Closing date: November 23th, 2007
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience, plus benefits
Job type: Full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Victoria
Dogwood Initiative is a Victoria, BC based non-profit organization that helps British Columbians develop common-ground solutions to forestry and energy challenges.
Dogwood Initiative is looking for a Forestry Campaigner to play a key role in our innovative work. This work seeks to address the root causes of problems and to unite historically antagonistic sectors. Working closely with our expanding network of grassroots and First Nations partners, the Forestry Campaigner will coordinate and implement all of Dogwood Initiative‘s forestry campaigns.
We seek candidates who possess the following:
-A demonstrated commitment, knowledge and passion for environment, social justice, land reform, community and First Nations issues;
-Previous experience in environmental, social justice and/or human rights campaign work;
-Community organizing experience – organizing and mobilizing support from the public and working with the media;
-Ability to relate effectively and work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds including labour, First Nations, and environmentalists.
-Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills, including the ability to demystify complex ideas;
-Excellent oral communication skills including good public speaking and presentation skills, as well as strong listening abilities;
-Ability to remain calm and think on your feet in a fast-paced, creative environment;
-Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and proceed with objectives without supervision, yet participate effectively as part of a team;
-Desire and ability to make a minimum 2-year commitment
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience, plus benefits;
Dogwood Initiative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, sexual orientation or class. People of color and indigenous people strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the Canada.
Please send résumé, three references, and a short (1 page maximum) cover letter about why you would like to join our team and why you are a strong candidate for the job to:
Matt Takach Office Manager, Dogwood Initiative
PO Box 8701, Victoria BC V8W 3S3
Or by email to matt@dogwoodinitiative.org.
If you submit your application via email, please name and save your attachments with your first and last name in the title, such as: “Ann_Smith_Cover_Letter.doc” and “Ann_Smith_Resume.doc.”
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. No phone calls please.