Project Coordinator in Gaspe, Quebec at The Nature Conservancy of Canada

Position details: Full Time Contract (14 months)

Position title: Project Coordinator

Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for a Project Coordinator to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.

NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, we have brought people together to conserve and restore more than 20 million hectares across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With office locations in all ten provinces across Canada, NCC delivers results you can walk on

NCC recognizes that we work on lands that have long been cared for by Indigenous Peoples under their own laws and knowledge systems. We are committed to transforming how we do our work, advancing Reconciliation through conservation, and working with Indigenous Peoples in meaningful, respectful, and supportive ways.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Project Coordinator is responsible for delivering stewardship activities in the Gaspésie region related to responsible land management, ecological monitoring and access management. Activities include conducting various inventories, managing stewardship issues, ecosystem restoration, administering leases and agreements, communicating with partners and stakeholders, inspecting sites, managing access infrastructure, monitoring compliance, and supervising contractors and seasonal staff.

Responsibilities

Land Stewardship

Under the supervision of the Stewardship Project Manager for Eastern Quebec:

• Coordinate, in collaboration with other regional staff members, the implementation of the stewardship framework and the responsible management of lands owned by NCC or protected under conservation agreements.
• Coordinate and carry out field activities within the assigned region, including field surveys required to support land acquisition projects and stewardship initiatives.
• Prepare, with support from regional staff, the reports required for stewardship program implementation, including annual monitoring reports, baseline inventories, and data entry.
• Establish and administer various agreements, hunting leases, and contracts.
• Assist with the annual planning of stewardship activities, tracking of activities, and preparation of progress reports.
• In collaboration with the Stewardship Project Manager, train and supervise seasonal staff.

Conservation Planning / Science

• Implement the recreational activity management framework for the Malbaie River in Gaspésie by monitoring ecological indicators related to Atlantic salmon, conducting visitor-use monitoring activities, and implementing a citizen science project.
• Implement the monitoring protocol for assessing the effectiveness of wildlife crossings within the Forillon Corridor by installing wildlife cameras and collecting and processing monitoring data.

Partnerships, Outreach, and Public Awareness

• Establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with volunteers, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and other local partners.
• Promote public awareness and educate visitors at public access sites through patrols conducted during the summer season.
• Represent NCC on various committees and at meetings or workshops, as required.

Budgeting and Work planning

• Assist the Eastern Quebec Stewardship Project Manager in preparing funding applications, developing annual budgets, and tracking expenditures related to stewardship activities.
• Support the Eastern Quebec Stewardship Project Manager in the annual planning of stewardship work, monitoring activities, and preparing progress reports.

Position Requirements

• Successful completion of a College or University program in a related discipline.
• Knowledge of Eastern Quebec’s flora and fauna, and experience planning and conducting field activities. Knowledge related to Atlantic salmon is considered an asset.
• An understanding of conservation agreements and other legal tools associated with private land conservation.
• Excellent oral and written French language skills.
• Strong public speaking and communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain technical information to diverse audiences.
• Excellent report-writing and documentation skills related to the conservation field.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, and the ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with GPS systems and technology associated with field-based mapping, as well as MSOffice, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerPoint etc.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The successful candidate will be based in the Gaspé office and must be willing to travel, work in remote locations, and occasionally work evenings and weekends. This position is not compatible with 100% remote work.
• Commitment to the core values and mission statement of NCC.

What NCC Offers

• Insurance, including medical and dental coverage, virtual healthcare services, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Group RRSP program (NCC matches employee contributions up to 5% of gross earnings).
• Three weeks of vacation, plus one additional week during the holiday season, 12 statutory holidays, 10 sick days, and two Nature Days.
• Flexible work arrangements when compatible with job responsibilities (on-site, remote, or hybrid).
• Field equipment allowance.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to an important cause: the conservation of natural environments.

Application Deadline

October 19, 2026 | 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST

At NCC, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe, barrier free and inclusive, workplace, where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are the norm. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. NCC implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, contact us by email at hr@natureconservancy.ca to make any required arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at NCC, please email us at hr@natureconservancy.ca.