Director of Campaigns
About Earthroots
Earthroots is a grassroots conservation organization dedicated to the protection of Ontario’s wilderness, wildlife and watersheds, through research, education and action. We have been on the frontlines of wilderness conservation since 1986, when our predecessor organization, the Temagami Wilderness Society (TWS) was formed. The TWS was created to fight for the preservation of rare old growth white and red pine forests in the Temagami region of northern Ontario. After campaign success in the Temagami region, the organization changed its name to Earthroots in 1991, in order to broaden the organization’s focus beyond the Temagami issue.
Earthroots is a strong advocate and agitator for wilderness preservation in Ontario. We combine grassroots campaigning with effective research and educational programs. Since 1986, Earthroots has used its grassroots expertise to organize, educate and mobilize the public, conduct successful media events, carry out wilderness research projects and ensure proper forest management planning.
We empower thousands of Canadians every year to advocate for better environmental protection and achieve conservation victories!
About the Position
Earthroots is looking for an innovative and passionate Director of Campaigns to join our small and nimble team! This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has an eagerness to lead the charge towards solving some of Ontario’s most pressing environmental issues. This is a full-time position based on 40 hours/week. The successful candidate will be working in the office at least one day per week and be available up to 5 days per week, as required.
The Director of Campaigns will be responsible for developing and implementing multiple campaigns, acting as the public spokesperson for Earthroots’ work, and leading a variety of stakeholder engagement efforts. Campaigns will include efforts to protect Ontario’s biodiversity at risk, Provincial Parks, forests and watersheds. The Director of Campaigns will be responsible for conducting and interpreting research, mobilizing the public, pressing for policy changes and working with ally organizations and government to strengthen Ontario’s policy and legislation.
Who you are…
· Passionate about the protection and conversation of Ontario’s wilderness, wildlife and watersheds
· A self-starter who gets excited by the idea of developing and leading your own campaigns and seeing them through to the end
· A highly analytical problem solver who is able to frequently think outside the box
· Understands the importance of direct action and civil disobedience as tools in the campaign toolbox and is ready to use them.
· Very organized and comfortable with handling several different campaign initiatives simultaneously and supervising staff and volunteers
Job Requirements
· Work experience and/or educational background in wildlife biology, ecology, conservation biology or similar environmental science
· 3+ years experience running campaigns and supervising people
· Work experience with a non-governmental organization
· Very strong oral, written and strategic communication skills
· Experience with stakeholder relationships, including workshop coordination
· Comfortable developing and implementing field research protocols
· Very comfortable and experienced with public speaking
· Grant writing and other fundraising experience
· Strong ability to write about legislation and science using plain language
· Knowledge of general environmental issues and legislation (e.g. Environmental Bill of Rights, Endangered Species Act, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act in Ontario, Species At Risk Act)
· Ability to work collaboratively with ally organizations, including animal advocacy groups and conservation organizations
· Thorough knowledge and understanding of political processes in Ontario and Canada
Salary Range: $55,000 to $60,000, based on experience.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please send a resume and cover letter in a single PDF via email to franz@earthroots.org with a subject line: “Director of Campaigns” by January 12, 2022, 5 pm EST. We will be reviewing applicants on an ongoing basis and may close the posting early if a suitable candidate pool is found.
Earthroots would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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