Energy Officer – Electricity, full-time, EAC, Halifax/HRM, Nova Scotia

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Position: Energy Officer - Electricity
Organization: Ecology Action Centre
Location: Halifax/HRM, Nova Scotia

ABOUT US

The Ecology Action Centre is a dynamic and vibrant environmental charity based in Nova Scotia. Since 1971, we have proudly served in a leadership role, tackling critical environmental issues from biodiversity protection to climate change to environmental justice.

Grounded in community, we are a strong voice and watchdog for our environment, taking a holistic approach to the environment, our economy, and the creation of a just and sustainable society. We strive to promote a diverse and inclusive organizational culture that emphasizes strong values, collaboration, quality work, and real impact. We value our members, volunteers, staff, and partners. We have a team of incredible people who share ideas, friendships, and a contagious level of inspiration and determination to make the world a better place.

ABOUT YOU 

You have an interest in advancing electricity and renewable energy policies in Atlantic Canada.

Being very organized and having strong priority setting skills will allow you to effectively assist with research, communication, and community engagement to advance strategic energy policies to decarbonize electricity within Atlantic Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES 
• Conduct research and gather data related to the electricity sector
• Assist in analyzing government policies and regulations related to electricity
• Effectively help plan and support events, webinars, meetings and committees related to clean electricity
• Support project administration duties such as funder reporting and grant proposals
• Assist with facilitation, stakeholder consultation and public education as needed
• Summarize and condense technical electricity reports
• Work with the Communications Teams for guidance as needed:
• Research and write internal/external communications including web content, social media posts and magazine updates
• Develop campaign materials and graphics for online and print use
• Participate in and support the overall work of the Ecology Action Centre, including but not limited to community queries, engagement organizing, and promoting our overall impact.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING 
• At least 1-2 years of experience conducting research, reviewing literature and writing reports
• Knowledgeable about the energy sector in Canada and clean electricity policies
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written
• Proven ability to analyze government policies and gather data
• Experience assisting with event planning and coordinating activities
• Practical experience in facilitation, stakeholder consultation and public education
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively allocate your time to complete important productive tasks
• Strong organizational and priority settings skills
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Project administration skills to assist funder reporting, grant proposals and report writing

Other Skills and Requirements (considered an asset) 
• Experience working on energy policy, particularly related to electricity
• Experience working with governments on policy matters
• Experience working and/or volunteering in a non-profit organization

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Start date: February 2022
• 37.5 hours/week starting at $18.75 per hour based on experience
• 1-year contract with the possibility of extension based on funding
• Cost-shared benefits plan, paid health days and 4 weeks paid vacation per year
• Work can be completed in our office space or done remotely with periodic work in our office space. During the COVID pandemic employees will work from home/remotely.
• The position requires occasional evening and weekend work and involves limited travel.

TO APPLY: Please email a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document titled “YOURNAME_Energy Electricity Officer” to employment at ecologyaction.ca . Please indicate you saw this posting at [vShortName].

Deadline: January 24, 2022. We thank all applicants for their time and interest, however only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

The Ecology Action Centre is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from individuals in traditionally marginalized groups such as, but not limited to: African Nova Scotian and other racialized people, Indigenous people, lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender and queer people, and persons with disabilities. We encourage applicants to self-identify in their cover letter or application if they are a member of a marginalized community. Diversity is a stated value of the Ecology Action Centre. Moreover, diversity in the EAC community is a strength that we seek to cultivate. It is the responsibility of every employee of EAC to foster a culture that embraces and promotes diversity.

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