Attention: PhD students – Doctoral exams and thesis deadlines

• Friday, October 18: Acceptance of final, approved doctoral dissertation by Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies for students aiming for fall graduation.
• Tuesday, October 15: Doctoral dissertation (and supporting documentation) submitted for external exam for students aiming for December 31, 2024 Program end date.

Deadline Centre | Doctoral deadlines

MEMORANDUM

October 7, 2024

TO: All in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems – faculty, staff, students, and postdoctoral fellows (distributed via the Dean’s office)

FROM: Gage Averill, Provost and Vice-President Academic, UBC Vancouver

RE: Leadership of the Faculty of Land and Food Systems

Last year we undertook a President’s Search for a new Dean of Land and Food Systems. As you know, the search did not yield a successful hire, and we were fortunate to have Dr. David Kitts agree to serve as Dean pro tem until a new Dean is hired.

We have held conversations with the executive search firm that conducted the last search, and we have been told that the small pool of senior candidates for such a job (especially in Canada) means that we have largely exhausted the possible candidates who are currently willing to consider another position. It appears that another search right away would be unlikely to yield a sufficient pool of candidates to justify the process.

As a result, it will be necessary to pause the Land and Food Systems Dean search process until late spring of this year, after which we will initiate a new search.

Once again, I thank the previous search committee for their dedicated work, and I look forward to working with the Faculty in the future to successfully conclude a search.

 

Memo from the Provost to be distributed to all members of the Faculty of Land & Food Systems – faculty, staff, students and postdocs?  It’s an update on the Dean search.

 

Thank you,

Kate

Kate Carr
Executive Assistant to the Vice-Provost and AVP, Faculty Planning
Office of the Provost and Vice-President Academic, UBC Vancouver
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Campus | Musqueam Traditional Territory
Walter C. Koerner Library, 651 – 1958 Main Mall | Vancouver BC | V6T 1Z2 Canada
Phone 604 822 1288 | Fax 604 822 3134
kate.carr@ubc.ca
https://academic.ubc.ca

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

angeli.delarosa@gov.bc.ca

 

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.

 

My name is Tatiana Chamorro, and I am the Student Ambassador for the Interdisciplinary Biodiversity Solutions Collaboratory (IBioS). This year, IBioS launched a Graduate Student Seminar series for students interested in social, ethical, and ecological issues and dilemmas surrounding biodiversity conservation, restoration, management, and governance.

The series aims to provide a community across faculties, disciplines, and labs. Students can present their research, meet faculty, and hear from partners in conservation about their career paths.

We would appreciate it if you could join and enjoy our planned series while meeting like-minded people (and enjoying some free food). We would also appreciate it if you could share with anyone you think would be interested.

Upcoming Seminars:

• Tuesday, October 15 | 3:30-4:30 PM: Creating a Compelling Grant Proposal: Advice for Success (Prof. Mark Johnson, Faculty of Science, IRES/ EOAS)
• Monday, October 21 | 12- 1 PM: Research Blitz: Grad Students Share Their Research on Biodiversity Conservation, Restoration, Management and Governance
• Monday, November 4, 2024, | 12- 1 PM: Career Paths in Conservation: Dr. Matthew Mitchell’s Path towards Interdisciplinary Ecological Research (Faculty of Forestry and Land and Food Systems)
• Tuesday, November 19, 2024, | 3:30-4:30 PM: Managing Stress and Building Resilience (Mélissa Lafrance and Vanessa Linton, UBC Wellness Centre)
• Monday, December 9, 2024, | 12- 1 PM: Career Paths in Conservation: Hear Dr. Soudeh Jamshidian’s Journey to Indigenous Conservation (IISAAK OLAM Foundation)

Registration link:  https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_86t935e0pNXWFfw

I also attached a flyer that can be used to save the date and be distributed to students.

I appreciate your interest. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Best,

Tatiana

 

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