Shape whooping crane conservation through community engagement, Indigenous relationship building, and co-design while working remotely in the Northwest Territories.
The Wilder Institute seeks a permanent full-time Conservation and Community Engagement Specialist for the South Slave region. You will support inclusive conservation alongside the Conservation Program Manager and internal teams. Your work includes outreach, education, communications advice, and knowledge sharing.
Key Responsibilities: Develop engagement and co-design plans for future conservation actions
Support relationships with Indigenous Governments in the South Slave region
Coordinate outreach and education events in relevant communities
Advise on accessible educational and communications materials
Manage stories, knowledge, images,



and engagement data ethically
Requirements: Qualified experience in conservation, environmental management, or community engagement
Experience collaborating with Indigenous governments, communities, or organizations
Experience communicating conservation topics to varied audiences
Effective communication and strong interpersonal skills
Understanding of Indigenous data sovereignty principles, including OCAP, is an asset
Bring conservation knowledge, respectful engagement, and relationship-building skills to advance whooping crane recovery with local communities.

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📌 Conservation Community Engagement Specialist (Alberta)
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📍 Alberta