Special Projects Officer

Company: Environment, Nation Building

Special Projects Officer – 158-25-4

Environment, Nation Building

Contract

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, October 8, 2025, for the Special Projects Officer with Environment, Nation Building. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Special Projects Officer reports to and receives direction from the IVS manager

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Special Projects Officer(s) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering time-limited projects that advance the Environment Department’s goals and support the growth and strategic direction of the department itself. Which include:

1. Grounding environmental work in Haudenosaunee knowledge systems, language, and cultural values.
2. Engaging the community in defining environmental priorities, policies, and programs.
3. Strengthening partnerships with internal departments, other governments, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations.
4. Establishing tools, resources, and responsibilities that enable effective environmental stewardship.
5. Contributing to the development of the Environment Department’s strategic direction, operational practices, and long-term capacity.

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *