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robbie_dee
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posted 07 October 2005 12:25 PM      Profile for robbie_dee     Send New Private Message      Edit/Delete Post  Reply With Quote 
I know very little about this organization, but I got the job posting in my email through a progressive listserv I participate in and I thought I would post it here. Anyone who is more familiar with the organization should feel welcome to post additional info.

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JOB POSTING

Resource Development and Administrative Coordinator
MiningWatch Canada

Do you want to be an integral part of a dynamic and creative coalition working for social justice, human rights and the environment?

MiningWatch Canada is a coalition of twenty organizations that works to support communities affected by mining, to do research about issues pertaining to mining, environment and health, and to advocate for responsible mining practices. Our mandate extends to mining in Canada and by Canadian mining companies operating internationally. We were established in 1999 by environmental, social justice, Aboriginal and labour organizations. More information about us is available at www.miningwatch.ca.

MiningWatch Canada has a small staff team with a shared management model with no clerical or secretarial support. Many of these tasks are shared equally by all staff.

Responsibilities:

The Coordinator is responsible for resource development and the financial affairs of the organization, including:

* Working with the staff team to develop a financial plan for the organization that will support the strategic plan and that is adaptable to available resources and potentially available resources;

* Researching potential funding sources and coordinating the development of relations with new donors

* Coordinating the development of funding proposals to existing and potential institutional donors (foundations, NGOs, etc.);

* Implementing a bi-annual donor/direct-mail appeal, issuing receipts/letters of acknowledgement, building the donor base, determining the appropriate software for managing the donor base

* Developing and monitoring the Annual Budget for MWC and its sister organizations:

the Canary Research Institute for Mining, Health and Environment(a registered charity in Canada, www.canaryinstitute.ca)and MiningWatch US (a registered charity in the United States)

* Ensuring that contract obligations are met, including results and financial reporting, government reporting;

* Working with our accountant to prepare financial statements for the Board of Directors, for staff meetings, for funders and for others (as required), and to prepare for the Annual Audit.

The Coordinator is also responsible for administrative coordination including:

* Human resources administration, insurance agreements, government deductions, WSIB, ensuring that Job Descriptions are up-to-date, etc. (Payroll is contracted out)

* Leases and insurance (premises, and directors)

* Ensuring maintenance of equipment & supplies.

* Organizing Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting

* Working with other staff on conferences, workshops.

Requirements:

* Demonstrated commitment to/interest in social justice, human and environmental rights, aboriginal and labour issues; agreement with the mandate and philosophy of MiningWatch Canada;

* Relevant post-secondary education;

* Three to five years work experience, preferably with a non-governmental organization;

* Demonstrated experience in building relations with funding agencies and writing successful grant proposals;

* Proven administrative and financial management skills, preferably from experience working in the non-profit sector;

* Good knowledge of the appropriate computer programs- including excel, raiser's edge, and ;

* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team;

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Starting Date: December 1, 2005

Conditions of Employment: 3/4 time - $37,500 for 30 hours a week. We provide a generous benefits package.

Deadline for Applications: October 24, 2005


TO APPLY:

Mail or email your resume and covering letter to:

MiningWatch Canada
Suite 508, 250 City Centre Ave.
Ottawa, ON K1R 6K7
Email: joan(at)miningwatch.ca

In your covering letter, please describe how your skills, experience and interests and contribute to meeting our mandate.

[ 07 October 2005: Message edited by: robbie_dee ]


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