Coordinator, Community Sustainability Programs – EnviroCentre – Ottawa

Job Summary
EnviroCentre is an Ottawa-based environmental not-for-profit that supports local residents, businesses and communities to find practical ways to reduce their environmental impact. Our four key impact areas are Green Homes, Green City, Green Lifestyle and Green Business. We have been working for more than twenty years to promote practical climate action and awareness in our local communities, and we are one of the leading local agencies in environmental action.
This position is ideal for a versatile and energetic individual who likes to be out in the community in a variety of settings, working and talking with the public, sharing information about the best ways to reduce carbon emissions and take action on climate. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in climate action, and can become a versatile subject-matter expert in a range of sustainability topics to provide high-quality, easy-to-understand information to local residents.
Reporting to the Director, Community Sustainability Programs, as Program Coordinator, you will work across departments to plan and deliver various Sustainability Programs as required. You will provide public outreach supporting EnviroCentre’s growing portfolio of climate action programs. An average day might include attending an outreach event, setting up a display, hosting an educational webinar, working with the team to plan event logistics, answering client questions or updating educational resources and content for physical or virtual distribution. As part of the Community Sustainability Programs team, you will contribute to planning outreach initiatives, building contacts and relationships with local partners and stakeholders, overseeing volunteers, and tracking project deliverables.

Job Duties
Plans and implements project logistics and activities, ensuring all project deliverables are met.
Coordinates, oversees and delivers program-related outreach and promotion activities, including online and in-person outreach and education.
Coordinates work conducted by subcontractors, including procurement, issuing purchase orders, and monitoring the quality of the work.
Manages data collection, analysis, and reporting related to contracts and projects.
Works collaboratively with local partners and stakeholders in order to build relationships and identify opportunities for collaborative projects.
Conducts research and stays abreast on topics related to community sustainability and specific program area expertise.
Contributes to the development of grant applications and innovative outreach projects.
Supports the team to develop creative outreach strategies and approaches.
Supports the outreach needs of other EnviroCentre departments, as required.
Ensures all outreach delivery maintains public health, sustainability, equity and inclusion policies and procedures established by EnviroCentre.

Skills and Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years related professional experience.
Post-secondary education or equivalent professional experience in a related field, for example environmental studies, behavioural science, project management.
Demonstrated experience with community outreach, events and/or educational outreach.
Experience with Word, Excel, and Power Point, essential; knowledge of InDesign, Canva, or other multi-media design programs an asset.
Strong verbal, written, in-person and video-conference communication skills in English essential; Digital skills and workshop design and facilitation considered an asset.
Strong project management skills, able to manage deadlines and effectively problem-solve.
Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate ideas clearly.
Knowledge of a diverse suite of community sustainability initiatives, including some understanding of residential waste diversion, lot-level stormwater management, sustainable transportation and/or electric vehicles is considered an asset.
Experience in event planning, marketing and communications an asset.
Comfortable talking with people from diverse backgrounds to share a wide range of sustainability solutions in a thoughtful and positive manner.
Ability to multi-task and adapt to variable work tasks and schedules.
Intermediate to advanced level of bilingualism (French-English) is required.
Valid drivers license is required.

Working Conditions
EnviroCentre is a virtual workplace and will provide all necessary technology and IT support to ensure employees have the tools they require to effectively work from home.
Frequent computer use.
Some lifting and bending required.
Occasional evening or weekend work.
Attendance at regular in-person events and virtual events throughout the Ottawa region.
EnviroCentre is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or municipal laws. EnviroCentre is committed to a workplace where everyone can participate safely, freely and confidently. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Colour) and/or members of equity-seeking groups.
EnviroCentre recognizes a diversity of backgrounds and experience. If you do not have the formal experience described, but can meet the requirements of the role and are willing to learn, we encourage you to apply and make your case in your cover letter. We are interested in a diverse team, and we are willing to train the right person.
EnviroCentre is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise us in a timely fashion of any accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Application Deadline: Monday, July 25
Anticipated start date: August 2022
Important: Please send your CV and Cover Letter to info@envirocentre.ca
Please ensure your CV file (PDF) includes your first and last name and the reference number (Reference# EC202208)
Example: Firstname_Lastname_ EC202208.
Please also put the Reference# EC202208 in the subject line of your email.

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