Jana Micic
Manitoba Program Specialist
Areas of Focus
Provides project management support to the Boreal Program.
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I was drawn to Nature United’s community-led approach. It inspires me daily to be part of a team that supports Indigenous-led conservation, and understands the importance of reciprocity in conservation work.
Biography
Jana began at Nature United in 2022, providing support for the Manitoba Program’s administrative work. The scope of her role includes managing grants and contracts, providing meeting support, drafting team communications, and assisting with the annual planning process.
Before this, she was working as a Policy Analyst for the Province of Manitoba in the Department of Families. She has a degree in Environmental Studies and Sciences from the University of Winnipeg, where she worked as a research assistant, supporting forest management work with Eagle Lake First Nation.
In the summer, she loves to go hiking and backcountry camping. She is also an avid traveller and has backpacked around the world, going to remote places, including Everest Base Camp.