Energy Outreach Coordinator - Cape Breton

Ecologyaction; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental charity as an Energy Outreach Coordinator in Cape Breton to advance energy initiatives. In this role, you will engage with communities, manage projects, and collaborate with various stakeholders to promote sustainable energy solutions. This position offers a four-day work week and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

4-day work week

Pro-rated 4 weeks of paid health days

12 paid holidays

Benefits after 3-month probation

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in project leadership or policy development.
• Knowledge of community-based work.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partner organizations to support energy initiatives.
• Engage and support volunteers and communities.
• Manage project budgets and complete funding reports.

Skills

Project Management

Community Engagement

Research

Report Writing

Relationship-Building

Analytical Thinking

Job description

Energy Outreach Coordinator – Cape Breton

VALUING LIVED EXPERIENCES

EAC’s vision is of a just and vibrant world of respect, belonging, and ecological resilience. As a team, we are working to decolonize, further equity, and dismantle the harmful systems at the root of the interconnected crises of environment and justice that we tackle every day. We strive to bring an equity lens to all that we do, including by building a strong and diverse team.

We encourage applications from individuals from equity-deserving groups including, but not limited to: African Nova Scotian and other racialized people, Mi’kmaq and other Indigenous people, lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, and queer people, and persons with disabilities. If you are a member of an equity-deserving group and feel comfortable doing so, we encourage you to self-identify in your cover letter or application. We prioritize diversity in our selection process.

ABOUT US

The Ecology Action Centre (EAC) is a passionate and creative environmental charity based in Mi’kma’ki/Nova Scotia. Since 1971, we have proudly addressed critical environmental issues from biodiversity protection to climate change and environmental justice. Grounded in community, we act as a watchdog, convenor, mobilizer, and incubator, taking a holistic approach to the environment and creating a just and vibrant world.

We aim to promote a diverse and inclusive organizational culture emphasizing collaboration, caring, quality work, and impactful change. We value our members, volunteers, employees, and partners, striving to foster a space of respect, belonging, and resilience.

Our team comprises passionate individuals who share ideas and inspire systemic change in the face of urgent environmental challenges.

ABOUT YOU

As the Energy Outreach Coordinator, you will collaborate with partner organizations to support and expand EAC’s energy initiatives in Cape Breton, ensuring strong connections to diverse energy-sector actors and linking energy policy and action to EAC’s campaigns. Your relationship-building skills will help advance the energy file through partnership development and community and coalition-building. You will work in a collaborative, impact-oriented environment with the energy team, other EAC colleagues, and community, public, and private sector partners.

You should have experience in the following areas:

• Project Management:
  • Designing and delivering initiatives that enhance energy-sector leadership and capacity in collaboration with partners.
  • Ensuring systems are in place to coordinate and track project objectives, carried out by staff and volunteers.
  • Managing project budgets and finances.
  • Completing financial and funder reports, identifying grant opportunities, writing proposals, and supporting fundraising efforts.
• Community & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Engaging and supporting volunteers.
  • Organizing, hosting, and attending community events to raise awareness and advocate for affordable and renewable energy.
  • Building grassroots campaigns with rural, low-income citizens to advocate for affordable, safe, and sustainable home energy and to alleviate energy poverty.
  • Establishing and growing partnerships with organizations, institutions, and community members for program development, research, and recruitment.
  • Developing outreach and recruitment materials.
  • Contributing to public communications on energy democratization and responding to media inquiries.
• Research and Report Writing:
  • Analyzing survey results and data collection.
  • Reporting on findings as required.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

Even if you don’t meet all the listed requirements, we encourage you to apply and share what you would bring to the team.

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least one year of experience in project leadership or policy development and implementation.
• Knowledge of community-based work.
• Strong decision-making skills based on analytical thinking.
• Proven relationship-building skills and network development experience.
• Experience in research, data analysis, report writing, and project implementation.
• Experience in community engagement, including event planning and facilitation.
• Ability to connect actors across sectors and regions.
• A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, applying an anti-oppressive lens.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Creativity and innovation skills.
• Proactive in funding and grant writing initiatives.

Additional assets include:

• Background in communications, public policy, environmental studies, social work, or related fields.
• Experience working with non-profits and community organizations.
• Relationships with African-Nova Scotian and Mi’kmaq communities.
• Driver’s license and access to transportation.

Role Specific Competencies

• Collaboration: Working productively with diverse individuals.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal skills.
• Conflict Management: Resolving conflicts effectively.
• Flexibility/Adaptability: Adjusting to changing situations.
• Listening and Responding: Effective interaction and active listening.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and developing solutions.
• Self-Motivation: Working independently and taking initiative.
• Time Management: Managing priorities effectively.
• Event Planning: Logistical and promotional skills for community events.

Terms of Employment:

• Full-time, 4-day, 30-hour work week, Monday to Thursday, with some flexibility. Learn more about our 4-day work week here.
• Remuneration: $32.45 to $34.50 per hour, based on experience.
• One-year full-time contract.
• Pro-rated 4 weeks of paid health days, 12 paid holidays, and benefits following a 3-month probation.
• Location: Cape Breton; hybrid work model.

THIS IS A GREEN JOBS INTERNSHIP. To qualify, applicants must be between 15 and 30 years old, meet citizenship or residency requirements, not currently be in school, and be legally eligible to work in Canada. Please indicate if you identify as Indigenous, a person with a disability, a woman, or a racialized youth, especially if living in a Northern or Remote community.

TO APPLY

Submit your resume and cover letter here. The closing date is June 22, 2025. We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.