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The Wilderness Committee has an exciting opportunity for an experienced writer, editor and creative communicator interested in becoming part of our dynamic and diverse team across the country. This position is based in our Vancouver office and is a permanent, full-time position based on a 4-day, 32-hour work week.The Wilderness Committee is a grassroots, people powered wilderness preservation group with a history of 45 years on the front line of environmental battles across Canada, with offices in Vancouver, Victoria, Winnipeg and Toronto. Recognizing that enshrining Indigenous rights and title is fundamental to addressing the biodiversity and climate crises, we have helped protect millions of hectares of lands and waters, defended at-risk species in government offices and courtrooms, and worked tirelessly to fight irresponsible fossil fuel development wreaking havoc on the climate as we advocate for a just transition to a post-carbon society.&nbsp;The Communications Specialist is responsible for editing all Wilderness Committee communications, printed and online publications and artwork, ensuring professional, consistent, up-to-date content for our environmental campaigns and fundraising. The Communications Specialist oversees our earned media strategy, advises on timing, necessity and content of press releases, conferences and advisories, tracks results and maintains media lists and contacts. They support the production of engaging email and online content to activists and supporters, create take-action tools, email content and fundraising appeals and monitor results to improve future content.&nbsp;The Communications Specialist works with our campaign team to set goals and strategies to improve communications and monitors success, and remains abreast of key issues in the environmental and social justice movements in Canada. Communications is a critical organizational strategy, and the Communications Specialist works closely with the campaign and production team and the rest of the communications staff to ensure professional, consistent content in everything from earned media to print publications such as newspapers and calendars, to fundraising and activist email content, to strategic website and social media development in collaboration with our digital communications team.&nbsp;As the successful candidate, you are passionate about communicating for social change and adept at promoting a storytelling narrative, you have strong relationships with media and are proficient at writing and editing press releases and advisories, writing op-eds and popularizing written content for online and print educational materials. You are a demonstrated multi-tasker able to thrive in a fast-paced office and work to deadlines while accommodating breaking campaign developments and urgent actions. You understand the rapidly changing media environment and can identify opportunities for the organization to improve our reach. This is an exciting opportunity for a hard-working, creative communicator who is interested in applying their professional qualifications to achieve positive change.&nbsp;As the Wilderness Committee Communications Specialist, you will:<ul><li>Coordinate the editorial process for all communications and printed materials, including newspapers, email actions, press releases, fundraising appeals, calendars, leaflets and posters.</li><li>Ensure communications are inclusive and represent diverse perspectives, particularly in relation to Indigenous rights, environmental and social justice and environmental issues.</li><li>Confirm all communications comply with relevant laws, regulations and ethical standards, especially in the context of environmental advocacy.</li><li>Facilitate the design and implementation of media and communication strategies and goals, compile and monitor statistics, present results, and make recommendations for improvement.</li><li>Edit, fact-check and proof all campaign, engagement and fundraising materials, ensuring consistency, branding and Wilderness Committee style, review printer proofs.</li><li>Draft, edit and proof press releases, ensuring professionalism and best practices, and send out releases using Salesforce’s marketing cloud engagement software.</li><li>Pitch media stories, edit op-eds, organize press conferences, maintain media contacts and write media advisories.</li><li>Write, edit and send out email actions and fundraising content to Wilderness Committee supporters, produce New/Mode action tools for the website.</li><li>Translate complex ideas and data into consumable writing.</li><li>Support the communications team with the production, updating and editing of website content using Drupal and HTML as well as content for social media.</li><li>Provide editorial content and support to scripts for videos, clips and reels, closed captioning and other written material for digital assets.</li></ul>You will have...<ul><li>A degree in journalism, communications, English or related field.</li><li>Proven experience in communications, both print and online, preferably within the non-profit or social justice sector.</li><li>Demonstrated project management skills to coordinate various tasks and work with different teams, including planning, executing and monitoring communication projects.