Job Description

ECO Canada is the steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries. From job creation and wage funding, to training and labour market research \xe2\x80\x93 we champion the end-to-end career of an environmental professional. Our efforts promote and drive responsible and sustainable economic growth to ensure that environmental care and best practice are a priority. We gather and analyze skills and labour market trends within the environmental workforce and provide up-to-date, relevant data and insights for policy, business and educational purposes. Our reports support our stakeholders in four key areas: (1) employers\xe2\x80\x94plan and attract qualified candidates, (2) individuals\xe2\x80\x94prepare for and build environmental careers, (3) governments\xe2\x80\x94develop programs and update policies, (4) educators and trainers\xe2\x80\x94adapt offerings to prepare the workforce that is and will be in demand. We provide competitive benefits and compensation with a great work environment. We are serious about performance, but we also know how to celebrate successes and have fun along the way! Are you looking for a role where you will truly make a difference and contribute to a growing industry in Canada? ECO Canada is looking for a performance-driven individual to join the team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Director of Research, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role on the research team in conducting labour market research and stakeholder engagement. As a key member of the Research team, the Research Communications Intern will be responsible for supporting research on occupational standards development and fostering relationships with external stakeholders. The specific duties performed by the research communications intern will be determined by the current phase of each research project and the priority of research tasks. While each member of ECO Canada has individual responsibilities, ECO takes a team-based approach. Everyone is encouraged to take ownership of their ideas and to see them through to completion, collaborating with key influencers as required. Responsibilities

• Leading stakeholder engagement activities, including conducting outreach to subject matter experts and facilitating the collection of feedback through written submissions and interviews.
• This role requires public relations and marketing skills to effectively promote the organization\'s mission, products, or services to stakeholders. This includes lead prospecting and cold calling.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential. You should be able to convey information clearly and persuasively to various audiences, including stakeholders, community members, and colleagues.
• The ability to adapt to changing circumstances, stakeholder dynamics, and emerging issues is crucial in stakeholder outreach. Flexibility is key.
• Many stakeholder outreach efforts require collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders themselves. Being a team player and working well with others is crucial.
• Tracking and measuring the effectiveness of outreach efforts and being able to report on outcomes to stakeholders and management. This often involves using key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Awareness of legal and ethical considerations related to stakeholder engagement, data privacy, and compliance is essential.
• Conducting job postings analysis to inform research team members on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of environmental occupations.
• Researching, reviewing, compiling, and editing project documents.
• Attending research team meetings.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor\'s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience and education.
• A minimum of one year of experience conducting stakeholder outreach is an asset.
• Demonstrated success in coordinating and executing a variety of creative, persuasive, and effective communications.
• Excellent communication skills (reading, listening, writing, etc.).
• Experience in communicating complex scientific and technical concepts.
• Experience with MS Office is essential.
• Fluent in English \xe2\x80\x93 Fluency in French is considered an asset.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and a positive attitude.

This role is a temporary position until March 31, 2024. If you feel you are the perfect fit for this position and are looking to join a company culture that is fun, flexible, and defined by our collective drive for success, please apply now through our website. Please upload your resume and cover letter as one PDF file. Applicants who do not include a cover letter will not be considered. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

ECO Canada is dedicated to recruiting and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. By recognizing and valuing a diverse workforce, we are committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. ECO Canada will always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position based on character, competency, compatibility, and commitment. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh\'kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Stoney Nakoda and Tsuut\'ina nations. We acknowledge the members of the Metis community and specifically, the M\xc3\xa9tis Nation Region Three. Finally in the spirit of reconciliation and because we are all treaty people, we also acknowledge all Calgarians who make our homes in the traditional Treaty 7 territory of Southern Alberta.