ADMN O 24R – Environment and Climate Program Advisor
Ministry of Agriculture and Food
Extension and Support Services Branch, Resource Management Unit
Multiple Locations
Close Date: October 17, 2024
See external live posting for complete position details and how to apply: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/116700
Job Summary
The Team
Join the Environment and Climate Programs (ECP) Team and work on projects that support key Ministry (Agriculture and Food) priorities around sustainability and climate resilience. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to take the next step in their career or wanting to advance their professional development in agriculture, climate change, on-farm environmental practices, and program design/evaluation.
The Role
The Environment and Climate Program Advisor leads and supports the delivery of crucial programs and projects focused on climate change mitigation and adaptation, extreme weather preparedness, and environmental sustainability. These include the Ministry’s flagship Beneficial Management Practices Program, Environmental Farm Plan Program, and several other initiatives that are led or supported by the team. The position develops program policies, conducts research and analysis, and provides senior professional advisory services to guide decision-making. Collaborating with various ministries and organizations at all levels, the role fosters partnerships and ensures diverse perspectives are included in shaping environmental strategies.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- An undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Natural Resource or Environmental Management, Climate Science, Geography, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent. A post-graduate degree is preferred.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in the following capacities, preferably in an agriculture/environment/climate change/natural resources context:
- Planning and conducting program development and complex research and analysis.
- Analyzing complex issues, evaluating options and recommending solutions.
- Developing, fostering and maintaining effective relationships with industry partners, colleagues, and other government agencies.
- Experience in contract and financial management.
Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:
- Two (2) years of experience working with agricultural partners.
- One (1) years of experience with survey design, data collection, data analysis, and reporting.
- One (1) year of experience with instructional design, training, or educational activities.
- One (1) year of experience with designing and developing online application forms.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Angeli.delaRosa@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position can be based in any Natural Resource Sector office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
This is a permanent opportunity.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future and current permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Angeli dela Rosa, PAg (she/her)
Program Developer, Environment and Climate Programs
Extension and Support Services Branch
BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food
778 405 2697
With deep respect I acknowledge and thank the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, today the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations, on whose traditional territories I live and work.
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