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Duration

Term

Closing Date
Until filled

Job Level
Assistant

Intended job posting audience
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

**Note**: To be eligible for this position, you must:

• Be 15-30 years old
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee status

Term: 37.5 hrs/week Starting ASAP until March 31, 2024. The term of this position may be extended beyond March 31, 2024/moved into a full-time position with the confirmation of future funding. 

Closing Date: This is an until-filled competition. Applications will be assessed on a regular basis, so candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time with 24-hours posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled.

Based in Whitehorse, Yukon, on the traditional territories of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, Yukon Invasive Species is searching for an energetic, creative and self-motivated individual interested in the environment. We are looking for an outreach coordinator to assist in various duties including communications, promotion and organizing of public events with a focus on building awareness of invasive species, field support and office administration work for the Council’s summer programs. If you’re interested in fun, varied and challenging opportunities we’d love to hear from you.

Duties include:

• Assist with implementation of YISC’s social media communication strategy
• Expand the Council’s outreach program- organizing weed pulls and various outreach activities-including weekly presence at the Fireweed Market.
• Foster existing partnerships and develop new partnerships with other groups
• Design, coordinate and produce communication materials such as videos, posters, advertisements and e-Newsletters.
• Coordinate and deliver local invasive species programs when possible.
• Monitor and record invasive species in the Whitehorse area
• Collect and record event/ advertisement and Facebook statistics
• Assist with proposal writing and reporting.

Preferred background, skills and attitudes:

• Post secondary education in a related field such as education, communications, science, natural resources, etc
• Willingness to learn and develop new knowledge of invasive species
• Self-motivated and willing to undertake the organization of projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adapted to a variety of age groups and backgrounds
• Experience working with public enquiries
• Experience in coordinating and facilitating public events
• Experience in designing promotional material (audio-visual, posters, advertisements, etc.)
• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
• A positive attitude and a creative approach to finding solutions to a wide range of issues.

**NOTE** 

The above qualifications and skills are preferred, not mandatory! We welcome applicants of diverse skillsets, and will work with the right candidate who learns quickly, has a growth mindset, and enjoys a challenge and learning.

Conditions of Contract:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Must provide own workspace including a computer (workplace assistance available)

How to Apply:

Please click the "Visit Employer's Website" button and fill out our application form. Applications received by email will not be considered.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered- we want to get to know you and why you're a great fit for the team!

Screened applicants will be invited to an initial phone screening.

Please note that only candidates selected for our interview process will be contacted.

About us:

The Yukon Invasive Species Council (YISC) is a registered non-profit society formed to prevent the introduction and manage the spread of invasive species in the Yukon. 

This is accomplished by:

• Educating and advising the public and professionals about invasive species and their risk to ecosystems and economies through activities such as workshops, seminars, social media and newsletters.
• Actively collaborating with other jurisdictions on invasive species issues.
• Encouraging, promoting, and supporting research on invasive species that will contribute to the realization of the social and economic goals of Yukon residents.

YISC has a broad membership with representatives from municipal, territorial, federal, and First Nation governments, non-profit organizations, farming, industry, and private citizens. It is the council’s intent to keep membership open and facilitate discussion between different groups and governments in the Yukon and outside.http://www.yukoninvasives.com