Sr Manager, Canadian Programs

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION:

SFI is a sustainability leader through our work in standards, conservation, community, and education. Project Learning Tree Canada (PLT Canada), an initiative of SFI and separate non-profit charity in Canada, works to advance environmental education, forest literacy and career pathways. At SFI, we aim to foster a culture where everyone feels valued, empowered, and supported in advancing sustainability through forest-focused collaborations.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Sr Manager, Canadian Programs provides support for SFI and PLT Canada’s programs in Canada. This will be done through collaboration among the environmental education, careers, communications, conservation, community and standard teams. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to developing, updating and distributing communications products to support the elevation of SFI certification and PLT Canada programs, supporting forestry communications and project management for the Communications and Canadian Operations, coordinating and delivering French programming for PLT Canada and SFI, increasing access by Francophones to SFI programs and products. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Support all communications for SFI and PLT Canada, including developing materials such as newsletters, blog posts, press releases, one pagers, etc.
• Create, review and update forestry communications materials, including strengthening forestry communications and elevating the role of SFI certification.
• Ensure SFI and PLT Canada communications are appropriate for Francophone audiences and available with proper French technical language.
• Represent SFI/PLT Canada at events, meetings, such as SIC meetings, trade association conferences, etc.

• Increase Francophone participation in SFI/PLT Canada programs.
• Support the delivery of environmental education and career pathways programs for PLT Canada.

• Strengthen relationships with Canadian partners, employers, Indigenous communities, and youth serving organizations.
• Support Canadian government relations efforts, such as preparing pre budget submissions, government submissions, analysis of government announcements, drafting of letters, etc.

• Support Indigenous Relations work, including relationship-building, program development, and partnership opportunities.

• Support SFI in identifying opportunities, messaging with key constituents, and other areas as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will not initially have direct employee supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

SFI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements include the ability to work from a desk at a computer for prolonged periods of time.  Occasional lifting/carrying of up to 10/15/25 pounds. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions.

This position requires travel within Canada, up to25% of time.

WORK LOCATION:

This position is based in Canada. Employees located withing commuting distance of Washington, DC or Ottawa are required to work from the office 2 days per week, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays as designated in-office days. For the remaining days of the week, you may choose to either work from the office or remotely from your home. SFI reserves the right to increase in-person days to three or more days per week in the future.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Relevant work experience considered in lieu
• At least 5 years’ work experience in a related field.
• Direct experience in the forestry, natural resources, or education sectors required.
• Experience working with youth and exposure to career pathways for youth and/or educators an asset.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with information systems and technology, including Microsoft Office suite and WordPress; advanced level of expertise with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint preferred; capacity to learn new applications.
• Bilingual (French and English)mandatory.
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  Content Management Systems (CMS) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) familiarity (particularly WordPress and Salesforce) preferred.

Key Competencies

• Consistently executes key position responsibilities at a high level; proactively and thoughtfully takes the lead in developing and executing their workplan and can clearly articulate workplan goals and accomplishments
• Provides thoughtful comments on documents, ideas, and opportunities, reflecting their knowledge of their pillar
• Is competent in analyzing data or research findings and can clearly synthesize results thoughtfully and efficiently
• Consistently demonstrates the ability to make connections between the work we do and the networks we serve – even/especially those outside of our immediate sphere of influence – seeking opportunities to engage, educate and inform those networks whenever possible
• Serves as a “utility” player – is able and willing to provide support across the organization, and is seen as accommodating and service-oriented
• Manages multiple projects and seeks guidance from supervisor to prioritize effectively, as needed
• Ensures work is done by deadline requested or requests adjustments to deadline if needed
• Demonstrates professionalism and service-orientation with internal staff and external parties
• Consistently models behavior in support of a positive, collaborative, and respectful culture
• Takes initiative to identify what needs to get done even if not asked to do so, seeking guidance before moving forward
• Is inquisitive and responsive to questions; contributes to an environment where curiosity and asking questions are rewarded
• Confidently and respectfully communicates with colleagues at all levels of SFI, ensuring that interactions are consistently viewed as positive, professional and meaningful exchanges
• Proactively communicates status/keeps stakeholders apprised of key information

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OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

SFI is proud to provide our employees with a collaborative, dynamic, and rewarding professional experience, with a competitive compensation and benefits package and growth opportunities. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and being an equal opportunity employer. Our team represents a broad range of cultures, education, disciplines, and work and life experiences, and we strive to leverage these differences in our daily work. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe in creating an empowered and supportive team that is committed to advancing sustainability through forest-focused collaborations.

Learn more aboutSFI Staff Culture, read ourDiversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy,and review ourIndigenous Relations Commitment.