Vancouver Outreach Coordinator

Dogwood Initiative ~ Job Posting
Vancouver Outreach Coordinator*

*Please note that only those eligible for the Youth Eco Internship program can be considered for this position.  More information at www.yeip.ca 

Date posted: Nov 20th, 2009
Closing date: Nov 27th, 2009
Salary: $14/hour
Job type: Full time 9 month internship
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Vancouver

Dogwood Initiative is a Victoria, BC based non-profit organization that helps British Columbians develop common-ground solutions to forestry and energy challenges.  We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and energetic individual with a passion for environmental sustainability and social justice to fill the post of Vancouver Outreach Coordinator.  The Vancouver Outreach Coordinator will work in collaboration with all of Dogwood Initiative’s program staff to coordinate the Vancouver and Lower Mainland based outreach activities and events associated with each of Dogwood’s ongoing campaigns.  This will include organizing door to door outreach, rallies, information tables, petition drives, public meetings and events.

We seek candidates who possess the following:

• A demonstrated commitment, knowledge and passion for environment, social justice, land reform, community and First Nations issues;

• Ability to relate effectively and work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds including labour, First Nations, and environmentalists.

• Excellent oral communication skills ­ including good public speaking and presentation skills, as well as strong listening abilities;

• Ability to inspire and motivate volunteers and a passion for interacting with the public;

• Ability to remain calm and think on your feet in a fast-paced, creative environment;

• Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and proceed with objectives without supervision, yet participate effectively as part of a team

The candidate should have a post-secondary degree or diploma, experience working or volunteering with non-profits and a commitment to environmental sustainability and social justice.  The candidate should have excellent computer and people skills, and be comfortable speaking in public. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and well organized, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

This is a 37.5 hour per week position at $14/hour. For further information about Dogwood Initiative please visit: www.dogwoodinitiative.org.

To apply please register online www.yeip.ca and indicate your
interest in working with Dogwood Initiative.  Also, send résumé, three references, and a short (1 page maximum) cover letter about why you would like to join our team and why you are a strong candidate for the job to:

Matt Takach Operations Director
matt@dogwoodinitiative.org.

Please name and save your attachments with your first and last name in the title, such as: “Ann_Smith_Cover_Letter.doc” and  “Ann_Smith_Resume.doc.”

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.  No phone calls please

*Please note that only those eligible for the Youth Eco Internship program can be considered for this position.  More information at www.yeip.ca