&nbsp;</li><li>At least 2 years’ experience writing and editing for the public, the media and the web.</li><li>Expertise in media relations, developing strategy and content for earned media.</li><li>Advanced knowledge and skills of the English language, grammar, Canadian Press style, and the use of online language tools.</li><li>Experience at secondary research.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Solid technological skills: Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet and social media, website content management systems, Salesforce CRM or similar programs, HTML.</li></ul>You will be...<ul><li>Passionate about the Wilderness Committee’s mission and core values.</li><li>Analytical, creative, and used to thinking outside the box.</li><li>Able to handle a large volume of work, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.</li><li>An expert in digital marketing skills, such as SEO optimization, Google Analytics and understanding digital marketing trends, to reach and impact online communications.</li><li>A self-initiated problem solver who is reliable and enthusiastic.</li><li>Adaptable and flexible to work in collaboration with others as well as independently.</li><li>Committed to creating a positive and healthy workplace environment.</li><li>Able to handle flexible hours including occasional evening and weekend work.</li></ul>Qualified internal applicants shall be given first consideration in filling this position.&nbsp;The Wilderness Committee is committed to employment equity as an ongoing process. We encourage qualified applicants from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous persons, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and members of sexual or gender minority groups.Conditions of employment: This is a full-time, permanent unionized position with BCGEU Local 2003 and thus all pay and benefits are determined by the Collective Agreement. The Wilderness Committee has a 4-day work week, 32-hours per week, Mondays to Thursdays, and a hybrid workplace model with at least two days a week in the Vancouver office. Benefits include comprehensive medical and dental, a health savings account, a retirement savings plan, and standard paid leave including annual vacation time and a one-week year-end closure.&nbsp;Closing Date: Sunday, October 5th at midnight Pacific Time. No phone calls or drop-ins please.&nbsp;Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as qualified applicants are received, so please apply early.&nbsp;If you have a combination of skills and experience that you think make you a good candidate for this position, please don’t hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you. Please send a cover letter and a resume in a SINGLE PDF with&nbsp;Communications Specialist in the subject line to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hiring@wildernesscommittee.org" target="_blank">hiring@wildernesscommittee.org</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;

Wilderness Committee

Communications Specialist

<h4>About Grantsimple</h4>Grantsimple strives to be Canada’s go-to grant writing partner, helping charities and nonprofits navigate the grant landscape with confidence. We focus on strategy, research, and meaningful relationships to ensure our partners apply for the right grants at the right time. We are data obsessed which is what we believe is missing from the grant landscape. We invest in deep industry insights and real-time research to try and uncover patterns that may go unnoticed, in order to better strategize and position each organization and their grant portfolios for maximized fundability. We don't have all the answers (yet), but we are committed to following the money, uncovering patterns, and lifting the curtain. Kind of like private investigators, but for grants.&nbsp; &nbsp;Grantsimple Company ValuesAt Grantsimple, our values define how we work, how we support our partners, and how we show up for each other as a team. We believe in ownership, excellence, and taking action. Always striving to do things better, smarter, and more effectively. These values aren’t just words; they are the expectations we set for ourselves every day. &nbsp;We Have an Owners Mindset&nbsp;We operate with an owner’s mindset. That means taking full responsibility for our work, being accountable for outcomes, and thinking long-term about how we can improve processes, systems, and the company as a whole. We are always asking how we can better solve problems.&nbsp;<ul><li>Take ownership of your work and your results</li><li>Think beyond the present. How can we make this better for the future?</li><li>Act with accountability. Your work impacts the company, our partners, and your teammates</li></ul>Anticipate Needs, Take the LeadAt Grantsimple, we go above and beyond. Always. We step into our partners’ shoes, understand their challenges, and anticipate their needs before they even realize them. We lead with confidence, always looking for ways to improve their experience and exceed expectations.But this doesn’t just apply to partners, we do this for each other, too. Being part of our team means recognizing when a teammate needs support, offering help before they have to ask, and making sure no one is left struggling alone. We believe in taking on the heavy lifting, managing up, and making it easy for your teammates to work with you.