Capacity Building & Training

• Open Space Toolkit AB
• Open Space Toolkit BC
• Landscapes, Wildlife & People
• Parks Canada Training
• Measuring Change in Rural Communities

Community Assistance

• Crown of the Continent
• Crowsnest Pass
• Canmore
• Golden
• Fernie

Outreach & Partnerships

Employment Opportunity

We are hiring for a new PROGRAM ASSOCIATE POSITION!

The Chinook Institute for Community Stewardship (CI) is seeking a Program Associate develop and deliver CI programs, with a focus on new program development in southeastern British Columbia. S/he will support communities, area residents, landowners and local organizations to plan for and manage change in ways that protect the important natural and cultural assets of a place, and support local initiatives that promote responsible use, stewardship and conservation of natural landscapes. Key areas of responsibility include: program development, program delivery, outreach and communications, and administration and fundraising.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will be a highly competent community organizer, with experience in community development and stewardship, rural planning, and social change processes.  S/he will have a passion for protecting the unique natural and cultural values of western communities, and will be able to work effectively with a broad range of individuals to achieve tangible outcomes. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and a self-starter; able to take the lead in program development, delivery and fundraising.

Job Description:

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How to apply

This position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2008.
Please mail or email a cover letter, brief resume and two references to:

Chinook Institute
Box 8618, Canmore, AB, T1W 2V3
carole.stark@chinookinstitute.org