Summer Camp Science Demonstrators

Science North

Summer Camp Science Demonstrators
North Bay/Sault Ste. Marie/Sudbury
$15/hr

Are you looking for summer employment? Would you like to do something very neat and interesting? How does delivering hands-on science experiences sound? Do you enjoy working with children and want to gain valuable skills while working for a world-renowned science centre? If so, join the Science North team, Northern Ontario’s science centre and most popular tourist attraction. Become part of our amazing family and make friendships that will last a lifetime! You don’t need to have a science background – just love doing cool things and learning.

Camp Science Demonstrators deliver quality, safe, fun, and entertaining science camp experiences to children (aged 4-14) across Northeastern Ontario from late spring to late August. Camp Staff can develop their communication and presentation skills with both adults and children, child management skills, organizational skills, and time management skills.

Interested candidates must have an interest in learning, experience working with children, presentation skills and outstanding communication abilities. Some positions may require fluency in both English and French. Travel may be required (accommodations, weekly travel bonus and a meal per diem covered by Science North). Positions are based in a variety of cities including Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, or North Bay.

Successful candidates must be prepared to submit a current (less than 3 months old at date of submission) Police Records Check. Valid G class driver’s license is considered an asset.

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is a registered charity.
Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

Senior Manager, Contracts & Risk

Science North

Senior Manager, Contracts & Risk

Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment, enjoy working with people and are passionate about sharing your knowledge? Science North is a place where all these things come together. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Manager, Contracts & Risk to join our team.
Collaborating with Managers across the organization, this individual will lead a small team responsible for ensuring the efficient and fair procurement of goods and services while also managing the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management framework. The incumbent will provide expertise in strategic sourcing and vendor management. This individual is driven by deliberate and dedicated communication and consultation, utilizing a common approach and application across the organization. This approach is tailored to the organization’s external and internal context to ensure that risk assessment, evaluation and reporting requirements are fully supported.

Position Highlights:
• Lead the development of tender/proposal call documents to acquire a broad range of goods and services using a competitive process.
• Ensure a fair and open process when requesting, receiving and evaluating quotations, proposals and tenders.
• Analyze tender/proposal submissions against established criteria and recommend contract award and/or review the evaluation process and scoring of offers to ensure compliance against established criteria.
• Assist in contract development for all external sales businesses and contract negotiations and/or modifications to contract terms to mitigate risks.
• Manage the ‘procure to pay’ process identifying areas requiring new systems or improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Develop related tools to streamline procurement and contracting processes.
• Oversee a system of integrated Enterprise Risk Management, informing key decision makers.
• Assist business stakeholders in identifying and responding effectively to priority enterprise risks using quantitative and qualitative risk analysis.
• Drive the development of key risk indicators, establish risk tolerances and report on results using a balanced scorecard approach.

You Bring:
• A minimum five years’ experience in risk/procurement and contract management, ideally in the Ontario public sector
• An understanding of contract law and related legislation along with a working knowledge of the provincial Procurement Directives and the Enterprise Risk Management Directive
• University degree in a related field
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, along with superior problem solving, organization/time management and negotiation skills
• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and/or other relevant professional designation would be an asset

Compensation Highlights:
• Competitive salary package ($64,400-107,300 commensurate with experience)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Annual performance and merit increase consideration
• Participation in the Science North Employee Incentive Plan
• Comprehensive group benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life/travel insurance, short and long term disability coverage
• Pension plan
• Free or discounted admission to partner attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution
• Professional development opportunities
• Minimum 4 weeks’ vacation

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for success. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is a registered charity.
Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

Senior Manager, Learning & Organizational Development (LOD)

