Project Assessment Analyst
Role Overview
The Project Assessment Analyst is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Manager of Project Assessment.
The role advises on environmental assessments of NWT and transboundary resource development projects and on operational assessment policies and procedures.
The position works within an evolving framework of land and resource legislation, land claims, case law, and impacts on people and cultures.
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Department mandate
The Department of Environment and Climate Change manages land, water, air, wildlife, and forests and promotes sustainable natural resource use and environmental stewardship.
Role overview
The Project Assessment Analyst is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Manager of Project Assessment.
The role advises on environmental assessments of NWT and transboundary resource development projects and on operational assessment policies and procedures.
The position works within an evolving framework of land and resource legislation, land claims, case law, and impacts on people and cultures.
Key responsibilities
- Analyze environmental assessments to determine whether project impacts have been assessed and proposed mitigation measures are effective.
- Recommend additional mitigation to prevent or minimize anticipated impacts.
- Facilitate GNWT and federal information sharing and consensus building on regulatory and project assessment requirements.
- Coordinate synthesis of assessment information for resource development projects and proposals.
- Support consistent assessment procedures and the Minister’s delegated federal-minister responsibilities.
Key qualifications
- Master’s degree in biophysical or natural sciences, social sciences, engineering, geography, environmental science, natural resource management, law, or a related field.
- Three years of experience in environmental assessment or environmental management, legislative and policy analysis and development, and project management.
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