Exciting opportunity to help lead David Suzuki Foundation’s efforts to bring nature home to communities throughout Canada!

About the David Suzuki Foundation

Always grounded in sound evidence, the David Suzuki Foundation empowers people to take action in their communities on the environmental challenges we collectively face. Through evidence-based research, policy analysis, education and citizen empowerment, we conserve and protect the natural environment to create a sustainable Canada.

Our mission is to protect nature’s diversity and the well-being of all life, now and for the future. Our vision is that we all act every day on the understanding that we are One with Nature. #OneNature

You can learn more about us at www.davidsuzuki.org

The David Suzuki Foundation hires on the basis of merit and understands that merit is strengthened by equality and diversity.  The Foundation prioritizes a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. 

Position Title: Nature in Communities Campaigner

Terms: Full-time 1-year term (4-day week). Some travel, weekend and evening work may be required.

Location: Based at our Toronto office and remote during pandemic conditions

Reporting to: Nature in Communities Specialist  

Salary: 55-60k depending on experience

• Are you a talented campaigner who wants to work for the good of nature in communities?
• Are you passionate about working for a great organization that has a strong commitment to support the protection of nature’s diversity and the well-being of all life, now and for the future?

About the Role

We are a group of talented, bright and passionate people working to make a difference in the world, and for our families and friends.

We are looking for a collaborative and solutions-oriented campaigner who will play a critical role in the success of the new Nature in Communities program, and to manage the stewardship of our existing and popular Butterflyway Project.

This is an exciting time at the David Suzuki Foundation and this role is an exciting opportunity for the right person.

Who You Are

You’re an expert campaigner, superb writer and savvy strategic planner, easy to work with and results driven. You thrive as an engaged and effective team player with strong inter-personal skills.

You’re energetic and enjoy dynamic work that is committed to an important mission, and is results driven and community oriented. You really care about the environment.

You love your work and thrive in a fast-paced stimulating environment. You are professional and expert in project management and organizational skills.

Your super power is that you are a skilled communicator AND campaigner. You work well in collaboration or independently, and under pressure to handle a wide variety of activities, and campaigns

Responsibilities

• Help to grow the Foundation’s new Nature in Communities program
• Assist the planning and implementation of new and existing campaigns and projects
• Manage stewardship and administration of the Butterflyway Project
• Lead the development of content for web, social media, print and advocacy
• Represent the Nature in Communities program externally and within DSF
• Countless other duties, as required

Skills, Experience and Knowledge Required

• Must-haves:
  • Impeccable project management and strategic planning skills;
  • Superb communication and content creation skills;
  • Experience stewarding keen volunteers;
  • Extraordinary wit and/or sense of humour;
  • Strong knowledge of urban biodiversity and conservation issues.
• Nice-to-haves:
  • Experience with non-profit organizations;
  • Skilled media and events spokesperson;
  • Government relations savvy;
  • Affection for puns, alliteration and whimsy.

 What you bring to the role:

• You are a multi-talented generalist that gets STUFF done
• You are a natural networker that is excited by the power of community
• You have experience initiating, implementing and tracking projects
• You are savvy at building networks and relationships
• You are comfortable speaking to media and at events
• You have a knack for recognizing and seizing opportunities as they emerge 

What You Get

• To be part of a nimble team creating inspiring campaigns and programs
• To connect with hundreds of volunteers making their communities greener and healthier
• Generous benefit package
• 4-day work week (yeah, a FOUR DAY work week!)
• Dynamic work culture with clever colleagues that care

Additional Information

Please submit your cover letter and your resume online and submit your application by going to https://davidsuzuki.org/careers/ The position will stay open until it is filled.  Only qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.

We recognize the importance of a diversified workforce, and we encourage women, Indigenous People(s), First Nations, Inuk/ Inuit and Métis candidates, racialized persons, and persons with different abilities to apply.