Nice looking enviro job in London, ON
Saw this job posting for a NiCHE Project Coordinator in my inbox and thought it might be interesting for some people I know. I’m a fan of the project and would be in to this if I was looking for work..
Responsibilities
The NiCHE (Network in Canadian History & Environment) Project Coordinator will be responsible for developing and supporting our network’s knowledge mobilization activities. The incumbent will supervise the day-to-day management of this national network, supporting and collaborating with scholars to ensure that project goals are met in a timely and efficient manner. As part of these duties, the incumbent will maintain the network’s Drupal-based content management website, creating online content regularly and encouraging others to contribute. S/he will act as a co-applicant in some grant writing, coordinate workshops and other events, organize meetings, draft reports, manage budgets, and assist with other general administrative tasks. S/he will also be involved in developing and participating in collaborative environmental history / historical geography projects with other NiCHE members. The incumbent must be energetic, self-directed, and able to work independently.Qualifications
Education:
– Master’s degree or higher in Environmental History, Historical Geography, or a related discipline required
– Doctorate in related field preferredExperience:
– Recent related experience in an academic or research environment
– Familiarity with issues facing Canadian researchers in History, Geography, Environmental Studies, and related disciplines is an asset, as is work on collaborative research projectsSkills & Expertise:
– Academic background, familiarity with environmental history / historical geography, SSHRC, and grant writing
– Communication skills, organization skills, problem-solving skills
– Personal qualities including: emotional intelligence, high energy, reliability, creativity, determination, passion, diplomacy, and mature and astute judgment