[Sust-mar] Educ. Program Coordinator, f/t, Sierra Club, Halifax NS

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY



Position: Education Program Coordinator

Organization: Sierra Club Canada - Atlantic Canada Chapter 

    http://www.sierraclub.ca/atlantic

Location: Halifas, Nova Scotia



Since 2003, the Atlantic Canada Chapter has delivered

education programs in the Atlantic Provinces. The programs

are all hands-on, interactive and action-based. Programs are

provided in both French and English to schools through the

Atlantic region.



For 2009/2010, our education program will focus on

sustainability and eco-footprint. Through a joint high

school-elementary school mentorship program called

"EcoBuddies", older students assume leadership roles and

deliver sustainability education to younger children. We 

are looking to expand this program and to develop strong

connections with administrations, municipalities, community

groups and local businesses.



We are currently looking to hire an Education Program

Coordinator to manage, promote and deliver our programs. 

Due to the high volume of applicants, only those chosen 

for interviews will be contacted.



Qualifications:

- University degree, preferably in Biology, Education,

Recreation Management, Environmental Studies/Science

- A minimum of 3 year experience in environmental 

education working directly with children and youth

- Strong organizational and management skills

- Fundraising experience

- Bilingual (recommended, not required)

- Strong communication skills

- Experience in program development and evaluation

- Access to a vehicle is an asset



Responsibilities and duties:

- Coordinate, develop and deliver environmental education

programs to elementary and high schools

- Fundraise to assist in the program development and delivery

- Register, book and schedule all school visits

- Produce funder reports

- Meet regularly with youth groups and clubs

- Coordinate volunteers

- Liaise with municipal and community bodies

- Manage finances and budgeting

- Handle all promotional and marketing materials

- Manage, hire and train environmental education staff

- Contribute to and regularly update website.



The Education Program Coordinator position is an exciting

job opportunity that requires someone who is dedicated and

passionate about environmental education. We are looking for

someone out-going and creative with experience multi-tasking

and running programs.



Job Information:

Deadline: June 23rd, 2009

Job start date: July 1st, 2009

Wages based on experience

Location: Halifax NS



How to Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume including contact

information for 3 references



Contact Name: Marie Claire Brisbois

By Email: mcbrisbois(at)sierraclub.ca



By Mail/In Person:

1657 Barrington St.

Roy Building Suite 533

Halifax NS  B3J 2A1



By Fax: (902) 444 3116



For questions, please contact Marie Claire Brisbois,

mcbrisbois(at)sierraclub.ca or 902 444 3113

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