Published April 27, 2010
by iris_author
Job Posting: Community Animator (Toronto area)
Faith & the Common Good is a national non-profit organization that facilitates inter-faith dialogue and action on matters of social and ecological concern. Our main program, Greening Sacred Spaces (GSS), promotes eco-sustainability in faith communities (churches, mosques, synagogues, temples, etc.), focusing primarily on energy
conservation within faith buildings. We are looking for half-time staff (approximately 75 hours/month) to liaise with green activists within faith communities to assist them in
participating in GSS.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience working with faith communities
- Knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and eco-sustainable solutions
- Experience with networking
- Experience with working with volunteers
- Experience and comfort speaking in front of groups
- Must be creative, energetic, flexible, motivated, and well-organized
DUTIES
- Conduct all activities in accordance with the ecological and spiritual mission of Faith & the Common Good
- Plan and coordinate the ‘Greening Sacred Spaces’ program in the local area
- Identify and liaise with representatives from each faith community and report on activities
- Plan and participate in GSS networking events
- Animate interest in the campaign among faith communities and other groups
- Track local environmental resources and liaise with community and environmental groups for opportunities to collaborate.
- Liaise with other environmental groups regional networks.
For more information please refer to the attached poster.
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