<ul><li>Approach every task with the partner’s or team members’ perspective in mind</li><li>Be proactive in solving problems before they arise</li><li>Support your teammates—step in, offer help, and take work off their plate when you can</li><li>Make things easier for the people around you by staying organized, communicating clearly, and anticipating what’s needed next</li><li>Provide service and support that goes beyond what is expected</li></ul>A great team is about lifting each other up, making things run smoother for those around you, and creating a culture where everyone can do their best work. We stand by this.&nbsp; Make It HappenWe have a strong bias for action. Challenges are part of the job, but those who succeed are the ones who embrace them. We try, fail, learn, and grow, knowing that progress comes from action, not just intention.<ul><li>Problem-solve with confidence. Try things, test ideas, learn from mistakes</li><li>Take initiative. Figure things out, take ownership, and don’t wait to be told what to do</li><li>Follow through. Intentions are good, but actions and results are what matter</li></ul><h3>About the Role</h3>We’re looking for a&nbsp;Grant Strategist to design and lead funding strategies for our partners. This role blends big-picture thinking with practical execution. You’ll craft tailored grant roadmaps for your portfolio of partners and then collaborate with our team to bring them to life.As the primary point of contact, you’ll build trusted relationships, helping organizations navigate the grant landscape with clarity and confidence. You’ll act as project manager for their funding strategy, ensuring research, writing, and deliverables are completed on time and aligned with organizational goals.This is not primarily a grant writing role. While you may contribute to applications as needed, your main responsibility will be to set direction, coordinate execution, and ensure partners feel fully supported, informed, and confident throughout the grant process and funding journey.<h3>Who You Are</h3><ul><li>Strategic first: You can see the bigger picture, connect the dots, and advise partners on the best funding approaches. Curious:&nbsp;You’re insatiably curious, eager to learn, and ask the questions that uncover real opportunities.</li><li>Relationship-driven:&nbsp;You don’t just “manage” relationships—you invest in them.</li><li>Resilient:&nbsp;You thrive under pressure, adapt quickly, and turn challenges into growth.</li><li>Organized:&nbsp;You excel at keeping projects on track and ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.</li><li>Communicative: You can translate complex processes into simple, actionable steps.</li><li>Proactive:&nbsp;You anticipate obstacles before they arise and create solutions.</li><li>Adaptable:&nbsp;You’re comfortable with uncertainty and confident in navigating change.</li><li>Knowledgeable:&nbsp;You understand nonprofit/charity fundraising and how grants fit into bigger funding strategies.</li></ul><h3>What You’ll Do</h3><ul><li>Develop customized grant strategies for a portfolio of 15-20 nonprofit/charity partners.</li><li>Serve as the primary relationship manager and trusted advisor for your portfolio.&nbsp;</li><li>Act as project manager to oversee the execution of strategies, coordinating deadlines, deliverables, and team collaboration.&nbsp;</li><li>Refine funding strategies for partners, helping them align grants with broader fundraising goals and long-term sustainability</li><li>Set and manage expectations—helping partners navigate realistic timelines, requirements, and fundraising strategies.</li><li>Provide outstanding customer service by ensuring partners feel supported and informed at every step, while navigating different organizations, goals, expectations, and challenges. You take it all in stride and stay focused on the bigger picture—helping charities thrive in a challenging landscape.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor funding patterns and trends to assess opportunities, pivot strategies, and adjust approaches to maximize funding potential.</li><li>Contribute to writing applications when required.&nbsp;</li></ul><h3> What Success Looks Like</h3><ul><li>Partners have a clear, actionable grant roadmap &amp; trust you as their advisor. They feel confident in the grant process because of your support.</li><li>Deadlines are met and deliverables are executed seamlessly. You manage multiple projects with precision and clarity.</li><li>Communication is clear and proactive. You keep both partners and internal teams aligned without anyone having to chase down updates.</li><li>Partners feel deeply supported, confident, and engaged.&nbsp;</li><li>You solve problems. Challenges are handled with a solutions-oriented mindset.</li></ul><h3>What We’re Looking For</h3><ul><li>3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or grant strategy (e.g., grant writing, major gifts, mid-level giving, or donor relations).</li><li>Experience managing external relationships.</li><li>Project management experience (juggling multiple deadlines, priorities, and stakeholders).</li><li>Exceptional communication skills—you can break down complex ideas clearly and concisely.