JOB SUMMARY

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Senior Manager of Environment (Nation Building Sector).

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Special Projects Officer(s) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering time‑limited projects that advance the Workplace Department’s goals and support the growth and strategic direction of the department itself. Which include:

- Grounding environmental work in Haudenosaunee knowledge systems, language, and cultural values.
- Engaging the community in defining environmental priorities, policies, and programs.
- Strengthening partnerships with internal departments, other governments, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations.
- Establishing tools, resources, and responsibilities that enable effective environmental stewardship.
- Contributing to the development of the Environment Department’s strategic direction, operational practices, and long‑term capacity.

Type

Casual Contract

Closing Date

November 18, 2026

Hours of Work

Up to 35 hrs/week

Wage

Minimum $34.73/hour

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- University degree in a relevant field (e.g., Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Public Health, Indigenous Studies, Policy, Planning, or a related discipline).
- Lived/living experience, community knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the environmental concerns within Six Nations of the Grand River.

Special Projects Officer – Casual Contract – 196-26-6

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Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

POSITION TITLE

Special Projects Officer(s)





(Casual up to 35 hours 12 Month Contract)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Senior Manager of Environment (Nation Building Sector)

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Special Projects Officer(s) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering time‑limited projects that advance the Environment Department’s goals and support the growth and strategic direction of the department itself. Which include:

- Grounding environmental work in Haudenosaunee knowledge systems, language, and cultural values.
- Engaging the community in defining environmental priorities, policies, and programs.
- Strengthening partnerships with internal departments, other governments, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations.
- Establishing tools, resources, and responsibilities that enable effective environmental stewardship.
- Contributing to the development of the Environment Department’s strategic direction, operational practices, and long‑term capacity.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Functions

- Conduct literature reviews, data collection, interviews, and field observations on environmental priorities.
- Analyze and synthesize findings into accessible summaries, reports, and recommendations.




- Maintain and update project workplans, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
- Lead or support community engagement activities (surveys, workshops, interviews).
- Develop project outputs such as policies, frameworks, plans, educational materials, and engagement tools.
- Assist with site visits, environmental sampling, and verification of data.
- Support GIS mapping and integration of cultural/community‑based indicators into monitoring activities.
- Apply Haudenosaunee knowledge systems, language, and cultural perspectives to the interpretation of environmental issues and proposed solutions.
- Organize technical aspects of project delivery, including scheduling, equipment needs, and preparation of materials for meetings, workshops, and fieldwork.
- Support the Senior Manager in developing and updating the Environment Department’s strategic and operational plans.
- Identify gaps, opportunities, and innovations to expand departmental capacity in stewardship, monitoring, and policy.
- Pilot initiatives or models that could be scaled into long‑term departmental programs.

Administrative Functions

- Maintain organized project files, records, and databases to ensure accurate tracking of activities, expenditures, and deliverables.
- Prepare and submit progress updates, briefing notes, and final reports to the Senior Manager and other stakeholders as required.
- Draft correspondence, meeting agendas, and minutes for project‑related activities.
- Coordinate scheduling for meetings, workshops, site visits, and community engagement events.
- Track and reconcile project bu

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