[Remote] Social Researcher / Project Coordinator

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Shared Value Solutions (SVS) is an environmental and community development consulting firm. The role of Social Researcher / Project Coordinator involves supporting Indigenous Nations in areas such as sovereignty and stewardship through social research and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork and providing research support
• Coordinating and supporting on a diverse range of projects including those related to impact assessments, Indigenous engagement and consultation, and Indigenous Knowledge or Traditional Use Studies
• Working with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure our clients’ goals are met
• Building and maintaining client relationships through a comprehensive understanding of client needs, priorities, and objectives while providing excellent client service
• Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations that translate technical and research insights into plain-language narratives for diverse audiences
• Adhere to data privacy, governance, and ethical standards, including OCAP®/OCAS, PIPA, informed consent procedures, and client‑specific protocols
• Potentially support training and capacity building initiatives related to social research methodologies and conducting social research studies

Skills

• 1-3 years of professional experience in a social research position or related
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in social sciences (e.g. anthropology, human geography, sociology) or related field or comparable practical experience
• Experience with qualitative research methods including interviews, focus groups, and surveys
• Experience with desktop research / literature reviews / jurisdictional scans / annotated bibliographies or similar
• Familiarity with Indigenous Knowledge Studies, Socio-Economic Impact Assessments, Community Well-being Studies, and other research used to inform Impact Assessment processes in Canada
• Experience supporting as an investigator on research projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word)
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous Nations in Canada or internationally, with knowledge of Indigenous and environmental issues in Canada
• Exceptional communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Collaborative team member who takes initiative and meets deadlines
• Willingness to travel across Canada, including to northern and remote communities and to work occasional overtime hours during work trips
• Quantitative research methods and basic statistical analysis
• Understanding of the role of Indigenous communities in regulatory processes and major development project partnerships in Canada
• Experience with Indigenous law and governance, UNDRIP, FPIC, shared decision-making
• Awareness of data and communication security and confidentiality
• Experience with community economic development, conflict resolution, capacity building / training, technical reviews, and multimedia story-telling
• Experience with ArcGIS and/or Survey123

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & annual bonus
• Remote work allowance
• Comprehensive health benefits & employee assistance program (health, dental, vision, and life insurance)
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Professional designation reimbursement & development opportunities
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, cultural days, bereavement, and family care leave
• Winter tire rebate to support safe travel
• Flexible work options, including remote work

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