Position: Communications Intern
Organization: Sierra Club Canada Foundation http://www.sierraclub.ca
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Sierra Club Canada is one of the oldest and most established
environmental organizations in North America. It has been active in
Canada since 1963 with the national office being established in Ottawa
in 1989.
Sierra Club Canada is a member-based organization that empowers people
to protect, restore and enjoy a healthy and safe planet. Today, Sierra
Club Canada h
as approximately 10,000 members, supporters, and youth
affiliate members across Canada. Our members are volunteers who work
in club campaign activities, as well as outings and club development.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and update social media profiles as well as do research
into best practices.
• Providing assistance to campaigners; duties include research as well
as administrative and organizational support.
• Blogging and monitoring of Sierra Club Canada’s media presence.
• Helping with outreach to members and fundraising.
• General office duties such as answering phones, answering emails, etc.
Qualifications:
An ideal candidate should be outgoing and comfortable working with
others. He or she should also be able to handle multiple projects at
once as well as being able to work independently as the case may be.
Additional qualifications include:
• A recent graduate or working towards a university/college degree.
• Past work/volunteer experience for an NGO is ideal, but not required.
• Experience or training in video production and editing.
• Knowledge of French is an asset, but not required.
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
info@sierraclub.ca and scc-admin@sierraclub.ca
with the subject line “Communications Intern”.
While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an
interview will be contacted.