Reports to: Program Director
Closing date for applicants: February 5, 2015

Greenpeace Canada is an independently funded, nonprofit organization that works to protect the environment. We challenge government and industry to halt harmful practices by negotiating solutions, conducting scientific research, introducing clean alternatives, carrying out peaceful acts of civil disobedience and engaging the public. To maintain independence Greenpeace does not accept donations from corporations or governments and is a non-profit organization not a registered charity. Greenpeace relies on individual donors and creative partnerships to fund our environmental campaigns.

Greenpeace Canada is seeking a proven leader as Deputy Program Director and Senior Mobilization Manager with a deep understanding of engagement and mobilization in order to expand the reach and impact of Greenpeace Canada.

This highly collaborative and innovative position not only acts as a primary liaison between the Programs and Fundraising departments but will also assist with the overall running of the Program department.

Major responsibilities:

Providing vision, leadership, and accountability for GPC’s mobilization strategy. Inspiring and encouraging team members to be innovative in all aspects of their work, determining priorities, assigning responsibilities, supervising and as needed, directing staff.
Directing and overseeing the planning, development, and implementation of all aspects of Greenpeace Canada’s mobilization strategy. Coordinating the development of objectives, strategies, and program activities for all areas of mobilization, including ensuring strong and integrated relationships between online and offline mobilization
Acting as the primary liaison between the Program and Fundraising departments by maintaining clear, prompt and proactive communication with the Director of Fundraising and Supporter Engagement and other staff within the Fundraising department. Working in collaboration with fundraising staff to effectively manage communications with Greenpeace supporters (including the coordination of objectives and calendars for mobilization and fundraising processes and outputs)
Overseeing rigorous risk assessment as relates to actions, communications, public relations, and mobilization for GPC. Ensuring implementation of risk mitigation measures and sound decision-making in accordance with this assessment. Working with the Program Director to implement rapid response and crisis protocols as required.
Overseeing the development of effective evaluation and reporting mechanisms for all aspects of communications, actions, and mobilization, including the development and reporting of key performance indicators. Ensuring delivery of fundraising goals included as part of the mobilization program.
Working closely with colleagues on the GPC Program Management Team to ensure maximum integration of all aspects of the actions, communications, and mobilization programs with the work of other units within the organization, including issue campaigns and fundraising. Providing input with respect to overall strategic planning initiatives for GPC.
Supporting the implementation of the project model, including participating in the set-up and oversight of project teams and providing ongoing support to project leaders and other project team members.
Representing GPC in dealings with other national and regional offices (NROs) and Greenpeace International. Building and maintaining relationships with other NGOs, grassroots groups, and individuals as related to mobilization..
Overseeing the development and control of budgets within the communications and digital mobilization, and actions and offline mobilization teams. Negotiating additional funds for mobilization initiatives from Greenpeace International and external partners.
Providing support to the Director of Programs in ensuring the smooth operation of the department, as required. Replacing the Program Director in their absence.

Required skills and experience:

extensive experience in campaigning, communication, and team management;
a proven track record in developing and implementing successful campaign strategies;
a demonstrated commitment to environmental and social justice issues including activism;
bilingualism (English/French) or the ability to communicate well in both languages will be considered a strong asset;
proven ability to lead and collaborate with large and diverse groups;
previous experience planning, developing, and implementing strategies that advance organizational goals;
experience leading and facilitating the development and use of new communication, actions and mobilization tools;
proven experience using sound judgment in risk analysis and mitigation;
highly tuned time management, organizational, interpersonal, communication and administrative skills;
experience in preparation, monitoring and control of budget expenditures;
previous experience directing, monitoring, motivating and managing staff in a highly charged and fast-paced atmosphere;
knowledge and understanding of Greenpeace’s overall goals;
familiarity with nonviolent direct action strategies;
excellent oral and written communication skills including public speaking and presentation skills, as well as strong active listening skills;

You will work with colleagues in Canada and around the world and you must be able to travel, including internationally. The ability to work weekends and evenings is sometimes required.

Candidates should understand and support the Greenpeace campaign tactics, including the use of peaceful civil disobedience. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Pamela Murray, Human Resources
Greenpeace Canada
E-mail: canadian.recruitment@greenpeace.org

Greenpeace Canada 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 applicants, but only those invited for interviews will be contacted.