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About the David Suzuki Foundation

Always grounded in sound evidence, the David Suzuki Foundation empowers people to take action in their communities on the environmental challenges we collectively face. Through evidence-based research, policy analysis, education and citizen empowerment, we conserve and protect the natural environment to create a sustainable Canada.

Our mission is to protect nature’s diversity and the well-being of all life, now and for the future. Our vision is that we all act every day on the understanding that we are One With Nature. #OneNature

You can learn more about us at www.davidsuzuki.org

The David Suzuki Foundation hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, women, persons’ with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. 

Position Title: Elections Campaigner

Terms: 1-year term, full-time (34 hours/ 4-day work week)

Location: Based at our Toronto or Vancouver office, with remote work during Covid.

Reporting to: Manager, National Policy

Salary: 45-55k

• Are you a talented campaigner who wants to make a real difference to the health of our planet and nature?
• Do you have a passion for non-partisan politics and the excitement of federal and provincial elections?
• Are you a collaborative individual who wants to work with an exceptional team of talented and fun people? 

About the Role

In this role, you will work with other campaigners, policy analysts and public-engagement specialists supporting the David Suzuki Foundation’s intervention in the upcoming federal election and the June 2022 Ontario provincial election.

In a strictly non-partisan fashion, you will help raise the profile of DSF’s main campaigns – including biodiversity protection and climate solutions, so Canadians vote with these issues in mind. You will also organize and coordinate DSF’s effort to get Canadians to the polls.

You are adept at working with both DSF colleagues and staff at other organizations, as part of a movement-wide “get out the vote” effort!

Your Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate the planning and implementation of DSF’s “get out the vote” effort.
• Contact the DSF community through a variety of means including text messaging, email, social and conventional media. 
• Participate in strategy sessions with other DSF staff and partner organizations.
• Provide information to DSF staff (in easy to understand non-technical language) on federal and Ontario election rules. 
• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns at its conclusion.

Skills, Experience and Knowledge Required:

• University, college or equivalent degree or experience required.
• 3 years plus work experience in one of the following or a related field: environmental advocacy, non-profit advocacy, community organizing, public mobilization or online/digital campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian environmental politics and Canada’s electoral system.
• Strong communications skills and deep familiarity with social and conventional media.
• Skilled and savvy organizer and coordinator of complex projects.
• Excellent people skills and ability to work under tight timelines.
• Proven ability working with diverse stakeholders.
• Well-versed with rules governing charities.

What You Bring to the Role:

• Passion for environmental protection.
• You know how to put environmental issues on the public’s radar.
• Excellent communicator who can motivate Canadians to get out and vote.
• Creative and innovative and always ready to propose new ideas.
• You are a good colleague and like working in a team environment.
• Well-organized and excellent at managing your time and projects.
• Excellent written and spoken English. Strong spoken French skills are an asset.

What You Get:

• Make a difference to protect our planet
• Being a part of a team of superstars
• Generous benefit package
• 4-day work week
• Amazing work culture with smart colleagues that care

Additional information

Please submit your cover letter and your resume online and submit your application by going to https://davidsuzuki.org/careers/

The position will stay open until it is filled.  Only qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.

We recognize the importance of a diversified workforce, and we encourage women, Indigenous People(s), First Nations, Inuk/ Inuit and Métis candidates, members of visible minorities and persons with different abilities to apply.