Engagement Officer Green Schools Ns

2 days ago

Halifax, Canada Thinkwell Shift Full time

**Job Title**:Green Schools Engagement Officer

**Location**: Halifax Based

**Position Type**: Entry level ~35 hours/week, term position (September to June)

**Responsibilities**:

- Deliver engaging presentations on energy efficiency and sustainability practices to students of various ages.
- Collaborate with teachers and school administrators to schedule and coordinate presentations in-person and virtually.
- Travel to schools across the province to deliver presentations, ensuring a professional and impactful delivery.
- Answer questions and facilitate discussions with students to deepen their understanding of energy conservation and environmental stewardship.
- Promote awareness through social media and other channels of our organization’s initiatives and programs aimed at fostering a culture of sustainability within schools.
- Collect feedback and evaluate the effectiveness of presentations to continuously improve educational content and delivery.

**Qualifications**:

- Fluency in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. French considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of the environment and energy efficiency principles, whether gained through formal education or self-taught.
- Experience in delivering educational presentations or workshops.
- Ability to engage and inspire students of all ages through dynamic presentations and interactive activities.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively to meet travel and presentation schedules.
- Flexibility to travel within the province, occasionally requiring overnight stays.
- Passion for environmental sustainability and a commitment to promoting eco-friendly behaviors among youth.
- Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License, access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
- A criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check, will be required before working in schools.

**What we offer**:

- This is a full-time (~35 hours/week) term position that runs from September 2024 to June 2025.
- The salary for this position has not yet been determined, the mileage reimbursement for business travel is included.
- A supportive team environment committed to making a positive impact on the environment through education.

**About the Company**:
Thinkwell Shift is a behavior change company that specializes in resource conservation to help our customers save money and to help lower carbon emissions and other complications of high energy usage. We create strategies that support and empower people to make lasting changes in their daily lives to conserve resources such as water, energy, and waste through various projects across Nova Scotia.

**To Apply**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Valid NS Drivers License and reliable vehicle

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-10-20
Expected start date: 2024-09-25

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