[Hiring] Climate and Energy Campaigner Contractor @Stand.earth

Role Description

• With support of the Canadian Oil and Gas Campaign Team, help to develop and implement a campaign plan to stop the build out of new tar sands pipelines and tanker projects in Canada.
• Work with our Communications and Engagement team to develop digital and communications strategies and products to support that campaign plan.
• Act as a spokesperson for this campaign as directed.
• Act as a representative for the campaign in coalition spaces and coordinate our efforts with partners and allies.
• Work with frontline communities, including First Nations, that are impacted by proposed tar sands pipeline and the associated oil tanker traffic.
• Support the broader work of the Canadian Oil and Gas Campaign Team.

Qualifications

• Experience campaigning, organizing or network coordinating on political, environmental or social justice campaigns.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing effective public campaign strategies and tactics.
• Experience in building organizing networks and collaborative campaign planning with diverse stakeholders.
• Committed to equity, racial justice, authentic communications, standing up for impacted communities, and continual learning.
• Excellent written communication skills in English; French language skills considered an asset but not necessary.
• Ability to quickly assimilate complex information and identify strategic opportunities.
• Passion for combatting the fossil fuel industry and climate change.
• Strong preference for a candidate with climate and other community networks and deep knowledge of the political and cultural landscape in Western Canada.
• Preference for experience with digital campaigning.

Requirements

• This is a full-time contract position for the term of one year.
• The hourly rate offered will be $50 CAD per hour for up to 32 hours per week.
• The location for this contract position is fully remote in British Columbia.
• The candidate must be willing and able to do occasional travel within Canada.