Regional Coordinator, Hamilton ON- Reconnection Project - Environmental Defence

CharityVillage; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 1,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Regional Coordinator to enhance community engagement in Hamilton. This part-time role involves leading outreach efforts, coordinating events, and connecting with local residents to foster environmental advocacy. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, a love for civic action, and the ability to engage diverse communities. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to making a positive impact on the environment and community well-being. If you are enthusiastic about building connections and driving change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with the public in a friendly and professional manner.
• Strong written storytelling and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to local groups and map community events.
• Build a volunteer network and support public events.

Skills

Public Engagement

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Written Storytelling

Event Planning

Community Engagement

Initiative

Tools

Google MyMaps

Job description

About the Role

Environmental Defence Canada (EDC) is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities. EDC is looking for a Regional Coordinator that would support our efforts to engage communities in the GTA. This role is part-time with about 8-16 hours per week at a rate of $24 an hour.

Purpose of the Role

We know that community connection and civic engagement is at the heart of real and effective environmental change. By connecting people with nature and neighbors, we can build more resilient communities in a changing climate. The Regional Coordinator would be leading Outreach cohorts and supporting our efforts to engage communities regarding gardening, hiking, biking, food security or anything else they’d like to see within their neighbourhood.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting outreach to local groups

• Mapping out events the community can participate in using Google MyMaps

• Participating in or leading events

• Coordinating with a team of Outreach Staff to support with public events

• Building a volunteer network

• Planning and/or executing canvassing campaigns as needed

• Participating in message development and new subscriber acquisition tactics

• Creating written content for a digital newsletter or guides

• Assisting in project budget reconciliation

Skills

• Ability to engage with the public in a friendly and professional manner

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A passion for the environment, civic action and community engagement

• Strong written storytelling

• Is well connected to local news, natural and built public spaces, services and people that call the Hamilton community their home.

• Balance competing priorities and takes initiative

• Event planning with an equity and inclusion lens

Location

This role is hybrid, based in Hamilton, ON and requires access to a vehicle.

To apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter via https://edc-careers.applytojobs.ca/

The position will be open until April 27, 2024.

Environmental Defence embraces equity and diversity and is committed to a workplace that is enriched by the people, needs and desires of Canada’s diverse community. We thank all candidates in advance for their application, but only those contacted for an interview will receive a reply.