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Stewardship Coordinator Position
Intern Position (3 months)


The Nature Trust of New Brunswick seeks an individual to fill the position of Stewardship Coordinator. This is a position ideal for university student graduate in the field of biology, forestry or environmental science. This internship position is being offered through YWCA Canada with funding from the Government of Canada’s Economic Action Plan.


Tasks:
The Stewardship Coordinator will assist in stewarding the Nature Trust’s 28 Nature Preserves. This will include: Organizing trail work days and other community events Organizing and leading community events Designing and producing informational signs and brochures Producing a short study and concise report on the vulnerability of NTNB coastal properties to sea-level-rise GIS mapping and database management Fundraising Visit conservation easement sites to ensure agreement obligations are being met Other duties as assigned


Qualifications:

Graduated or near completion of university degree in biology, forestry, agriculture, environment, natural resource management, or other relevant fields

Excellent communication skills Independent worker and initiative-taker

Familiarity with Microsoft Word programs (word, excel, powerpoint) and desktop publishing software (inDesign, Photoshop)

Familiar with GIS

Fluent in French is an asset


Conditions:

Applicant must be unemployed at present time The Youth Eco Internship Program and Nature Trust New Brunswick encourage applications from youth who face barriers to employment, including but not limited to youth with disabilities and aboriginal youth, and will provide accommodations and supports where possible
Application process:


To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to naturetrust@ntnb.org by March 22, 2009.