Conservation Program Specialist – Agriculture

Job title: Conservation Program Specialist – Agriculture

Job description: Position: Conservation Program Specialist – Agriculture (one-year fixed term)
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Location: remote, anywhere in Canada
Type: Fixed Term FT

The Opportunity

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), a leader in Canadian habitat conservation, seeking a professional to assist in the delivery of a national agricultural stewardship program working with dairy farmers across Canada.

In this position, you will deliver, implement, and evaluate conservation programs including reviewing and promoting new developments and technical information in the area agricultural biodiversity planning, forage production and grazing management systems as part of DUC’s partnership with the dairy industry.

We are looking for a self-motivated bilingual individual with strong agronomic skills; someone who enjoys a complex environment and can manage a diverse portfolio of projects on tight deadlines.

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills enable you to deal effectively with various stakeholders. Previous experience with dairy, livestock production and forage are essential.

Our ideal candidate will also have a demonstrated expertise in project planning and execution, GIS, and developing communication materials.

Experience in agriculture extension with farmers/farm groups and knowledge of the dairy industry would be considered assets.

Your one to three years of directly related experience, professionalism and outgoing personality will make you the ideal candidate for this which is based in any office across the country.

Requirements

• A post-secondary degree in Agriculture or Environmental Sciences with a major in agronomy or related discipline; preference will be given to those who possess a P. Ag.
• One to three years of directly related experience in agricultural and/or environmental science.
• Previous experience with the Environmental Farm Plan process or agriculture extension experience with farmers, ag retail, and ag contractors
• Must be bilingual in French and English (verbal and written)
• Strong planning, reporting and project management skills
• Experience with GPS, ArcView, MS Office, and airphoto interpretation
• Excellent organization and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license, as some travel will be required for this position.
• An understanding of local agricultural, industry and conservation practices would be considered an asset
• The successful candidate will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

How to Apply

Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.

If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our to submit your application for confidential consideration.

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Closing Deadline: February 4, 2022 (11:59PM EST)

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations, landowners and Indigenous Peoples to conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment.

While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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