Focus on Nature
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Overview
Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate for this position will manage all aspects of our educational programs in Hamilton, Niagara, Dufferin-Peel, Halton, Guelph-Wellington, Waterloo, and Toronto Regions, plus new regions as they develop. Currently our programs include school-based workshops and day camps in nature photography.
Guided by the Vision, Mission and Values of Focus on Nature, the Operational Manager will maintain and enhance the reputation for excellence and trustworthiness that Focus on Nature has built in the communities it serves.
The Responsibilities
· Oversee the team that delivers Focus on Nature workshop and camp programs, leading with passion, integrity and a focus on execution.
· Hands on management within a lean team that may include auditing workshops, training new team members and stepping in to support on site programs when required.
· Work closely with the Executive Director to ensure a robust feedback loop on program delivery challenges, successes and improvements.
· Participate in recruiting, interviewing and developing team members.
· Maintain equipment and supplies for program delivery.
· Provide effective and prompt communications with the Focus on Nature program stakeholders such as school board staff, principals, teachers, parents, volunteers and community groups.
· Maintain and update online documents, calendars, forms and databases on Google Drive, and other digital platforms. Support various marketing and program expansion initiatives.
· Collaborate with Focus on Nature Board Committees as needed.
· Organize, facilitate and attend special events such as Photo Exhibits and Fundraisers.
The Qualifications
· University or college degree in related field, or equivalent experience desired.
· Experience working with school-age children in educational environments.
· Experience conducting workshops, presentations, or seminars in various settings.
· Interest and experience in photography, art, or nature studies preferred.
· Demonstrated leadership skills acquired through experience managing, motivating, training and leading staff.
· A working knowledge of Google Workspace and strong computer skills with experience using products and services such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and Zoom or similar.
· Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of stakeholders on a variety of issues.
· The successful candidate must obtain a satisfactory Police Records Check for Vulnerable Sector.
· Reliable mode of transportation (private vehicle) required and valid Ontario driver’s license.
· Ability to transfer equipment to various program sites (schools and camps).
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Standard hours with some weekend or evening work occasionally required.
Work Location: Majority of the time spent on client work sites (schools), balance completed remotely. Candidates must reside within Focus on Nature’s area of operation.
Expected start date: As soon as possible
Compensation
Annual Salary $42,000 to $45,000
- Hybrid remote and on site work environment
- Paid time off
How to Apply
Qualified applicants are invited to apply directly to [email protected] and should include a cover letter along with a current resume. Please reference the role you are applying for in the cover letter.
Focus on Nature is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.
Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment.
We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
About Focus on Nature
Focus on Nature (FoN) is a small to medium size not for profit organization based in southern Ontario. FoN provides digital photography workshops for children through schools and camps. We focus on teaching visual literacy and environmental science through appreciation of the natural world. The organization was founded in Guelph, Ontario as a grassroots program and has since expanded across several school boards in southernOntario. FoN now provides thousands of children with an immersive, outdoor learning experience each year.
FoN has an active Board of Directors with representatives from a variety of backgrounds and locales across southern Ontario. As a working Board, members participate on various committees including program planning, marketing, finance and human resources along with special ad hoc committees as required, as well as holding traditional Board governance responsibility. Members come from a variety of backgrounds and meet once a month for full Board of Directors meetings, in addition to the aforementioned working committees.
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