Position: Frontline Campaigner
Organization:
Toronto Environmental Alliance
Location:
Toronto, Ontario
Toronto
Environmental Alliance (TEA) Now Hiring!
Since 1988, TEA has
campaigned locally to find solutions to Toronto’s urban environmental problems.
A not-for-profit o
rganization, TEA advocates on behalf of all Torontonians for
a green, healthy and equitable city. We rely on our members to help us work
with communities and we act as an environmental watchdog at City Hall.
Highlights
of being a TEA Frontline campaigner
- Go door
to door engaging the public about TEA’s work and inspiring the public to
support our local efforts with their name and donation - Work
with a progressive and diverse canvass team dedicated to organizing at the
local level - Develop
your communication and interpersonal skills - Learn
about TEA’s current initiatives and important environmental issues
affecting Toronto through briefings with campaigners and other guest
speakers
Hours and
Remuneration
The working hours
for the frontline campaign team are from 2:00 – 8:30 Monday to Friday.
Canvassers are required to work a minimum of three shifts per week. Starting
training pay is $11.25/hour. There is a pay increase after the initial training
period. Full-time employees who pass the probationary period are eligible for
vacation time and health benefits. The job offers room for advancement.
Weather and
Work Safety
Canvassers should be
prepared to work in all weather conditions. In extreme weather events canvass
will be cancelled. Canvassers also have the option to work alone or to be
paired with a fellow canvasser.
Please e-mail cover
letter and resume explaining why you think you would be a good fit for the job
to:
olivia @torontoenviroment.org*