Lead- Green Jobs Internship Program

Job Description

Job Title: Lead – Green Jobs Internship ProgramReports to: Manager of Professional, Workforce Development ProgramsHours: Full-time (35 hours per week)Location: Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaSalary Range: $50,000-60,000 About Clean FoundationClean Foundation helps the communities in which we work make real progress toward a cleaner future by taking on climate change challenges. We bring specialized teams together to work on complex problems, delivering clean projects and programming for communities. We’re here to make the biggest impact for a cleaner world.Learn more about us the work we do: cleanfoundation.ca. Equity Hiring:Clean is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. Qualified self-identifying First Nations, Metis and Inuit, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and LGBTQ2+ applicants will be strongly considered for this position. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on either your cover letter or resume. Summary of the Position: Reporting to the Manager of Workforce Development, the Lead –Green Jobs Internship Program, has the exciting job of managing this funding program that works to create quality internship opportunities within Canada’s environmental and natural resources sector. This not only builds capacity for Canadian employers working in this important economic space but also sets up recent graduates with careers! The Lead is responsible for ensuring the smooth delivery and project management of the program, as well as supporting intern and employer participants across the country. This is both an energizing and demanding position which requires strong organizational skills, creativity, and a passion in youth employment, and Canada’s Clean Economy. Duties and Responsibilities:· Actively and creatively market the program nationally to all potential stakeholders and expand an existing database of potential host employers across Canada. · Full end to end project management of the program including updating current processes, the annual work plan and evaluation framework. · Manage the employer and intern application process as well as the approval of host employer funding. · Provide support to employers in the recruitment and training of interns.· Attend conferences and networking events to promote the program and develop new contacts.· Coordinate the payment of all program wage subsidies.· Conduct virtual and in-person site visits with interns and employers. · Assist with all necessary Federal quarterly reporting and lead the development of required final reporting documents. Education and Qualifications: · Post-secondary background in Project Management, Community Development, Human Resources, Business, Sustainability, or any other relevant field. · Strong passion for youth employment, inclusive growth, and building the clean economy.· Highly organized, respectful of deadlines, experience with budgets and task driven. · Enjoys researching and building strong partner relationships. · Able to work well independently and with a fun diverse team. · Experience with applying for Federal (or related) grants and working through reporting. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Teams, Forms). · Ability to communicate (verbally and written) in French is always an asset. · Experience in a non-profit setting; event coordination; and multi-sector experience will be great.· Driver’s License required for travel across the province/region. Working Conditions:Additional hours, or time outside of the normal work hours, may be required to meet operational requirements of planning and delivering specific projects at specific times of the year. Travel may also be required. This position will have the ability to work both from home as well as in the office. Clean Benefits The extra shine of working at Clean: No more emails past 5 p.m.—your off-work time is YOUR time. RRSP matching. We fully cover your health and dental insurance plan. Paid vacation and wellness days. Paid volunteer time off. You get your birthday off (if it falls during a workday). Every day is treat day—are you team M&M’s or team Sour Keys? Your dog friends are welcomed. We offer a hybrid work environment (office and remote work). Apply Now If making an impact through your work excites you then Clean may be your next career move. If you’re interested in our current position of Lead-Green Jobs Internship Program, please submit your cover letter and resume on or before January 3, 2024. We appreciate all interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.