PROJECT LEADER IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Job Description

TITLE: PROJECT LEADER IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

SUMMARY:

Under the responsibility of the Executive Vice President and Head of the Sustainable Development Department, the Project Manager aligns the actions resulting from the sustainable development strategy, carries out mandates aimed at the deployment of structuring projects associated with the adoption of eco responsible business practices and clean technologies. He organizes the exchange of points of view, the emergence of ideas and the production of documents, leading to an action program that implements sustainable development in a concrete manner in the communities and territories involved.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Guides the various stakeholders in the sustainable development strategy.
• Coordinates with the departments, the implementation of structuring projects in his sector.
• Manages several types of large-scale projects.
• Ensures that each stage of the projects under his responsibility (diagnosis, consultation, activities) is carried out correctly and in accordance with the objectives, deadlines, and budget.
• Mobilizes resources and sees to the coordination and follow-up of mandates.
• Develops awareness sessions on sustainable development and a communication plan towards the partners and the inhabitants of the territories involved. He is a central link in changing behaviours and habits in terms of consumption, transportation, production, etc.
• Collects, compiles, analyzes, and presents the necessary data to the managers and partners.
• Monitors progress and results of projects.
• Keeps abreast of sustainability guidelines, best practices, and innovative initiatives.
• Leads meetings and working groups.
• Organizes and facilitates engagement and outreach activities.
• Writes and prepares grant applications, monitoring reports, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reports required for accountability and other purposes.
• Conducts strategic intelligence in the field of the circular economy.
• Develops various programs, processes, and tools according to the growth and needs of the organization.
• Directs the realization of mandates assigned to external agencies.
• Supports the teams in the application of sustainability requirements.
• Ensures knowledge of regulations and best practices in the industry to respond effectively to internal and external client requests.
• Represents the organization, or delegates representatives, to act on behalf of the organization at official functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in sustainable development or any other relevant combination of studies.
• Experience in project management and business coaching.
• Knowledge and mastery of ESG (environmental, social and governance) principles.
• Knowledge of circular economy or eco-counseling (an asset).
• Good computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• Valide drivers License.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work as a team with other departments.
• Organizational skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Creative, adaptable, and open to change.
• Good oral and written communication skills and comfortable with reporting.
• Proactive, thinks outside the box and is autonomous, resourceful with a good sense of initiative

BENEFITS:

• Work location : Teleworking.
• Required to travel to project sites and host communities.
• Flexibility – 5/2 Schedule or 5/2 – 4/3 Schedule.
• Annual bonus.
• Group insurance and very competitive pension plan.
• 8 floating vacations to use each year as you see fit.
• Professional development, training, and advancement opportunities.
• A warm and dynamic team waiting for you!

Does this position appeal to you? Are you looking for new challenges? Apply now at https://www.sayona.ca/carriere/. Looking forward to meeting you!! 

It should be noted that the masculine gender was used in the job description to lighten the text. Regardless of your gender, your application will be treated with integrity and professionalism.

Sayona thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.