Your Connection to Wildlife
As one of Canada’s largest not-for-profit leaders in wildlife conservation, research, and advocacy, we are seeking to fill the following position:
Senior Policy Analyst – Fish Habitat
Fixed-term for 1-year
Full-time at 37.5 hours per week
Who We Are
The Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) is a national not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to ensuring an appreciation of our natural world and a lasting legacy of healthy wildlife and habitat. By spreading knowledge of human impacts on the environment, developing and delivering educational programs, conducting research, promoting the sustainable use of natural resources, and advocating for effective wildlife policy and regulation, CWF strives for a future in which Canada’s wildlife is conserved for generations to come.
Diversity is a fundamental part of our core values; we create every opportunity to become more inclusive. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from all diverse communities including, but not limited to, Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women in non-traditional roles. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please notify HR at any time.
Job Summary
The Senior Policy Analyst – Fish Habitat, in reporting to the Senior Conservation Biologist – Freshwater Ecology, will provide policy support and strategic advice to inform CWF’s advocacy for improvements to regulatory and management approaches used by Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada to implement the Fisheries Act. Priority topics include the management of fish passage and small projects. The Senior Policy Analyst will assess and synthesize national and international trends and regulatory frameworks and develop recommendations for improvements. The Senior Policy Analyst will work with a team of biologists and spatial analysts at CWF along with external conservation partners.
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Why Work With Us?
Application Deadline: This position will remain posted until filled.
How to Apply: Cover letter and resume should be submitted. Only the candidates who meet the qualifications and experience for the position will be contacted for an interview. We thank you for your interest in the Canadian Wildlife Federation.
We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by contacting the Human Resources department when selected for an interview.