Indigenous Rights Engagement Specialist

Overview

Supports Indigenous consultation, knowledge integration, and rights impact assessments for projects.

Key Responsibilities

• qualitative analysis
• research coordination
• data collection
• report preparation
• impact assessment
• community engagement

Tasks

-Conduct qualitative data analysis and interpretation. -Perform and coordinate background research, compilation, synthesis and analysis. -Support socio-economic data collection and assessments, as required and appropriate. -Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees. -Support baseline programs and effects assessments with respect to Indigenous peoples, including Aboriginal and Treaty Rights and cultural impact assessments. -Prepare high-quality reports and deliverables in line with best practices and appropriate cultural protocols. -Support the collection of Indigenous Knowledge, as well as and socio-cultural and traditional land and resource use data collection. -Support Indigenous community consultation and engagement programs and activities.

Requirements

• degree
• 1-2 years
• env assessment
• indigenous
• critical thinking
• driver’s license

What You Bring

-A degree in social sciences, geography, resource management, Indigenous studies, anthropology, archaeology, or a related field. -Adaptive and responsive in the face of emerging challenges and opportunities. -1 to 2 years of directly relevant experience, preferably in the consulting industry. -The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities. -Highly developed critical thinking skills. -Valid driver’s license. -A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees. -Experience working on federal and provincial environmental assessment projects. -Experience working with and/or for Indigenous communities in Canada in the areas of Indigenous Knowledge, traditional land and resource use, and socio-cultural assessments. -Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete multiple project demands within tight timelines. -Willingness to travel, as needed. -Verbal and written communication, report writing, and interpersonal skill. -Able to work across multiple time zones, as needed.

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Benefits

-Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees. -Our employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes. -We use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities. -Comprehensive health benefits -Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions -Learning and Development opportunities -Flexible work hours and hybrid working options -Wellness Subsidy -Employee share purchase plan -Employee and Family Assistance program -A competitive compensation package -Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees. -Generous retirement savings plan -Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership -Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

About Dillon Consulting Limited

-Specializes in engineering, environmental services, planning, and project management. -Has extensive experience working on large-scale infrastructure and development projects. -Serves both public and private sector clients across diverse industries and sectors. -Known for its expertise in water resources management, environmental remediation, and transportation planning. -Handles complex projects, often integrating cutting-edge technology and sustainable design solutions. -Provides tailored solutions that address both local and global challenges in urban development, energy, and utilities. -A trusted partner in delivering projects on time, on budget, and with a commitment to high-quality outcomes.

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