RESOURCE LIAISON SPECIALIST - Jobs in Wawa, ON

Job Description

Are you a skilled communicator with a sound grasp of natural resource management and solid experience building effective relationships with Indigenous communities and non-Indigenous stakeholders If so, consider this your niche as a District Resource Liaison Specialist with the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry.What can I expect to do in this roleIn this challenging opportunity, you will:

• provide advice on, plan and lead Indigenous programs and initiatives
• promote understanding, co-operation and participation in the ministrys sustainable resource management programs with a focus on lands and resource allocation with communities and other users
• act as the ministry representative or advisor in resource and issue negotiations with Indigenous communities and associations
• prepare budget submissions and explore funding options as well as authorize and track expenditures for Indigenous and non-Indigenous programs and initiatives within communities
• assist in the development and delivery of community outreach initiatives to non-Indigenous communities

How do I qualifyMandatory

• A valid drivers licence, class G or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario to travel to areas not serviced by public transit

Specialized Knowledge:

• You possess extensive knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, social and economic issues, concerns, legislation, policies and communities within the service area.
• You have thorough working knowledge of resource management principles, practices, policies and procedures, and initiatives.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You have proven conflict resolution and facilitation skills to negotiate and build consensus on resource management issues.
• You demonstrate abilities to foster effective relationships with stakeholders, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities and associations.
• You have the ability to provide advice and information effectively and produce written products such as media releases, articles, issue sheets, briefing notes, reports and correspondence.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

• You have demonstrated ability to research and analyze information and data to respond to requests, issues and/or concerns.
• You are able to apply policies, procedures and directives to determine/recommend solutions and provide issues management support.

Administrative Skills:

• You possess proven skills to prepare work plans/budgets and track and monitor expenditures/deliverables.
• You are able to prioritize, coordinate and complete work in given timeframes.

OPS Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti- racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontarios Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent, 190 Cherry St, Chapleau, North Region or 48 Mission Rd, Wawa, North Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees UnionUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Consulting and PlanningPosted on: Thursday, October 28, 2021Note:

• N-NR-170189/21The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures, including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.

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