Employment

Are you passionate about community and the environment?

Do you have the skills and experience to lead community members in hands-on environmental activities?

If so, we invite you to apply for our Lower Mainland Green Team (LMGT) Program Manager position!

Lower Mainland Green Team (LMGT) Program Manager

Full-time: 40 hours per week. Most work occurs on weekdays, with running LMGT activities primarily taking place on weekends.

Location: Various areas across the Lower Mainland and virtual. Successful applicants must live or intend to live in the Lower Mainland region.

Salary: $55,000 per annum

Term: Full-time position, with an ideal start date of Monday March 3, 2025.

Expected in-person/virtual work ratio: Around 15-20% in-person & 80-85% virtual

Deadline to apply: Wednesday, January 29, 11:59pm, 2025

Green Teams of Canada (GTC) Overview

Green Teams of Canada (GTC) is a charity founded in 2013. Our mission is to connect, build, and empower diverse communities through hands-on activities that enhance health, well-being, and environmental stewardship. Our programs enable individuals to:

Make meaningful social connections, fostering a sense of belonging
Connect with nature, deepening their relationship with the environment
Raise environmental awareness
Promote mental health and well-being
Develop valuable skills
Make a positive impact on the environment
Enhance environmental ethics, leading to responsible behavior

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking an individual with a unique skill set to be an effective community organizer and elevate our program to the next level. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

Passion for making a positive impact on people and the environment
A proactive attitude combined with compassion and kindness
Commitment to collaborative work, supporting and uplifting others
Self-awareness and dedication to personal and professional development
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
A strong work ethic and keen attention to detail
The ability to command presence and lead others effectively

Key Responsibilities

The majority of time (approximately 70-80%) will be dedicated to tasks related to running LMGT activities. The LMGT currently runs 30+ activities per year (expected to grow) across the region, most of which take place on weekends between March-June and September-November.

To more fully understand what this position entails check out our LMGT activity summaries

Tasks include:

Leading LMGT activities with and without additional staff
Creating inclusive communication materials using digital platforms (e.g., Canva)
Conducting outreach via email, social media, and other creative means (significant time is spent on this task!)
Responding to general inquiries about activities in a timely manner
Conducting site visits
Purchasing and transporting tools, gloves, supplies, in-kind donations, and refreshments
Providing environmental education in group and one-on-one settings
Supervising large groups of community members to ensure safety and quality of activities
Facilitating connections between community members to ensure they have a positive experience
Following safety protocols (e.g., providing first aid, adhering to policies, safely disposing of needles with waste pickers, etc.)
Taking quality photos (50+ per activity) and videos of community members (1+ per activity) and posting them the same day as the activity
Acting as a media spokesperson for reporters covering LMGT activities
Collecting and assessing data on impact on communities and the environment, and inputting it into a database management system (Salesforce) accurately
Writing personalized volunteer letters
Writing and posting blogs (using WordPress) about the impact of LMGT activities on GTC’s website within 32 hours after each activity
Managing and consistently creating content for LMGT social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok)
Having a personal presence on LMGT social media (e.g., appearing in videos talking about activities)
Keeping the storage unit organized and clean, and maintaining tools and supplies
Managing staff/community members who are supporting activities
Communicating with the LMGT Partnership Manager to set up activities and ensure partner and GTC needs are met

Additional Responsibilities

A portion of time (approximately 10-20%) will involve supporting the LMGT Partnership Manager to secure partnerships and improve and develop new LMGT programs. Tasks include:

Researching, assessing feasibility, and designing new programs
Developing and improving current activities
Leading and supporting grant applications to build and improve the LMGT
Determining ways to increase outreach to a wider and more diverse demographic
Researching and building outreach contacts
Building and improving training materials for running activities
Supporting the LMGT Partnership Manager in building and maintaining partnerships with government agencies, businesses, foundations, charities/non-profits, educational institutions, media, etc.

Approximately 10% of time will be allocated to various other responsibilities, such as:

Providing input on GTC’s policies, plans, standards, and processes
Training other GTC staff, as needed
Reporting on expenses and managing LMGT’s budget to ensure cost-effectiveness
Reporting progress of LMGT activities to the Executive Director and Board
Supporting fundraising activities (e.g., individual donor campaigns)
Completing timesheets and action registers daily
Keeping availability/working hours up-to-date
Performing other related duties as required

Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements

Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., environmental science, education, communications, event planning)
Three years of experience in community organizing or event planning
Strong organizational, project, and time management skills
Digitally savvy with a variety of social media platforms
Demonstrated ability to speak in front of groups and lead/teach diverse community members
Understanding how quantitative data (e.g., community members engaged, invasive plants removed) and qualitative data (e.g., stories of impact) inform program effectiveness
Experience using online/virtual tools and apps (e.g., G-Suite, Excel, Zoom, Salesforce, Canva)
Ability to build and sustain timely, effective, and professional interpersonal relationships
Committed to deepening and increasing personal and professional skill sets
Ability to take constructive feedback and use it as an opportunity for growth
Outgoing and able to connect easily with people and make them feel welcome and heard
Energized by interacting and networking with new people
Self-motivated and able to work well independently and collaboratively
Bold and unafraid to try new things
Able to think and act quickly in changing situations
Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a car
Willingness to complete a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check
Ability to lift and move tools, tents, and tables (up to 50 lbs)
Willingness and ability to store refreshments for community members in your home
A minimum of one-year commitment to the position

Don’t have all the skills and requirements for this job but still interested?

We invite you to apply! GTC welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the below questions via email to jobs@greenteamscanada.ca:

What specific skills and knowledge do you bring that make you ready to hit the ground running in this role?
How would you ensure that activities you lead have a positive and lasting impact on both the community and the environment?
What is your favourite food/snack/baked good, and why? (we’re just curious!)

We kindly ask that applications be sent by email only and that you do not phone. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.