Provincial Sustainability Assistant (Part-time, Remote)

Position Overview

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct research on environmental and sustainability issues affecting the province and its ministries.
• Participate in the Laudato Si' Action Platform Committee and help advance the province's sustainability initiatives.
• Create, publish, and manage the Sustainability & Stewardship and Socially Responsible Investment newsletters.
• Administer and promote the Felician Sisters of North America’s Fill It Forward Program, inspiring participants to replace single-use plastic water bottles with refillable bottles through educational campaigns, challenges, and incentives. The program supports the province's commitment to environmental stewardship by reducing plastic waste, lowering carbon emissions from plastic production, minimizing microplastic pollution, and tracking individual and organizational participation and impact.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with corporate partners to support shared environmental advocacy initiatives.
• Serve alongside the Provincial Sustainability Coordinator as a member of the Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility (ICCR), participating in corporate engagement efforts and attending conferences.
• Participate with the Provincial Sustainability Coordinator in SHARE (Shareholder Association for Research and Education) Canada initiatives.
• Collaborate with other ministry partners on environmental initiatives.
• Assist in developing systems and processes that measure the effectiveness of sustainability programs and initiatives.
• Deliver presentations, facilitate meetings, and represent the Felician Sisters at conferences, webinars, and educational events.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through webinars, educational opportunities, and sustainability training.
• Attend Felician Services Mission Leader Forums and other organizational meetings as requested.
• Administrative and clerical tasks.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Approximately 15–20% travel throughout the United States and Canada.
• Attendance at ICCR conferences twice annually.
• Occasional evening committee meetings and events (via Zoom).
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel by air.
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one required.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Part-time position averaging approximately 20–29 hours per week.
• Flexible daytime schedule with occasional evening meetings.
• This position may transition to full-time in the future based on organizational needs.

Education

Experience

Knowledge

Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse organizations and stakeholders.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Publisher, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated professionalism, humility, and a collaborative approach. Candidates who demonstrate curiosity, sincerity, and a willingness to learn will thrive in this role.

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