ABOUT US
FPAC provides a voice for Canada’s wood, pulp, and paper producers nationally and internationally in government, trade, and environmental affairs. As an industry with annual revenues exceeding $87 billion, Canada’s forest products sector is one of the country’s largest employers, operating in hundreds of communities and providing 200,000 direct jobs across the country. Our members are committed to collaborating with Indigenous leaders and businesses, government bodies, and other key rightsholders and stakeholders to develop a cross-Canada action plan aimed at advancing forest health, while supporting workers, communities, and our environment for the long term.
Our team is committed to enabling sector growth, accelerating reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, and promoting the important contributions that forestry makes to Canada’s environment, economy, and broader society.
We are proud to advocate in Canada, and around the world, on behalf of Canadian forest sector workers, families, and the communities they call home. Our small but mighty team is also united in our commitment to ensuring that our workplace is respectful, diverse, collegial, and celebrates individual and team excellence.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Director of Conservation Biology leads the charge in promoting the socioeconomic and environmental benefits of sustainable forest management. In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with passionate colleagues and a national network of forest companies, foresters, biologists, academics, environmental NGOs, and Indigenous Peoples to create awareness and drive initiatives that protect biodiversity and combat climate change. You'll focus on policies and legislation, best management practices for species at risk, fish, and migratory birds, and emerging topics like climate-smart forestry. If you're passionate about making a real impact and shaping the future of Canada's forest industry, this is the opportunity for you!
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Lead Policy Review and Development: Lead the FPAC Forestry Committee and work closely with FPAC members, to shape and review federal policies, legislation, and regulatory tools. Your focus will include key areas such as the Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, and Canadian Navigable Waters Act.
- Market Advantage Support: Collaborate with the FPAC Market Advantage Committee to address market access issues, including trade barriers and environmental reputation. Support FPAC members in engaging with investors, customers, and decision-makers on sustainability reporting, ESG frameworks, and topics like carbon, climate, and biodiversity.
- Indigenous Relations Support: Collaborate with the Indigenous Relations Committee to enhance FPAC members' ability to connect with Indigenous peoples. Focus on understanding Indigenous Peoples’ interests and aspirations, strengthening relationships, and expanding their participation in the forest sector.
- Forest Sector Innovation: Drive innovation within Canada’s forest sector by supporting the role of forestry in mitigating and adapting to climate change, conserving biodiversity, and promoting the circular economy.
- Effective Communication: Clearly articulate the on-the-ground implementation of federal regulatory tools and industry practices related to sustainability and environmental leadership.
- Representation: Act as a representative for FPAC at multi-interest advisory committees and forums, engaging with all levels of government, National Indigenous Organizations, academia, non-government organizations, and other industry associations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess an undergraduate or graduate degree in environmental science, biology, political science, forestry, natural resources, or related fields.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Forest Products Association of Canada, as well as federal legislation and regulations.
- Be an enthusiastic team player with a strong willingness to learn.
ASSETS
- Knowledge of the Canadian forest products industry.
- Understanding of forest management principles.
- Familiarity with federal environmental initiatives such as the Fisheries Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, Navigation Protection Act, and Species at Risk Act.
- Quick learner who can work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English; bilingualism in French and English is an asset.
- Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experienced in using remote webinar and meeting tools like Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
- Ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations and deliver them to diverse audiences.
- Keen attention to detail.
Please use this link to apply: https://fpac.bamboohr.com/careers/55
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