</li><li>Comfort with ambiguity. You thrive in a role where you make informed decisions, adapt to changing priorities, and confidently navigate situations where not all answers are clear upfront.</li><li>Strong tech skills in Google Workspace, project management tools, online portals, and spreadsheets.</li><li>An understanding of nonprofit operations and fundraising principles.</li><li>Comfort working in a fast-paced, remote environment.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-oriented approach—you take ownership and make things happen.</li></ul><h3> What You Should Know About Working With Us</h3><ul><li>We’re a fully remote team. You’ll need a reliable internet connection and your own computer.</li><li>We operate in EST but offer flexible working hours as long as there’s overlap.</li><li>This role is for a self-starter who takes full ownership of their work. If you see an opportunity to improve something, we encourage you to take initiative.</li><li>We’re growing fast. No two days are the same, and we adapt quickly—if you love structure with little change, this may not be the right fit.</li><li>Room for Growth:&nbsp;We’re a young and fast-growing company, which means your role will grow with us. As we expand, you’ll have the chance to take on more leadership, shape new processes, and influence how we serve partners.&nbsp;</li></ul><h3>Compensation &amp; Benefits</h3>Salary: $64,000–$70,000 CAD Benefits: Health &amp; Wellness Spending Account Remote work: Work from anywhere in Canada (some travel may be required for partner visits) Paid Time Off: 3 weeks vacation, 5 sick days, 2 personal days + your birthday off<h3>How to Apply</h3>Send an email to Kristen Visser at <a href="mailto:kristen@grantsimple.ca" target="_blank">kristen@grantsimple.ca</a> Subject line:&nbsp;Application for Grants Strategist In the email,&nbsp;tell us why this role is a great fit for you Attach your resume &amp; cover letter (Bonus: Include the word “pineapple” somewhere to show us you read the details.) If you have LinkedIn, include a link to your profileApplications are reviewed on a rolling basis.&nbsp;Grantsimple is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. If you need accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know.

Grantsimple

Grants Strategist

The Organizational Development and Strategy (ODS) Unit plays a crucial role in supporting the General Council Office by developing, executing, and communicating its vision and strategic priorities. This unit helps shape the public face of the United Church, enhancing the denomination’s principled presence in the public square and strengthening its invitation to church across the country and its ministries.The unit coordinates research, planning, and evaluation, and assists in nourishing congregations, supporting Regional Councils, advancing national programs, and contributing to the effective administration of the church. It encompasses the GCO's planning function (both strategic and operational), reporting, and evaluation. Furthermore, the unit includes a communications department staffed by subject matter experts who ensure alignment in key messaging, a Growth department dedicated to the church’s overarching priority of growth, and Ministries in French. The Growth department works with the regions to cultivate innovation, strengthen existing congregations toward transformation, and seed and grow new Communities of Faith.Position PurposeThe Information and Statistics Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the data-informed commitment of The United Church of Canada, contributing to a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and partnership within and across General Council Office units, Regions, Communities of Faith, and Ecumenical partnerships. They lead, and are responsible, for the strategic and practical work involved in financial information planning, gathering, processing, producing, and disseminating the church’s annual Community of Faith (pastoral charge) statistics. The information gathered informs decision making and undergirds the entire financial model of the General Council Office Denominational/Regional Council assessment process. This includes creating and interpreting statistical, personnel, and financial data for more than 1,900 pastoral charges, 2,400 congregations, and 100,000 identifiable individuals in the database. During peak periods, they actively communicate with churches, check statistical data accuracy, troubleshoot, and resolve complex problems that require advanced accounting, diplomacy, and educational skills.They lead and liaise with the IT, Finance, and Communication units to implement the annual denominational assessment rate update, including calculations and communications, as directed.<h2>Primary Areas of Responsibility</h2><ol><li>Data Management and Maintenance (40%): Coordinate the collection, validation, and dissemination of statistical and congregational data through digital and paper-based systems. Develop and maintain data gathering tools and make sure of integration across key platforms. Provide strategic input on data accuracy, reporting processes and IT improvements. Produce customized statistical reports and support data-driven decision making. Respond to Inquiries and advise congregational treasurers on data ad financial practices.