Director of EngagementCompensation: $62,000 - $65,000 (commensurate with experience)Hours of Work: 40 hours per weekContract Length: three yearsStart Date: May 27th, 2024Application Deadline: April 28th, 2024 at 11:59pmABOUT EMBARK SUSTAINABILITYEmbark Sustainability Society is an independent, student-centred not-for-profit based out of Simon Fraser University that catalyzes student sustainability (un)learning journeys for the next generation of leaders. Our work is supported by the 35,000+ undergraduate and graduate student members that we represent. We focus on climate and food justice in our programs and initiatives and we do this by fostering a culture that enables self expression, honours lived experiences, and centres interpersonal relationships.OUR WORK CULTUREAt Embark Sustainability, we strive to support staff in being themselves and exploring what that means within the context of our work. We do this by fostering a work culture that enables self-expression and exploration, honouring individuals’ understandings based on the combination of their background, claimed and unclaimed identities, and experiences. This is important because we believe perspectives that forward multiple truths will strengthen sustainability solutions while challenging normative assumptions of who possesses knowledge and which approach is best. We assert that systems change requires various ways of thinking. If you share these values, we strongly encourage you to apply to join our team.THE ROLEThe Director of Engagement is responsible for the management and development of Embark Sustainability’s annual programming while supporting student-leadership and development in various stages of involvement at the organization. Building on the work of the role of Program’s Manager in previous years, 2024-2027 will bring a suite of new and deeper partnerships which will bring forward innovative programming. The Director of Engagement approaches program design, delivery, and evaluation with an intersectional and equity-focused lens. The Director of Engagement acts as a supervisor and is responsible for the growth and development of the Gardens Manager, Priority Area team and Embark Sustainability’s suite of volunteers. It's important that you have strong interpersonal skills and to first and foremost lead with empathy.This position leads the organization in collaboration with the Director of Development. As co-director of Embark Sustainability, this position collaboratively oversees the strategic direction, operations, stewardship and overall management of Embark Sustainability while keeping in line with the vision and mission of the organization and the Theory of Change as laid out by the Board of Directors. The Director of Engagement approaches leadership with a strong understanding of justice and equity that is practiced internally in organizational culture and in relationship with community, seeking varied perspectives so that Embark Sustainability can continually evolve to most effectively serve its members.This role is well-suited for an innovative, energetic, and detailed leader with strong people skills. If you find yourself often being your friend group’s de-facto organizer of socials, trips, or activities, we’d love to hear from you.RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Leadership and VisionIn collaboration with the director of development and the board, develop a vision and strategic plan to guide the organizationFacilitate the co creation of an operational plan that advances the strategic direction set by the boardProvide leadership and advocate on critical issues affecting food and climate equity for SFU studentsConduct official correspondence on behalf of or jointly with the boardBoard RelationsFoster effective teamwork between the board and co-directors and between the co-directors and staff. Act as a professional advisor to the board of directorsIdentify, assess, and inform the board of relevant internal and external issuesDraft and revise policies with the board, review and recommend changes as neededServe as an ex-officio, non-voting member of board meetings, JEDDI, Governance and Director Development committees or task forcesOperationsOversee day-to-day operations of the societyOversee our involvement in university-led operational sustainability initiativesOversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization’s offerings. Collaborate with the director of development to facilitate team annual operational planning and goal settingProvide insights, advice, and recommendations as needed in developing student-centred offerings that enact the organization’s Theory of ChangeSupport the director of development in the oversight of Embark Sustainability’s financial accounts, act as a signing authority and legal representativeProgram Planning and AdministrationDevelop an annual programs calendar including reasonable timelines for program delivery, including submitting creative briefsImplement Embark Sustainability’s staple and novel programs in alignment with the organization’s vision, mission, and priority areasSet goals and objectives for programs in alignment with goals identified by the organization's annual operational planLead Embark Sustainability’s outreach activities and passive programming across all SFU campuses, including tabling and Games Lounge at SFU SurreyOversee the programs administration of the society, including but not limited to:Preparing materials for outreach/tabling and all eventsBooking rooms, ordering catering, or preparing virtual logistics as neededMaintaining Embark Studio space cleanlinessContributing to the writing of program descriptions and highlights for our annual report and website updatesOversee programs collaborations of the society, including but not limited to:Building community relationships that support our members’ learning and expand perspectives shared in our programsSeeking out opportunities to connect with community groups (e.g. tabling at events); organize volunteers and resources for such eventsInvolving collaborators when appropriate, communicating with relevant partners about upcoming programs and eventsHR and Team ManagementWith support of the director of development, determine staffing requirements for organizational operations and oversee recruitment and hiring processesContinuously work to improve employee satisfaction and foster a healthy workplace environment at Embark Sustainability. Work closely with Embark Sustainability staff to embed a culture of continuous learningDirectly supervise the positions of Gardens Manager and part-time student staffManage the employee life cycle for those under your supervision (i.e., recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and offboarding), including but not limited to:conducting performance evaluations;supporting staff with planning, organization, and execution of activities;supporting JEDDI literacy and professional skills development; andassessing and approving vacation requests.Collaboration and AccountabilityDevelop a role work plan with SMART goals, maintain timesheetPlan and participate in regular team meetings and frequent one on one collaborations with the director of developmentEnsure the society meets the expectations of its student members through evaluation and consultationProvide a written summary of impact and activities, keeping events records including evaluation and feedbackMonitor progress and evaluate outcomes of all programs, including qualitative and quantitative reporting of programs for use in grant applications, reports, and summariesDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSTransparent and high-integrity leaderProject manager with at least two years of cumulative experience in program planning, delivery, and evaluationOrganizational or staff management experience, with a track record of supporting individuals and teams in acquiring new skillsAn excellent facilitator and charismatic communicator comfortable with public speaking, connecting with people from different backgrounds, and holding space for complexityKnowledgeable in board governance and able to advise, develop, and collaborate with student and alumni board directorsWell-versed in the breadth and depth of climate and food work, including the nuances of centring equity and justice in dialogue and building towards solutionsUnderstands how climate and food justice intersect with other forms of justice, and thinks critically about the ways traditional environmental spaces often alienate Indigenous, Black, racialized, immigrant and refugee youth among other equity-deserving groupsSelf-motivated, takes initiative, and works effectively and within a teamDetail-oriented, organized, and able to set and meet deadlinesResponsible, reliable, and consistent in carrying out work dutiesInterested in working within a student learning-oriented organizationCollaborative and enjoys working with individuals and groups with diverse interestsComfortable navigating Google Drive, G Suite, Zoom, Slack, and other online platforms to enable collaborationPERKSBenefits package including medical, dental, and moreHealth spending account12-paid health and wellness daysHybrid work environmentA team that protects work-life balance and sees staff as unique individualsAutonomy to be creative and develop new projectsPlease indicate you saw this posting at GoodWork.ca.Share this: Note: The above is provided on an As Is basis and for general informational purposes only. 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