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Holistic Management Canada is seeking an Ecological Monitor in Manitoba!
ABOUT Holistic Management Canada
Holistic Management Canada is a not-for-profit that supports farmers creating ecologically, socially and economically sustainable farms. We run programs and provide educational training to help people implement regenerative agriculture on their farms.
We deliver the Ecological Outcome Verification (EOV) program which assesses biodiversity, soil health, and ecosystem function (water cycle, mineral cycle, energy flow and community dynamics) on farms. This helps farmers to understand if their land is regenerating, in a static state or degenerating.
We are a collaborative team that values openness, honesty, humility and gratitude. We build community and a culture of supportive, mutual learning and continuous improvement. We promote regenerative practices that are guided by nature.
DESIRED QUALITIES
Our ideal candidate:
- Is comfortable and enjoys working outdoors in the field for full work days.
- Pays close attention to details and is observant
- Has some familiarity with ecological assessment and data collection
- Is interested in learning about plant species identification
- Is proficient with Microsoft Excel and has experience working with databases
- Has some familiarity with Google Earth Pro or other mapping software
- Has experience building rapport with others
- Can work remotely from home, and has a computer, reliable internet connection and a cell phone.
JOB TASKS
This position will work with the Program Manager supporting and conducting Ecological Monitoring on farms. Duties will include:
Pre-monitoring preparation
- Coordinating monitoring visits
- Planning travel
- Gathering monitoring supplies
- Printing forms
- Site mapping on Google Earth Pro
In field monitoring and data collection
- Communication and relationship building with farmers
- Ecological Health Indicator monitoring*
- Soil sampling*
- Transect set up*
- Plant species identification*
- Taking and organizing photos*
- Water infiltration tests*
Post- monitoring analysis
- Data entry into EOV software*
- Analysis using excel tables*
- Writing reports*
- Support with other organizational needs as time allows.
* Training will be provided for these tasks and the individual will become a Certified EOV Monitor through the course of the summer.
JOB DETAILS
Term: This position will start when we find the right candidate.
Hours per week: 35
Wage: $22.50 per hour
Travel will be required and mileage will be compensated
TO APPLY
Send a cover letter and resume to coordinator@holisticmanagement.ca with the subject line: EOV Monitor Application. In your application please include:
- Where you are located
- What appeals to you about this role
- What experience you bring to the position
- Your experience working in the field
- Your experience working with the softwares listed
Deadline to apply: June 12, 2023
When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org
LEARN MORE ABOUT Holistic Management Canada
Website: https://holisticmanagement.ca/
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