</li><li>Assessment Management and Deployment (30%): Lead the development of assessment models and scenarios to support financial decision making. Guide pastoral charges through assessment changes related to structural transitions (e.g. closures, amalgamations). Collaborate with IT to ensure proper assessment billing, invoicing and data sync between systems.</li><li>Yearbook Production (10%): Manage the production of the United Church Yearbook, including content preparation and layout. Ensure timely publication and work with IT to develop relevant statistical reports and indices.</li><li>ChurchHub Information Management and Maintenance (10%): Oversee updates to ChurchHub regarding structural and name changes of pastoral charges and other regional bodies. Coordinate with General Council and Regional Councils to ensure consistent and timely database updates and system improvements.</li><li>Administration (10%): Maintain congregation and pastoral charge records from Affirm United and submit annual reports to Affirm United. Manage data requests, mailing lists and supervise staff to ensure efficient workflow in support of ongoing administrative functions.</li></ol><h2>Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Post-secondary education in a related field (research methodology, data, statistical analysis).</li><li>Recognized Accounting Certification and/or training is an asset.</li><li>3-5 years of related experience, focusing on measurement, financial management, and reporting.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading with strong attention to detail;</li><li>Strong administrative, planning, time management and organizational skills together with situational analysis and problem-solving skills to proactively plan work, establish, monitor and adjust priorities to accomplish goals with limited supervision;</li><li>Strong financial knowledge and accounting skills;</li><li>Robust computer skills in the use of various software applications – Microsoft Office 365, MS Dynamics, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI, Outlook, Power Apps, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Zoom, with the knowledge of and ability to organize and manage significant amounts of data;</li><li>Technical proficiency in using a variety of technological systems employed by The United Church of Canada and understanding the relationship between systems (such as ChurchHub and Narthex). Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) to retrieve data from databases and perform queries would be an asset;</li><li>Familiarity with data privacy regulations and ethical data management practices;</li><li>Project management ability and experience to help enhance planning and execution;</li><li>Solid Customer Service and interpersonal skills, conveying efficiency, understanding, patience, and competence when dealing with the church constituency, the public, and staff.</li><li>Ability to collaborate with staff members, promote customer service, and ensure staff provide responsive and efficient customer-oriented service;</li><li>Solid judgment, tact, discretion, resourcefulness, creativity in problem-solving, and the ability to make independent decisions;</li><li>Ability to work independently, consulting the supervisor only for major problems; and</li><li>Proficiency in French or other languages relevant to the United Church's diverse communities would be an asset.</li><li>Alignment with vision and values of The United Church of Canada – respect, integrity, passion, and diversity;</li><li>Motivated self-starter capable of identifying needs;&nbsp;</li><li>Initiative, good judgment, tact, discretion, resourcefulness, and creativity in problem solving; and</li><li>Knowledge of The United Church of Canada and the understanding its history, programs, structure, and ethos would be an asset.</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2>The United Church of Canada has adopted a hybrid workplace model, providing flexibility for this position, working both off-site and in the General Council Office, currently located at 3250 Bloor Street West in Toronto, ON. The incumbent will be provided, for work purposes, use of secure devices and must be available by email, phone, teams or zoom during regular office hours Monday to Friday.&nbsp;Sitting and viewing a computer screen for long periods, keyboarding/using assistive devices or technologies, intermittent physical activity including sitting, standing and being on a call for long periods of time will be required. Occasional additional hours may be required.As part of our ongoing commitment to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code, The United Church of Canada will provide reasonable accommodations to employees with human-rights related needs.<h2>Compensation</h2>The target hiring range for this position is $62,107.81 to $68,957.58 with the ability to progress to a maximum of $82,809.94. This is based on category 6 on our salary range. Placement on the salary range will depend on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. Pension and group benefit plans coverage and annual vacation round out this compensation package.

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