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Status:           Full time, permanent, (Unionized)
Reports to:   Associate Director, Shareholder Advocacy
Salary:          $72,787.20 per annum (with annual increases as per our collective bargaining agreement)

MAKE AN IMPACT ON DECENT WORK & HUMAN RIGHTS INITIATIVES

In this role, you will:

1. Be at the heart of SHARE’s industry-leading ESG engagement program. 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;
2. You will use your advocacy prowess to drive change and support collaborative initiatives with allied investors and advance good stewardship practices.
3. Contribute to decent work and human rights  advocacy 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;
• 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: SHAREHOLDER ADVOCACY OFFICER

Reporting to the Associate Director, Shareholder Advocacy (Decent Work & Human Rights)
and working collaboratively across programs, the Shareholder Advocacy Officer plays a key role in SHARE’s shareholder engagement program. They develop and execute corporate engagement strategies, negotiate with companies, and lead collaborative engagement across a range of program areas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be a pivotal contributor to SHARE’s industry-leading corporate engagement program. Some of your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preparing decision-useful briefs to assist in preparation and execution of engagement with companies and investment managers to change policies and practices
• Coordinating and supporting engagements with companies and investment managers on social and governance issues, including the filing of shareholder proposals, advocacy and discussions with companies and investor representatives
• Supporting negotiation of formal and informal agreements with target companies;
• Supporting collaborative work with allied investors, including developing common agendas and shared priorities;
• Contributing to developing strategy and identifying targets, outcomes, timing, focus and activities for each sector and company based on thematic priorities;
• Supporting maintenance of ongoing, constructive engagement relationships with company personnel, government and regulatory officials;
• Maintaining relationships with and monitor developments from engagement partners, allied investors, relevant stakeholder groups, and experts in relevant fields;
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emerging issues and trends in SHARE’s thematic areas;
• Contributing to drafting and review of communications about engagement themes and companies, including policy briefs, blog posts, research reports, and program reports;
• Contributing to the development of team learning, systems and culture to support a dynamic and growing program
• Working collaboratively with the research team to shape research program to support new and emerging engagement objectives.

YOU MAY BE THE BEST PERSON FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU:

• Have demonstrated experience with negotiation and advocacy techniques;
• Are an action-oriented risk taker, who enjoys working on different projects at the same time
• Thrive working independently on a variety of tasks and contributing as part of a team;
• Are an experienced advocate, with a track-record of interest-based negotiation success;
• Possess excellent analytical skills, political savvy, and sound judgement;
• Have flawless verbal and written communication skills, with a knack for delivering captivating and engaging presentations to a range of audiences;
• Have a flexible, positive and responsive attitude, and a team-oriented approach to change-making;
• Keep meticulous records, and possess excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to set priorities and balance competing deadlines and pressures.
• You are highly proficient with cloud-based collaboration tools, CRM databases, Microsoft Suite, and relevant database and data analysis tools;
• You have the ability to conduct research on topics related to the social, environmental and governance policies and practices of publicly traded corporations, including extensive use of online resources.

AT A MINIMUM, YOU HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in law, human rights, finance, business, sustainability or any other relevant field or equivalent related experience;
• Minimum one-to-three years of experience in an advocacy or negotiation role;
• Demonstrated knowledge of responsible investing, ESG integration or issuers’ financial and
• non-financial reporting obligations is a strong asset.
• Relevant work experience in a corporate setting is a strong asset.
• Strong, demonstrated experience working on action-oriented research and analysis in support of impactful campaigns
• Strong knowledge of relevant thematic priorities, including on internationally recognized standards related to Indigenous rights in the Canadian context, and human rights.
• Fluency in 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; including to the United States
• SHARE operates with a hybrid office policy.  Regular attendance in one of our offices will be required.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY:

• 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 staff are represented by the United Steelworkers. 
• SHARE seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, or people of colour and LGBTQ2S+ candidates.
• SHARE’s Vancouver office is located on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. SHARE’s Toronto office is located in the territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee and Wendat peoples.