Coldwater Lobster Association Hiring for Administrative & Scientific Coordinator Job at Yarmouth Full Time

About Us:

Established in 2014, Coldwater Lobster Association set course to represent the interests and advocate on behalf of lobster fishermen throughout LFA 34, located along Nova Scotia’s southwestern coast. Coldwater Lobster Association was founded on the guiding principle of a forward-thinking approach to fisheries management, with an open and honest communication that would foster a climate of trust between fishermen and policy makers.

Position: Administrative & Scientific Coordinator

Location: Yarmouth, Nova Scotia

Employment Status: Fulltime, 32 hours per week commencing Late November 2022

About the Opportunity

Coldwater Lobster Association is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as an Administrative & Scientific Coordinator to assist with the day-to-day operations of the Association and several scientific and applied research projects. The Administrative & Scientific Coordinator position is a new, entry-level position that encompasses a wide range of responsibilities best suited for those who have a genuine interest in the commercial fisheries sector, particularly the lobster industry. Training and mentorship will be provided.

Principle duties and responsibilities:

• Assist with membership management, communications, and engagement.
• Issuance of lobster gear tags.
• Complete online licensing requests for fishermen (DFO’s National online licensing system – NOLS).
• Develop exceptional communication and relationships with fishermen.
• Attend fisheries and oceans science and management meetings/webinars and provide summary reports to Executive Director.
• Drafting funding proposals (federal/provincial grants), processing reimbursement claims.
• Assist with the planning and logistical components for various scientific and applied research initiatives.
• Prepare reports to monitor Key Performance Indicators (outcomes) as they relate to the objectives of the scientific programs.
• Oversee the Association’s social media and website platforms.
• Develop marketing & promotional material (social media and pamphlets).
• Implement and maintain efficient functioning and documentation for all financial tracking including collection of receipts, disbursements, billing, bookkeeping, and accounting.
• Assist with other program functions as needed, including site visits, preparing training manuals.

Position Requirements:

• A range of work experience and education will be considered however those candidates with experience and/or education at the college or university level will be considered above all other candidates.
• Previous experience working at a non-profit organization and with grants/funding contract agreements is considered a significant asset.
• Experience within the commercial fishery sector is considered an asset.

Essential Functions and Skill Set:

• Independent worker and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing, editing, communication, and research skills.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office, particularly Excel and Word. MS Publisher experience considered an asset).
• Website maintenance is considered an asset.
• Must possess own means of transportation and a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license.

How to Apply: Email resume along with covering letter describing your experience and interest in the position via the Indeed portal. Closing date is _ 5:00 pm AST Friday, November 18, 2022_.

*Pending Government funding, preference will be given to candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Currently unemployed;
• a resident of Nova Scotia;
• a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or an international graduate who meets eligibility requirements

OR

· Any graduate who has completed a post-secondary program within one year of the application date

We thank all applicants for applying and advise that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application deadline: 2022-11-18
Expected start date: 2022-11-28