Lands & Environment: Marine Stewardship - Program Lead

Malahat Nation

110 Thunder Road | Mill Bay, BC| V8H 1B8
Tel: (250) 743-3231 | Fax (250) 743-3251
info@malahatnation.com| www.malahatnation.com

Lands & Environment: Marine Stewardship - Program Lead

REPORTS TO: Program Lead
START: Mid-May 2025
COMPENSATION: $45.63 to $47.00 (NEE: 27)- the above salary is subject to education, experience, and/or a combination of both.
STATUS: 1-Year Term | Leave of Absence Coverage | 35-hours per week fulltime

Malahat Nation represents approximately 350+ members with two reserve lands located on the western shore of Saanich Inlet, south of the village of Mill Bay, about 40-kilometres north of Victoria, British Columbia. Malahat Nation has been dedicated to protecting and understanding the local land & marine environments since time immemorial and must be a part of building the understanding required to manage these valuable resources effectively. Malahat Nation is seeking a dedicated and hard-working Program Lead with experience working with Indigenous communities in Lands & Environment: Marine Stewardship initiatives. We are looking for fun, energetic, dependable and organized staff. Our staff are offered opportunities for professional growth and development.

PURPOSE: Reporting to the Director of Marine Stewardship, and in collaboration with other members of the Malahat Lands & Environment team, the Program Lead will lead the development of Lands & Environment: Marine Stewardship Programs in partnership with the government of Canada and other funding providers. With increasing recreational, commercial and industrial activity in the Salish Sea, Malahat Nation is prioritizing protection of the important cultural and environmental resources that are a part of Malahat Nation’s territory. This position is a fulltime 1-year term backfill position with the possibility of an extension subject to review and reassessment thereafter, based in the office with possibility of a hybrid working arrangement. Occasional local travel may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in coordinating and administering and managing program deliverables, including the development of Lands & Environment: Marine Stewardship Programs to best suit the unique needs of Canada’s First Nations and better understand the activities occurring on the Salish Sea.
• Assist in the hiring process for program staff in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Direct, supervise, monitor, and evaluate performance of employees and discipline where necessary in accordance with the Human Resources Policy.
• Lead environmental programs and reviews of major project impacts in Malahat Territory.
• Develop and present creative solutions for mitigating human caused impacts throughout Malahat Nation’s marine territory.
• Organize, lead, and work efficiently with Malahat Nation and other agencies such as government, local businesses, neighbouring Indigenous communities, and the general public.
• Educate the Malahat community on the environmental concerns, impacts, and program progress.
• Coordinate environmental data-collection initiatives.
• Prepare funding proposals, reports and other technical memos to support program initiatives in collaboration with Director of Marine Stewardship.
• Conduct administrative responsibilities, including reporting, invoice reconciliation and budget management in collaboration with Director Marine Stewardship.
• Oversee the financial and human resource management aspects of managed projects in alignment with Financial Administrative Law (FAL) and Malahat Nation law and policy.
• Support environmental consultation and/or reviews of major projects in the Salish Sea agencies and the public.
• Present briefings for Malahat Chief and Council in collaboration with Director.
• Provide analysis, review and drafting of key environmental documents and technical materials.
• Other duties as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor Degree in a relevant area of study and 5-years relevant professional experience will be considered but must have work experience in an Indigenous community is required.
• Understanding and knowledge of Indigenous and Coast Salish history and culture required.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of consultation requirements and Aboriginal Rights and Title required.
• Class 5 BC driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.
• Successful Criminal Record Check (CRC) required.
• Familiarity with Provincial and Federal laws, regulations, and policies related to the environment, land, and natural resource management required.
• Effective December 3, 2021 full vaccination against COVID-19 is required to be eligible for employment at Malahat Nation. All individuals must show Proof of Vaccination as a mandatory condition of their employment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters Degree and two years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a First Nations community and a willingness to learn about Malahat culture, customs, and traditions is an asset.
• Commercial Boat Operating and Marine Safety Certifications are an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated experience working in a professional workplace and being an effective member of a team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of marine ecosystems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites program.
• Demonstrated experience in the identification and evaluation of information required to support decision-making processes on major projects, programs, or other high-profile initiatives.
• Experience with presenting results of assessments, options and impact analysis to senior staff or executive and other parties (i.e., local, provincial or federal government, industry, proponents, and Indigenous nations).
• Experience in coordinating multiparty stakeholder engagement.
• Experience managing multiple work priorities under pressure and within timeline constraints.
• Experience in planning and coordinating projects using project management principles and tools.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed cover letter, current resume, and three references.
Please clearly indicate the ‘Job Title’ in the ‘Subject Line’ upon submitting.

Human Resources Department, Malahat Nation
In person, fax 250-743-3251 or via email
Email: careers@malahatnation.com
Website: https://malahatnation.com/jobs/
Deadline: Recruitment Open Until Position Filled.

Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.
We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected will be contacted.