Title:  Program Officer, Climate Engagement Canada (CEC)

Status: Full time, permanent, (Unionized)

Location: Toronto, or Vancouver Canada (hybrid work arrangements)

Reports to: Senior Manager, Corporate Advocacy, Climate

Salary:  $74,352 per annum with annual increases as per our collective bargaining agreement

MAKE AN IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE:

In this role, you will:

1. Be at the heart of a Canada-focused, investor-led initiative that drives dialogue between finance and industry to promote a just transition to a net zero economy.
2. You will support strategies to create transformative change in Canadian capital markets and support SHARE’s mission to build a sustainable, inclusive and productive economy;
3. You will use your advocacy prowess to drive change and support collaborative initiatives with allied investors and advance good stewardship practices.
4. Contribute to a just transition to a net-zero economy within a high-impact, mission-driven organization.

ABOUT SHARE:

SHARE is an award-winning Canadian non-profit in the responsible investment field. SHARE is dedicated to mobilizing investor leadership to build a sustainable, inclusive, and productive economy. We combine a deep passion for real change with sound strategy, analysis and skills. Our team leads shareholder engagement, education and training, policy advocacy, and practical research with a growing network of values-driven investors who are driving meaningful changes within global businesses, governments and regulators. SHARE is the only non-profit, unionized, living-wage-certified shareholder advocacy organization in Canada.

GOOD WORK:

At SHARE, you will:

• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment, with a team of values-driven professionals;
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Employer-paid pharmaceutical, dental, optical, paramedical health benefits, and basic life insurance;
  • An annual fitness allowance;
  • An annual professional development allowance and employer-paid education days;
  • Financial support to set up a home-office workspace
• Generous time off provisions, including 3 weeks vacation, an office closure from December 24-January 2, and flex days;
• A hybrid in-office/work-from-home environment, offering the flexibility to work from home and the benefits of having office space with colleagues; If you are an Indigenous job seeker, this job may be open to remote work within Canada.  
• Retirement security with employer-matched contributions to a defined benefit pension plan through DbPlus;
• The protection of union representation and a collective agreement with the United Steelworkers.

THE OPPORTUNITY: PROGRAM OFFICER, CLIMATE ENGAGEMENT CANADA (CEC)

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Advocacy, Climate and working collaboratively across programs, the Program Officer, Climate Engagement Canada (CEC) supports the coordination and communication of collaborative investor engagement efforts focused on climate action. It involves organizing educational sessions, preparing actionable materials, and facilitating dialogue between investors, companies, and partner organizations. The position also includes administrative support, research and relationship management to help drive effective climate-related investor strategies. The Program Officer will support the CEC participants’ efforts to advance a collaborative engagement agenda to accelerate Canada’s net zero transition.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

AT A MINIMUM, YOU HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum three years’ related relevant experience; 
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience related to climate change, law, human rights, or corporate social responsibility;
• Strong, demonstrated experience working on action-oriented research and corporate engagement in support of impactful, issues campaigns;
• Knowledge of business, investment, and/or financial markets in Canada and internationally; 
• Understanding of proper thematic priorities, including internationally recognized standards related to climate change and at least one of: decent work, human rights due diligence; equity and inclusion; Indigenous rights & reconciliation in the Canadian context; corporate governance;
• Fluency in written and verbal English is required. Fluency in French is a strong asset. 

SOME OTHER THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT WORKING AT SHARE:

• SHARE offers a comprehensive benefits package, employer-matched contribution to a defined benefit pension plan through DbPlus, support for professional development, and an annual fitness benefit;
• Terms and conditions of employment are set in accordance with the SHARE-USW Collective agreement;
• SHARE employees must be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the Federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit;
• Full vaccination against the Covid-19 virus is required of all SHARE employees;
• Occasional overnight and international travel may be required;
• SHARE operates with a hybrid office policy. 

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY:

• SHARE’s Vancouver office is located on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
• SHARE’s Toronto office is located in the territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee and Wendat peoples.
• SHARE strives to embody its values of fairness, inclusion and justice in its hiring and employment practices and has a strong commitment to employment equity. SHARE’s commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous people is set out in our Commitment.
• SHARE seeks qualified candidates who share our mission and vision. We particularly welcome applications from Indigenous people, women and gender-diverse people, persons with disabilities, Black people and people of colour and LGBTQ+ candidates. If you are an Indigenous job seeker, this job position may be open to remote work within Canada.
• SHARE will provide reasonable disability-related accommodations to job applicants on request.