Science North

Senior Manager, Learning & Organizational Development (LOD)
Are you interested in joining Canada’s second largest Science Centre where being an awesome organizational culture isn’t just lip service, but actually written into our strategic DNA planning? Science North’s Organizational Development Unit is currently seeking a Senior Manager, Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) to help lead and champion our Human Resources, Leadership and Development Strategies across Science North.
If you thrive in a dynamic and fast paced environment, enjoy working with people and are passionate about making a lasting impact across the organization, then we want to hear from you! The successful candidate will have at least 5-7 years’ senior level Human Resources management experience.
Position highlights:
• Reporting to the Director, Organizational Development, maintains oversight of the full spectrum of day to day human resources functions across the organization, including assisting with day to day operational requirements, risks, opportunities and ensuring compliance with all legislated requirements.
• Provides strategic leadership for delivering upon the organization’s Learning and Development strategies for all Science North leaders/managers and staff.
• Supports a culture of continuous learning throughout the organization by establishing effective internal partnerships, implementing best practice approaches and toward developing user friendly, practical learning systems, approaches and tools.
• Oversees and manages the design, integration and implementation of organization-wide programs that include, but are not limited to competencies, onboarding and orientation, performance management, employee development, leadership development and succession planning.
• Acts in a consultative capacity to assist in coaching managers and supervisors on specific challenges as well as toward building effective teams.
• In conjunction with the Director, Organizational Development develops learning systems that effectively harness and enable learning across the organization.
• Ensures all aspects of Science North’s Learning and Development strategy incorporates and strengthens our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree along with 5-7 years of senior professional HR / Learning / Organizational Development experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience leading full spectrum of HR generalist functions.
• Demonstrated experience in assessing, designing, implementing, delivering and managing training and employee development programs required.
• Experience in strategy development and program implementation required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to develop creative solutions that address organization needs and support the culture and environment.
• Ability to interact with and influence leaders at all levels.
• Excellent facilitation and written/oral communication skills.
• Broad experience/knowledge of Leadership Development best practices with experience involving the design and development of learning programs.

Compensation:
• Permanent full-time opportunity with salary range of $64,400 to $85,000 per year
• Annual performance and merit increase consideration
• Participation in the Science North Employee Incentive Plan
• Comprehensive group benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life/travel insurance, short and long term disability coverage
• Pension plan following one year (or continuation of TPP)
• Free or discounted admission to partner attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution
• Professional development opportunities
• Minimum 4 weeks’ vacation

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for success. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is a registered charity
and is an agency of the Government of Ontario

Senior Manager, Marketing

Science North

Senior Manager, Marketing

Do you have a passion for imaginative communication strategies? Do you love to work with creative teams to develop impactful and effective marketing campaigns? Are you inspired by innovative digital approaches? Are you looking for a new challenge where no two days are the same? If you are looking for an exciting organization to showcase your marketing expertise, look no further!

We’re hiring a Senior Manager of Marketing who will support Science North in achieving its mission by leading the strategic direction of marketing and communications for the organization.

As Senior Manager, Marketing you will…

Set and lead the strategic direction of marketing and communications
• lead the development and implementation of marketing plans and strategies that will safeguard and leverage Science North’s brand and key messages conveying brand identity
• build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and industry partners
• identify and pursue growth opportunities to expand existing or reach new markets
• lead research and implementation for new marketing and advertising mediums to counterbalance media fragmentation
• lead research, design and implementation of measurement tools to evaluate marketing effectiveness & analyze consumer demographics

Manage the day to day operations of the unit
• recruit, select, train, coach and manage staff performance and growth
• effectively deploy marketing resources; direct, oversee and co-ordinate the efforts of marketing, graphic design and web teams
• plan, administer and control budgets

Drive revenue and attendance for all Science North attractions and programs
• lead and oversee the development, implementation and delivery of Science North’s Digital Strategy, marketing plans, activities and new initiatives to drive business results
• lead development of new advertising mediums and new co-operative opportunities and direct all media advertising planning and buying
• effectively manage the marketing, advertising and promotional activities of the organization
• lead internal team members to execute all communication and public relations activities
• oversee writing of press releases and all copy for marketing materials
• ensure website is a key marketing driver by overseeing content & design
• effectively utilize and implement social media and similar vehicles as marketing tools
• direct the marketing initiatives/plans for Science North’s presence in the North and support the Thunder Bay base in its outreach efforts
• oversee and implement media previews and events to generate editorials
• manage the partnership in the Sudbury Tourism initiative of the City of Greater Sudbury
• lead development of marketing and communication tools for external sales products for use by external sales clients
• work with external creative agencies and internal team to develop marketing and communications materials for travelling exhibits’ clients
• participate and contribute to the Senior Leadership team providing advice, direction and guidance to the organization.

