people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.

    Whatwe offer

    We'vecreated a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professionaland personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

    NAITis a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you mayrequest flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work,including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of thetwo.

    Employeesalso have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmasand New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annualall-staff professional development days and so much more.

    Additionalrequirements

    Applicantswith education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had thempreviously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World EducationServices or the International Qualifications AssessmentService (IQAS)

    Accommodations

    NAITis an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you arecontacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don't hesitate to contactus if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Pleasecontact us via email at

    Wethank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interviewwill be contacted.

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