The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN) is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Researcher out of the FSIN Saskatoon office.
The individual will be responsible for undertaking research on First Nation traditional lands/territories and Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) (a.k.a. Traditional Ecological Knowledge-TEK), with the objective of developing position papers, legislation, databases, and other tools to be utilized by the FSIN, Tribal Councils and First Nations. This position will assist First Nations in the identification of IKS studies, methodology, collection and proper storage of
Indigenous Knowledge (IK), using necessary protocols, develop an implementation plan for the IK portion of the First Nations Fish Habitat Stewardship Framework, develop methodology of utilizing IK in the protection and management of natural resources, analyzing policy, preparation and delivery of oral presentations. Travel will be required.
Qualifications: Minimum requirements are a bachelors degree in anthropology/natural
resources/biology or other relevant field and four years experience in research. A combination of education and experience will be considered. Candidates should also possess analytical skills with the ability to prepare comprehensive reports, a general knowledge of the FSIN structure and legislative processes, existing First Nations, federal and provincial legislation, and knowledge and understanding of First Nations customs, culture and history.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Inquiries for this position can be directed to Chris Morin at 956-6945. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: September 26, 2008.
Please submit resumes to: Human Resources Office
Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations
Suite 200 – 103A Packham Avenue
SASKATOON, SK
S7N 4K4
Fax: 665-0478
Email: hr.info@fsin.com
http://www.fsin.com/downloads/jobopportunities/Researcher_Ecological_Knowledge_Sept26_2008.pdf