This exciting role requires someone with…
• demonstrated experience in a senior leadership marketing role
• a proven track record in developing and executing strategic marketing
• experience in successfully managing a team of professionals
• superior writing, editing and proofreading skills
• experience with media relations
• demonstrated experience in leading and implementing a digital strategy
• a degree or diploma in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or a marketing related field
• equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in the public or non- profit sector
• Science North services clients in both English and French. Ideally, the successful candidate will be fluent in both languages, however overall related experience and qualifications will be the primary consideration in assessing candidates.

Compensation details…
• Salary starting at $64,400 -$107,300 per year
• Annual performance and merit increase consideration
• Participation in the Science North Employee Incentive Plan
• Comprehensive group benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life/travel insurance, short and long term disability coverage, telemedicine, EAP
• Pension plan following one year
• Free or discounted admission to partner attractions outside Sudbury, Science North facilities and program discounts, fitness membership contribution
• Professional development opportunities
• 4 weeks’ vacation

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for success. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Science North is a registered charity
and is an agency of the Government of Ontario

Science Communicator – Camps

Science North

Science Communicator – Camps
$17.36-$19.67/hr

Are you seeking summer employment?

Join the Science North team, Northern Ontario’s science centre and most popular tourist attraction! Help us deliver fun, educational experiences to a variety of audiences at numerous venues throughout Ontario from late May to late August.

What’s in it for you?
• Whether you’re returning to school in the fall or pursuing a career – a position at Science North will help you gain valuable, transferable skills and a reference from a world renowned science centre.
What kind of skills?
• Presentation skills, child management skills, organizational skills, time management skills… to name a few.
• Massive exposure to a wide range of audiences; including children aged 4 to 14.
• Opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors… don’t stay locked inside this summer!
• Learn and deliver awesome science experiences!
• Become a part of the Science North family and make friendships that will last a lifetime!

We are currently recruiting for Science Communicators for our Summer Camp Programs in Northern Ontario. The successful candidate(s) will lead a staff team in the delivery of high quality science experiences for children. The position(s) will primarily be based in the following communities Kenora, Thunder Bay, North Bay, Sudbury, and Sault Ste. Marie with travel and delivery in various other communities around Northern Ontario.

Responsibilities include: coordinating all program requirements, working with a diverse group of children, communicating with parents, supervising a staff team and resolving program challenges. The successful candidate(s) will have excellent supervisory skills, demonstrated experience working with children and ideally be a resident of the respective city of program delivery. The position also requires a current (less than 3 months) criminal background check, a valid driver’s license reflecting a 3 year safe driving record and current First Aid certification. Fluency in English and French is required for some positions. This is a contract position ranging from late May to end of August 2022, with variable hours.

Think it sounds interesting but want more information? Reach out to us at [email protected]

Apply online at http://sciencenorth.ca/careers. An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science North’s selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Science North is a registered charity.
Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

Shipping and Receiving

Workforce Inc.

Shipping and Receiving needed ASAP!

Our client based in Sudbury is currently seeking a Shipping and Receiving worker to perform duties involving food products (raw, frozen, and cooked).

This is a temporary to permanent opportunity and our client offers full training, competitive salary with benefits, and potential for advancement to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities:

Build and palletize orders for customers
Ensure weigh bills and labels are correct
Organize stock in warehouse, coolers, and freezers
Determine method of shipment and arrange shipping, prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents manually or by computer
Assemble containers, pallets, record connects, pack goods to be shipped, and affix identifying information
Perform loading and off-loading functions of trailers and/or warehouse transfers
Ensure loading of quality finished product with no visible non-conformities for all customers, inspect incoming goods against invoices and record shortages, and reject damaged goods
Perform physical counts of inventory as directed and maintain accurate inventory records and report all discrepancies
Operate forklift, hand truck, or other equipment to load, unload transport and store goods
Maintain and use work boots and other basic PPE
Other duties as assigned

Experience/Skills/Attributes:

Experience in shipping/receiving is an asset
Valid D driver’s license preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Work boots and other basic PPE are
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Follow all required safety procedures

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary: $19.00 per hour

Shipping and Receiving

Workforce Inc.

