Job Purpose:
To work with GTCs Executive Director and staff to manage the day-to-day operations of the Lower Mainland Green Team (LMGT) program according to the directions and policies set by GTC.
This position covers a 6 month period with a possibility to extend.
If you are a leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, who has a passion for the environment and community and thrives when wearing many different hats, we want to hear from you!
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Planning & Delivery
Plan LMGT activities (number/dates to be determined, but range between 3-10 a month)
Do site visits as necessary
Create and distribute communication/marketing materials
Conduct outreach and attract, recruit, manage and motivate volunteers
Contact businesses for in-kind donations
Purchase refreshments, tools and other supplies
Transport tools, supplies and refreshments to and from activity sites
Ensure all volunteers have signed-in and out correctly
Provide educational instruction, direction to volunteers
Supervise volunteers and ensure quality of work is done in a safe way
Train volunteers to help lead and supervise
Follow safety protocols (i.e. provide first aid, implement COVID-19 GTC mitigation measures)
Take 50-150 photographs (before and after photos and volunteers in action), and video at each activity
Measure and collect data on impact on communities and the environment
Post photos of activities
Report via online blog, the impact of activities
Send media blog and photos of activity
Write personalized volunteer letters
Maintain tools and supplies (clean & sharpen tools, clean gloves, wipe down tent and signage)
Keep storage unit organized and clean
Serve as media spokesperson
Conduct presentations for schools and community groups
Set up information booths at community events
Assess and report on how to improve and build upon existing activities
Analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of programming by using program evaluation techniques
Improve evaluation to ensure program is producing intended impact
Relationship Building
Maintain, manage and build current partnerships and collaborators
Identify and implement strategies to identify, solicit, cultivate and steward new partners and collaborators
Respond to all emails and phone calls as quickly as possible
Strategize on effective ways to engage volunteers in deeper and more meaningful ways
Mentor and guide volunteers
Communicate with potential funders (e.g. Foundations, Businesses, individuals etc.)
New Program Design
Brainstorm, research, explore and pilot new programs
Fundraising
Research and explore innovative new ways to increase revenues
Build upon existing fundraising activities
Assist in writing and implementing a fundraising plan to diversify revenue streams
Administration and Database Management System
Maintain the LMGT Meetup site and social media (Twitter, Instagram and Facebook)
Help update, maintain and improve GTC website
Enter program, contact and fundraising data into database management system (Salesforce), maintaining and ensuring accuracy (e.g. no duplicates contacts)
Prepare program and progress reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Report on expenses and manage program budget
Integrate new evaluation methods into GTC Salesforce instance
Qualifications, experience, and skills:
Candidates must:
Be leaders, self-starters and have an entrepreneurial spirit
Be passionate about community and the environment
Have a desire to constantly learn and improve
Be well organized
Have drive and resilience
Enjoy working with volunteers and creatively appreciating them
Enjoy creating and implementing new programs
Manage timelines, goals and expectations successfully
Have a warm, positive, compassionate and kind personality
Demonstrate skill in fundraising
Know how to use MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) at intermediate level
Enjoy working in a fast paced collaborative environment
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Have excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Have a degree in ecology, conservation, restoration, environmental science or related discipline with 5+ years or directly related experience (preferably in the charitable/non-profit sector and/or working with youth)
Have a valid BC Driver’s License, with reliable access to a vehicle
Be certified in Standard First Aid
Be legally entitled to work in Canada
Love to bake cookies!! 😉
How to apply:
If this sounds like you, please forward your resume and one page cover letter in a single word or PDF file to Lyda@GreenTeamsCanada.ca by July 26, 2020 at 6pm.