The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. Our work inspires better decisions and sparks meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. We shine a light on what can be achieved when governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities come together. IISD’s staff of more than 300 experts come from across the globe and from many disciplines. With offices in Winnipeg, Geneva, Ottawa, and Toronto, our work affects lives in nearly 100 countries.
The Position
IISD is seeking a motivated student to work on our youth engagement program, IISD Next. IISD Next is an international award-winning program that involves youth in sustainable policy. The program includes virtual trainings on policy topics ranging from the SDGs to green economies as well as specialized materials to support youth-led organizations working in sustainability.
Responsibilities
- Support administrative tasks for the smooth running of IISD Next programming
- Creation of new outreach materials for social media and other online communications under the supervision of the Youth Engagement and Water Policy Officer
- Facilitation of online and in-person workshops
- Support the Youth Engagement and Water Policy Officer in the creation of fundraising materials
- Support the Experimental Lakes Area Education team with booths, presentations, and content creation
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
The IISD Next assistant position is competitive, and the qualifying candidate must have the following qualifications:
- Current enrolment in a university or college program leading to a degree in education, communications, English, science, or a related discipline.
- Work or volunteer experience in the field of sustainability, policy, communications, or public education.
- Passionate about the importance of communicating about sustainability to the public.
- Excellent public speaking abilities and a willingness to frequently deliver public presentations.
- Knowledge of additional languages besides English is an asset.
Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid:
- Valid criminal record check and vulnerable sector verification.
Term: The contract is for a 4-month term, from May 5 to August 29, with an opportunity for possible extension in the fall.
Compensation: CAD 706 –CAD 865 weekly, depending on experience and education.
Application deadline: March 14, 2025, at 4:00 pm CST
Application Procedure
All submissions must be in English. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.
Candidates must be current students enrolled at a Canadian university and hold appropriate work authorization for Canada.
Applications will only be accepted through Bamboo HR. Please include the following:
- A current curriculum vitae (CV)
- A current academic transcript from a Canadian university (can be a web transcript; please include it within the CV document)
- A cover letter (500 words maximum) outlining previous experience(s) in youth climate or sustainability movements
- IISD Voluntary Self-Identification Questionnaire (optional; right click to download)
Only those candidates we wish to interview will be contacted. Resumes will be kept on file for 1 year.
IISD is committed to fostering a more equitable and sustainable world and welcomes candidates who uphold our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In addition, to correct the conditions of social injustice and disadvantage in employment around the world, we encourage candidates from historically marginalized groups, including women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, and those who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQIA+, to apply for this position. We offer reasonable accommodations in our recruitment process and seek applicants’ advice on how best to accommodate their needs. Please self-identify and answer our employment equity questionnaire on our applicant tracking system when you apply.
IISD does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, colour, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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