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Please note: We are looking for a pool of qualified candidates to fill multiple positions to carry out a range of duties as outlined below. Candidates and positions/duties will be matched based on experience, skill, knowledge, and interest. The number of positions that will be filled is funding-dependent.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is a private, non-profit organization that prides itself on its entrepreneurial, science-based approach to achieving conservation success through direct action. Since 1962, our donors and supporters have helped NCC conserve more than 15 million hectares of ecologically significant land across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, science and knowledge-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.

Positions are funded, in part, through the generosity of Jim and Leney Richardson.

Purpose and General Description:

The Conservation Intern will play an integral role in delivering Science and Stewardship activities in one or more of NCC Manitoba’s Natural Areas – Tall Grass Prairie, Riding Mountain, Whitemouth River Watershed, Oak Lake Sandhills and Wetlands, West Souris Mixed-Grass Prairie, Souris River Valley Grassland, Lower Qu’Appelle – Assiniboine – Quill Lakes, Interlake, Lake of the Woods, and Assiniboine Delta.

The Conservation Intern will contribute to NCC’s work in Manitoba by assisting regional staff with activities, which may include but not limited to: baseline inventories (BIs), effectiveness monitoring, implementing priority Property Management Plan (PMP) and Natural Area Conservation Plan (NACP) actions, Conservation Agreement program support, property stewardship and land management activities, and entering data in NCC’s internal databases.

Positions may require extensive travel and independent fieldwork that involves liaising with landowners, staff, volunteers, and partner organizations.

Duties and Responsibilities (positions may include all or a subset of the following):

• Conduct field work, reporting and data entry to assist development of Baseline Inventory Reports and Property Management Plans for NCC properties and Conservation Agreement properties using NCC’s internal data systems and GIS in all Natural Areas;
• Conduct Species at Risk and invasive species surveys, mapping or monitoring;
• Assist in the implementation and reporting of Effectiveness Monitoring Programs to track the viability of biodiversity targets and the effectiveness of conservation actions to abate threats at the property and Natural Area scale to guide property management;
• Complete data entry and quality assurance into NCC internal data bases for previously surveyed NCC-owned lands and Conservation Agreements in all Natural Areas;
• Assist with property stewardship activities such as site inspections, fence and sign maintenance, equipment maintenance, mowing, tree planting, and invasive species management;
• Photograph features as part of standardized documentation processes or for use in media;
• Write at least one media article that summarizes your NCC staff experience or features a conservation topic;
• Other duties as assigned by the Managers of Stewardship or Science Programs and the Director of Conservation.

Required Skills and Attributes:

This posting is targeted to candidates possessing several of the following skills and abilities:

• Education requirement – current post-secondary students and post-secondary graduates in relevant fields preferred; however, individuals having most job skill and experience requirements may be considered;
• Knowledge of vegetation community types; prairie, forest and wetland ecology and ability to monitor ecological health;
• Experience with species identification and use of taxonomic keys ;
• Experience in implementing, analyzing and reporting on the effectiveness of land management/stewardship activities;
• Experience in collecting, organizing and analyzing natural resource data;
• Proficient in computer usage, including data entry, Internet and MS Office applications;
• Experience supporting active land management (livestock grazing, prescribed fire, haying, weed control) through monitoring;
• Technical land management knowledge, general repair skills, experience with hardware tools and/or power equipment;
• Experience in ESRI/ArcGIS software;
• Experience in analyzing, manipulating and interpreting data, including statistics, spreadsheet applications, GPS and spatial data;
• Analytical and detailed oriented, creative, proactive thinker;
• Ability to work independently (with attention to detail), seek assistance and input as required, and to work on interdisciplinary teams;
• Self-motivated, superior time management skills, ability to meet deadlines;
• Supervisory and project management experience is an asset;
• Excellent writing and organization skills;
• Strong communication, interpersonal and writing skills;
• Strong interest in the environmental field and the vision and mission of NCC;
• Wilderness or Standard/Intermediate First Aid Training (CPR C & AED);
• Valid Driver’s License, with ability to rent a car;
• Ability to work under adverse climatic conditions.

Terms of Employment:

This is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) position for 12-20 weeks, and pays $18.00/hour.

Positions are based in Winnipeg and/or Brandon but requires the ability to travel throughout southern Manitoba.  Extended overnight stays may be required.  Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

To Apply:

NCC is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations through our Career Centre by May 17, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST. 

NCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We value and incorporate diverse traditions, heritage, knowledge and experiences in our mission and in our workplaces. We celebrate the full participation of people from all walks of life as we work towards common goals. We strive for a conservation movement in which equity, diversity and inclusion are the norm. This is our continuous commitment: to promote healthy people, healthy communities and a healthy planet for everyone.

 Please note that in-person office attendance, carpooling with co-workers to NCC properties or events, and in-person attendance at any indoor events are currently restricted to staff who are fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. Accordingly, if you are required to participate in any of these activities as part of your job the expectation is that you must be fully vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means you have received two doses of the Pfizer, Astra Zeneca or Moderna vaccine or combination of, and have received the second dose at least two weeks prior to your start date or you have received one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to your start date.