Energy Coordinator Job Opening!

Date: Tue, 15 Apr 2003 09:28:53 -0300
From: Alex Fischer <trax@ecologyaction.ca>
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Energy Committee of the Ecology Action Centre (EAC) seeks Energy
Coordinator!

Duties: To undertake climate change policy analysis and development as well
as public education in Nova Scotia.

The successful applicant(s) will analyze and critique the implications of
new policies or budgets and disseminate the information to the media and
decision makers. The Coordinator will also develop, probably with the
Climate Change Caucus, a strategy or plan as to how Nova Scotia could meet
and exceed its Kyoto Protocol commitments. The Coordinator will transfer and
exchange information on best practices by developing co-operative working
relationships with non-governmental organizations, academic, recreational,
health, industry and climate change professionals, government and citizens.
Other tasks will include following the progress of Nova Scotia Power in
meeting its Kyoto commitments as well as working with other agencies to
ensure that public funds for construction/renovation projects incorporate
energy-efficient components.

In terms of public education, the Coordinator will promote climate change
success stories, challenge the public to reduce emissions, work with EAC's
theatre troupe Hemlock Circus and investigate the demand and the feasibility
of conducting provincial workshops on emissions reduction.

Other duties related to climate change and energy, as well as fundraising
and report writing and some general EAC work will be required.

Qualifications:
Good understanding of climate change and of relevant policies including but
not limited to the Kyoto Protocol and the Regional Agreement on Climate
Change
Passion for addressing the issue of climate change
Experience analyzing and critiquing environmental or energy policies
Experience coordinating a public education campaign
Strong writing, presentation and communication skills and ability to follow
workplan
Project management and fundraising experience preferred
Ability to work effectively with wide range of individuals and groups
Confidence and experience working with the media
Competence in Microsoft Word, internet and e-mail
Ability to track expenses according to a budget and to review monthly
accounts
Good understanding of science, functioning of government and human
behaviour.
Experience working or volunteering for non-profit groups an asset

This position is available part-time for 1 year, with a three-month
probationary period. Alternately the possibility of working full time for a
half year will also be considered (please indicate your preference in your
application letter). Starting date of May 1 at the latest.
This position has the potential to become full-time if the funds can be
found.

Salary: $13.40/ hour- 20 hour week

To apply please send cover letter, CV and names of two references to:
Ecology Action Centre
Attention: Mark Butler
1568 Argyle St., Suite 31
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 2B3
trax@ecologyaction.ca, Fax: 422-6410

Deadline for application is Thursday April 24, 2003  at 4:00 pm Atl. time
Unfortunately, we are only able to contact shortlisted applicants.

The Energy Committee is a volunteer-based committee of the Ecology Action
Centre. It meets the third Tuesday of each month at 5:15 pm and new members
are always
welcome.


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