Fire Smart Program Coordinator

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🇨🇦 Canada – Remote

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Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 1969

🤝 Non-profit

🌍 Social Impact

💰 $100k Grant on 2024-02

Non-profit • Social Impact

Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq is a tribal organization established in 1969 that provides a unified political voice and shared services for Mi'kmaq First Nations in Nova Scotia. Guided by Mi'kmaq values and tradition, UNSM supports member communities through capacity development, governance and ethics work, advocacy on treaty and rights issues (including a Treaty Rights Protected fishery and participation in a Tripartite Forum with provincial and federal governments), and community-focused health and wellness programs such as Jordan’s Principle, diabetes supports, dietitian services, and home & community care. The organization also administers information governance and data projects for Mi'kmaw and First Nation communities across Atlantic Canada, offers events, newsletters, and employment opportunities, and is headquartered in Membertou, Nova Scotia.

📋 Description

• Coordinate and support Fire Smart programming and wildfire resilience initiatives across the five UNSM member communities • Work collaboratively with Community Emergency Management Coordinators to identify wildfire hazards, community vulnerabilities, and mitigation priorities • Support the development, review, and updating of Community Wildfire Resiliency Plans and wildfire preparedness and evacuation plans • Coordinate and conduct Fire Smart Home Assessments and provide residents with practical recommendations to reduce wildfire risks • Assist communities in identifying, prioritizing, and implementing wildfire fuel management and vegetation mitigation projects • Support initiatives involving vegetation management, emergency access routes, defensible space, and protection of critical infrastructure • Coordinate and deliver Fire Smart education, awareness, and training opportunities • Develop and distribute public education materials and seasonal wildfire prevention messaging • Work with housing, public works, facilities, and other community departments to promote Fire Smart principles • Organize Fire Smart community events, workshops, demonstrations, and information sessions • Build and maintain partnerships with government departments, forestry professionals, Fire Smart Canada, technical consultants, and emergency management partners • Assist with identifying funding opportunities, preparing project proposals, and supporting funding applications • Maintain project records, track program activities, document assessments, and prepare progress reports and performance measurements • Participate in emergency management meetings, wildfire preparedness exercises, and professional development opportunities • Perform other related duties supporting UNSM's Emergency Management Program

🎯 Requirements

• Experience working with First Nation communities is considered a strong asset • Knowledge or experience in wildfire prevention, emergency management, environmental protection, forestry, or community safety • Familiarity with Fire Smart principles, wildfire mitigation practices, and community wildfire risk reduction is considered an asset • Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills • Experience developing and delivering public education, community engagement, workshops, or training activities • Ability to work independently while maintaining positive working relationships with community leadership, staff, residents, and external partners • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, project documentation, and educational materials • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications • Willingness to travel regularly between the five UNSM member communities and work in various outdoor and field environments • A diploma, certificate, or degree in Emergency Management, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Natural Resources, Occupational Health and Safety, Project Management, or a related field is considered an asset • Equivalent education and experience will also be considered • A valid driver's licence and reliable transportation are required • Occasional evening and weekend work may be required • Must be willing to travel

🏖️ Benefits

• Health and dental benefits • Group pension plan • Summer Flex Fridays

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