Senior Program Officer, Climate Engagement Canada (CEC)

About this position

Title:         Senior Program Officer, Climate Engagement Canada (CEC)

Status:     Full time, permanent, (Unionized)

Location: Toronto, or Vancouver Canada (hybrid work arrangements)

Salary:     $80,729 per annum with annual increases as per our collective bargaining agreement

MAKE AN IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE

In this role, you will:

1. Be at the heart of a Canada-focused, investor-led initiative that drives dialogue between finance and industry to promote a just transition to a net zero economy.
2. You will support strategies to create transformative change in Canadian capital markets and support SHARE’s mission to build a sustainable, inclusive and productive economy;
3. You will use your advocacy prowess to drive change and support collaborative initiatives with allied investors and advance good stewardship practices.
4. Contribute to a just transition to a net-zero economy within a high-impact, mission-driven organization.

ABOUT SHARE

SHARE is an award-winning Canadian non-profit in the responsible investment field. SHARE is dedicated to mobilizing investor leadership to build a sustainable, inclusive, and productive economy. We combine a deep passion for real change with sound strategy, analysis and skills. Our team leads shareholder engagement, education and training, policy advocacy, and practical research with a growing network of values-driven investors who are driving meaningful changes within global businesses, governments and regulators. SHARE is the only non-profit, unionized, living-wage-certified shareholder advocacy organization in Canada.

GOOD WORK:

At SHARE, you will:

• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment, with a team of values-driven professionals;
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Employer-paid pharmaceutical, dental, optical, paramedical health benefits, and basic life insurance;
  • An annual fitness allowance;
  • An annual professional development allowance and employer-paid education days.
  • Financial support to set up a home-office workspace;
• Generous time off provisions, including 3 weeks vacation, an office closure from December 24-January 2, and flex days;
• A hybrid in-office/work-from-home environment, offering the flexibility to work from home and the benefits of having office space with colleagues; If you are an Indigenous job seeker, this job may be open to remote work within Canada.  
• Retirement security with employer-matched contributions to a defined benefit pension plan through DbPlus;
• The protection of union representation and a collective agreement with the United Steelworkers.

THE OPPORTUNITY: SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER, CLIMATE ENGAGEMENT CANADA:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Advocacy, Climate and working collaboratively across programs, the Senior Program Officer Climate Engagement Canada (CEC) supports the planning, coordination, and communication of collaborative climate research projects that inform investor engagement on climate change. The position involves preparing clear and actionable materials—such as briefs, newsletters, and reports—to help stakeholders understand and act on key climate findings. The position also contributes to team learning, project management, and relationship-building with research partners and external collaborators. The Senior Program Officer will support the CEC participants’ efforts to advance a collaborative engagement agenda to accelerate Canada’s net zero transition.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

You will be a pivotal contributor to SHARE’s industry-leading climate engagement program. Some of your primary responsibilities will include:

• Plan and support facilitation of regular meetings of CEC participants to discuss research and educate participants;
• Contribute to drafting decision-useful briefs that help investors understand research findings and take action on climate change;
• Draft regular CEC e-newsletters and other communications that engage and involve network participants in research findings;
• Plan and support facilitation of meetings with new and existing research partners and CEC secretariat to take annual research projects from start to publication each year;
• Prepare slide decks, memos, briefing notes, and program reports for CEC leadership teams;
• Support development and implementation of rigorous project management strategies to deliver research reports, web content and findings with external partners;
• Contribute to the development of team learning, systems and culture to support a dynamic and growing program;
• Where appropriate, maintain relationships with and monitor developments from research partners, relevant stakeholder groups, and experts in relevant fields;
• Draft and maintain correspondence with researchers, companies, data collection, and distribution of research results;  
• Provide administrative support relating to the coordination of collaborative research, and assisting with communications amongst SHARE’s partner organizations;
• Monitor and analyze responsible investment trends and issues for future action;
• Keep up to date on current issues and critical developments in subjects central to CEC’s engagement plans and relevant ESG issues;
• Monitor and research climate research developments relevant to publicly-traded companies and analyze for potential dovetailing opportunities with CEC;
• Maintain electronic records and files using established processes, or help create processes for new activities; 
• Work collaboratively with SHARE’s research team to support new and emerging research and engagement objectives; 
• Contribute to development of shared knowledge across the SHARE team;
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM: 

• Strong project management skills across multiple teams and tight deliverable timelines
• Strategic thinking; common sense; political acuity, discretion and tact;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills – you can think on your feet and make persuasive arguments;
• Ability to synthesize complex issues and problems;
• Working knowledge of related to climate issues is required, including familiarity with common reporting frameworks & standards used in responsible investment analysis,
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to set priorities and balance competing deadlines and pressures in a complex and fast-paced environment;
• Excellent record-keeping and organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently on a variety of tasks and contribute as part of a team, including cross-team accountabilities;
• Proficiency with cloud-based collaboration tools, Monday.com, Salesforce Microsoft Suite, and database tools is an asset.
• A flexible, positive and responsive attitude, and a team-oriented approach to change-making;
• Working knowledge related to key environmental, social and governance issues is required, including familiarity with common reporting frameworks & standards used in responsible investment analysis.

AT A MINIMUM, YOU HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of three to five years experience in a related role leading cross team project management;
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience related to climate change, law, human rights, or corporate social responsibility;
• Strong, demonstrated experience working on action-oriented research and corporate engagement in support of impactful issues campaigns;
• Knowledge of business, investment, and/or financial markets in Canada and internationally; 
• Understanding of proper thematic priorities, including internationally recognized standards related to climate change and at least one of: decent work, human rights due diligence; equity and inclusion; Indigenous rights & reconciliation in the Canadian context; corporate governance;
• Fluency in written and verbal English is required. Fluency in French is a strong asset. 

SOME OTHER THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT WORKING AT SHARE:

• SHARE offers a comprehensive benefits package, employer-matched contribution to a defined benefit pension plan through DbPlus, support for professional development, and an annual fitness benefit;
• Terms and conditions of employment are set in accordance with the SHARE-USW Collective agreement;
• SHARE employees must be eligible to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the Federal Immigration Act. Eligibility to work in Canada is granted through citizenship, permanent resident status, or a work permit;
• Full vaccination against the Covid-19 virus is required of all SHARE employees;
• Occasional overnight and international travel may be required;
• SHARE operates with a hybrid office policy. 

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY:

• SHARE’s Vancouver office is located on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

• SHARE’s Toronto office is located in the territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee and Wendat peoples.

• SHARE strives to embody its values of fairness, inclusion and justice in its hiring and employment practices and has a strong commitment to employment equity. SHARE’s commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous people is set out in our Commitment.

• SHARE seeks qualified candidates who share our mission and vision. We particularly welcome applications from Indigenous people, women and gender-diverse people, persons with disabilities, Black people and people of colour and LGBTQ+ candidates. If you are an Indigenous job seeker, this job position may be open to remote work within Canada.

• SHARE will provide reasonable disability-related accommodations to job applicants on request.  

HOW TO APPLY:

Please click on the link below and follow the instructions to submit your Cover Letter and Resume.

Deadline to apply is Monday, August 4th, 2025 at 5pm PST

No phone or email inquiries please. We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted