About the Position

Manitoba Eco-Network, a registered charity that serves as an umbrella for environmental organizations in Manitoba and provides a number of educational and outreach projects, is seeking an Executive Director. Reporting to the Board of Directors, this full-time position demands an energetic, committed leader with strong environmental knowledge and proven communications and management skills.

Job duties are as follows:

Oversee and manage all aspects of day-to-day operations of Manitoba Eco-Network, including:

• Human resources management including supervision, evaluation, and mentoring where necessary;
• Strategic planning: leading and working with the Board on strategic planning for the organization;
• Project development, responsibility for implementation, evaluation and reporting, where appropriate, in conjunction with various Project Managers;
• Fundraising
• Represent the organization to the public;
• Government, external and media liaison;
• Liaison with Canadian Environmental Network and other national organizations;
• Respond to information requests from member groups and the public

Liaison with Board of Directors:

• Ensure Board and organizational policies are carried out,
• Manage budget and finances in consultation with Treasurer, liaison with Auditor and with funding bodies.
• Organize Board meetings and General Meetings as appropriate.

From time to time: undertake specific project activities (eg. Workshop delivery, presentations).

Qualifications Required:

• Post-secondary degree in Environmental Studies or related discipline, with extensive environmental experience;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills;
• Strong knowledge of ecological principles;
• Strong awareness of current environmental issues;
• Experience in project management;
• Experience in financial and budget management;
• Experience with human resources management;
• Experience with event planning and coordination;
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player
• Knowledge of the charitable and non-profit sector would be an asset;
• Experience with fundraising and the ability to communicate in French would also be assets.

Manitoba Eco-Network offers rewarding, meaningful work in an environmentally-friendly workplace situated in the Mountain Equipment Coop building. Convenient bus access and an employee shower facilitate active commuting. We also offer in-house composting, access to the rooftop patio and a great team of people to work with. The ED position has a benefits package.

Application Process:

Please forward a cover letter in confidence, indicating your suitability for this position, your salary expectations and a resume to edsearch@mbeconetwork.org by Midnight (CST) on July 12, 2011. We would appreciate receiving your documents in Word 2007 or older.

We thank everyone who applies. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.