Capital Regional District,Climate Action Program Coordinator Jobs in Canada

IRONMENTAL SERVICES (Environmental Protection)
POSITION: CLIMATE ACTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR
SALARY: $39.86- $45.19 per hour
HOURS OF WORK: 70 hours bi-weekly
STATUS: Auxiliary

• Develops,
  implements, and monitors a climate action plan for the CRD and its
  municipalities using strong consensus building and influencing skills to
  gain the support and cooperation of relevant stakeholders.
• Conducts
  research, develops plans and implements strategies focused on regional
  climate mitigation and climate adaptation related to services operated by
  Environmental Sustainability and other CRD departments, and supports CRD
  member municipalities with similar strategies.
• Reviews
  strategic plans and major projects, including integrated resource
  management strategies, to ensure their alignment with the CRD’s climate
  action initiatives.
• Works
  with representatives from all CRD departments to ensure the effective
  implementation of cross-departmental climate action targets and
  initiatives
• Supports
  annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory activities
• Develops
  and implements region-wide public awareness, education, and capacity
  building strategies designed to encourage participation in and support for
  climate action initiatives in coordination with overall departmental
  strategic direction. Works with regional stakeholders, develops &
  implements region-wide climate mitigation programs
• Liaises
  with representatives from municipalities, external agencies and senior
  levels of government to identify opportunities and ensure the effective
  implementation of CRD climate action policies and initiatives.
• Hosts
  regular meetings and provides technical support and information on climate
  action issues to local government staff and elected officials on a regular
  basis.
• Pursues
  external grant funding opportunities. Prepares and monitors budgets.
• Develops
  written reports, including an annual report, on CRD progress in meeting
  its climate goals, objectives and targets.
• Supervises
  staff, which includes setting work goals, developing team and individual
  work plans, evaluating staff performance and developing staff
  competencies.
• Follows
  all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD
• Performs
  other related duties as required.

• Degree
  in environmental sciences, biology, resource management or related
  discipline from an institution of recognized standing and seven (7) years’
  relevant experience developing, and evaluating/monitoring assessment
  programs including working with internal and external partners to
  implement programs; within which are three (3) years’ directly related to
  climate change and action and two (2) years of supervisory experience. An
  equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Excellent
  communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service
  skills are required.
• A
  broad understanding of the linkages for climate action within
  environmental organizations.
• Knowledge
  and experience in developing climate action mitigation and adaptation
  strategies for local and regional governments.
• Knowledge
  of/or familiarity with trends in energy conservation, efficiency and
  alternatives as they relate to the operations and authority of local and
  regional governments.
• Highly
  developed problem solving, and consensus building skills, combined with
  the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and professional conduct in order
  to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at various levels.
• Knowledge
  and experience in developing and applying public policy tools, including
  developing public education and outreach programs related to climate
  action.
• Ability
  to engage with an audience during public speaking and public relations
  events.
• Strong
  grant and proposal writing skills with the ability to seek out potential
  grants and projects and write successful proposals.
• Ability
  to work with internal and municipal staff to seek support and buy-in on
  climate action goals, objectives and specific projects.
• Applied
  knowledge of provincial and federal regulations, local bylaws and rules
  governing climate action related activities and programs.
• Ability
  to effectively and efficiently plan, organize and manage workloads and
  projects, set priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong
  project management skills.
• Ability
  to be strategic and results-based.
• Ability
  to establish and maintain constructive working relationships with a wide
  range of stakeholders.
• Ability
  to work both independently as well as proactively in a team environment.
• Excellent
  organizational and analytical skills.
• Knowledge
  of and ability to use various computer software applications.
• Must
  possess a valid BC Driver’s Licence.