Shipping and Receiving needed ASAP!

Our client based in Sudbury is currently seeking a Shipping and Receiving worker to perform duties involving food products (raw, frozen, and cooked).

This is a temporary to permanent opportunity and our client offers full training, competitive salary with benefits, and potential for advancement to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities:

Build and palletize orders for customers
Ensure weigh bills and labels are correct
Organize stock in warehouse, coolers, and freezers
Determine method of shipment and arrange shipping, prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents manually or by computer
Assemble containers, pallets, record connects, pack goods to be shipped, and affix identifying information
Perform loading and off-loading functions of trailers and/or warehouse transfers
Ensure loading of quality finished product with no visible non-conformities for all customers, inspect incoming goods against invoices and record shortages, and reject damaged goods
Perform physical counts of inventory as directed and maintain accurate inventory records and report all discrepancies
Operate forklift, hand truck, or other equipment to load, unload transport, and store goods
Maintain and use work boots and other basic PPE
Other duties as assigned

Experience/Skills/Attributes:

Experience in shipping/receiving is an asset
Valid D driver’s license preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Work boots and other basic PPE are
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Follow all required safety procedures

Schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected will be contacted.

Philanthropy & Donor Engagement Manager

United Way Centraide North East Ontario/Nord-est de l’Ontario

Employment Opportunity – Philanthropy & Donor Engagement Manager

United Way Centraide North East Ontario (UWCNEO) is currently seeking a Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Manager to join our dynamic team of do-gooders. UWCNEO is poised for growth over the next three to five years. The Philanthropy & Donor Engagement Manager will bring an entrepreneurial spirit to the team and will have the opportunity to build a sophisticated donor engagement program.

Working from the Sudbury office, and reporting to the Executive Director, the Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Manager will develop and support strong external relationships with key organizations and individuals including donors, volunteers, labour organizations and community representatives.

The Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Manager is responsible for increasing resources through the development and delivery of fundraising activities including a robust annual giving campaign, stewarding of monthly, major gift and legacy donors, and developing new revenue opportunities while strengthening the bond between the donor and UWCNEO.

Key Responsibilities will include:

Cultivate relationships, solicit gifts, and provide excellent stewardship to donors
Develop and implement an annual giving campaign that will include special and third-party events, acquisition and renewal activities, bequests, and others.
Engage donors through Everyday Hero, Leaders of the Way and Always United affinity groups
Support the work of the Campaign Cabinet, empowering them to be active partners in fundraising activities
Work closely with the Executive Director to identify and cultivate or steward top gift prospects and donors
Document activities in CRM database as it pertains to donors for the purposes of moves management, donations management, donor recognition, and acknowledgement programs
In coordination with other team members, construct, articulate, and implement the annual Revenue Development Plan

Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with staff, prospects, donors, and volunteers
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and to creatively solve problems
Ability to speak effectively and persuasively and to make presentations to individuals and organizations
Ability to work independently. At the same time, ability to work effectively on teams with both internal and external partners and volunteers
Understanding, appreciation, and knowledge of the prospect/donor cycle: identification, engagement, cultivation, involvement, solicitation, and stewardship
Understanding and commitment to the mission, vision, and programs of UWCNEO
Meticulous attention to detail
Able to work a flexible work schedule as required including the occasional evening or weekend

Educational/Experience Requirements:

University or college degree or related experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, project management or communications
Experience in face-to-face solicitations
Strong computer skills and experience working with databases
Bilingualism (French/English) will be considered an asset
CFRE designation will be considered an asset
Valid driver’s license, regular access to a reliable vehicle and ability and willingness to travel

About UWCNEO:

For almost four decades, United Way Centraide North East Ontario/Nord-est de l’Ontario has been a part of the social fabric that connects and mobilizes our community. Our strength is bringing people together and improving community conditions. Our efforts span the entire North East District of Ontario as we address complex issues, raise funds to invest in the most impactful programs, and advocate for our most vulnerable citizens.

What we offer: Competitive salary, excellent benefits plan, participation in CAAT Pension Plan, and vacation allowance.

Location: Sudbury Ontario
Application deadline: until filled

Email applications and cover letters to: [email protected]

Although we thank each applicant for their interest, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.