[CANUFNET] LEAF Employment Opportunity: Residential Planting Programs Manager

[LEAF - Melissa Williams]

*LEAF Employment Opportunity - Toronto, Ontario*

*Residential Planting Programs Manager – Seven month contract (maternity
leave)*

LEAF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the protection and
enhancement of the urban forest. Our community-based programs seek to
engage residents as active urban forest stewards through accessible,
on-the-ground programs.   We are currently seeking an experienced manager
to oversee our Residential Planting Programs. This seven-month contract
will cover a maternity leave.  The ideal candidate will possess exceptional
organizational and inter-personal skills, creative problem-solving
abilities, excellent writing skills and a demonstrated passion for the
urban forest.

The lists below outline the major tasks; however additional tasks may be
assigned as needed.

*Program and partnership development (35%)*

Undertake strategic planning for the program

Write reports for funding partners

Meet with funding partners to share program results

Provide research and writing support for funding proposals

Develop partnerships with other organizations/groups

Develop new business opportunities

Create and implement yearly marketing and promotional plan

Participate in organizational development (strategic planning, program
development)



*Operations Management (55%)*

Ensure all deliverables are met

Create and implement a yearly operational plan for all activities

Manage all field and office operations

Cost/benefit analysis of program activities

Hire, supervise and evaluate staff

Provide regular support/guidance and ensure productivity of staff

Ensure highest quality of customer service

Devise and supervise systems for data collection and research

Ensure accuracy of client database, invoicing, inventory, etc.

Request office volunteers and provide training and supervision as needed

Coordinate and manage program-related interns, consultants and contractors

Oversee all office administration

Ensure adequate safety procedures are in place and followed

Supervise underground locates process

Oversee content for all educational and promotional materials

Monitor and update website content

Monitor and evaluate program success

Update procedural manuals as needed



*Education and Outreach (10%)*

Develop and implement marketing plans

Promote programs at events as needed

Speak at workshops, talks and events as needed




*Qualifications*

   - University degree in urban forestry, non-profit management,
   environmental studies or related field
   - Minimum four years’ experience working in the non-profit sector in
   leadership positions
   - Deep knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to urban forest issues
   - Experience hiring and managing staff in a team environment
   - Ability to determine priorities, adhere to deadlines and multi-task
   - Attention to detail and superior organization skills
   - Superior interpersonal skills and demonstrated success in relationship
   management
   - Superior communication skills including presenting to groups
   - Excellent writing skills and experience writing project proposals,
   reports, articles and blogs
   - Creative problem solving skills
   - Demonstrated initiative, creativity and drive to succeed
   - Experience in public outreach/education and creative ideas for
   marketing community-based programs
   - Proficiency with Microsoft Access is required



Full time position (35-40 hrs/week).  Compensation commensurate with
experience.  Reports to the Program Manager.


Please send resume and cover letter by Sunday, January 24 at 5:00PM to:
Melissa Williams, Program Manager, melissa[at]yourleaf.org.  Applications
will be considered as they are received. No phone calls or in-person visits
please.


LEAF is an equal opportunity employer.  We regret that only those
applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.


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Melissa Williams
Program Manager
ISA Certified Arborist
LEAF - Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests
Artscape Wychwood Barns
253 - 601 Christie St.
Toronto, ON M6G 4C7

www.yourleaf.org

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