Are you passionate about making an impact?
Are you interested in joining a global network of change makers?
Are you determined to tackle the biggest challenges of our time?
SDSN Canada is currently looking for a young leader with experience in project management, community mobilization and/or stakeholder engagement, to lead and coordinate all its SDSN Youth activities in the Waterloo Region and throughout Canada.
The Youth Network Coordinator is the official representative of SDSN Youth for Canada. They oversee and coordinate local SDSN Youth activities and help to push the mandate as set by SDSN Canada to students across the country. The Coordinator will develop and implement a network strategy focused on youth engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including the expansion of SDSN Youth’s membership and enabling local SDG hubs to make an impact in their communities. The Coordinator will also be responsible for overseeing the success of SDG Campus Coordinators across SDSN member campuses, primarily through a coaching role.
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Position Title |
Youth Network Coordinator - SDSN Canada |
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Position Description & Application |
University of Waterloo Human Resources |
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Term (Part-Time) |
10 hours/week May 1, 2019 – April 30, 2020 |
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Compensation |
$20.92-$26.15 per hour |
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Minimum Requirement |
A current University of Waterloo student (Undergraduate or Masters) with a minimum of 12 months remaining of study |
Benefits About Joining the Network
- Be at the forefront of efforts taken by the United Nations, governments, companies and civil society in developing and leading a global movement for sustainable development.
- Develop your skillset to help overcome global challenges and meaningfully contribute to the achievement of the SDGs in communities in Canada.
- Build professional and personal relationships with high-level stakeholders in civil society, business, government and the United Nations.
- Work with a diverse and exceptional group of individuals with a variety of cultural, religious and political backgrounds, committed to sustainable development. Through SDSN Youth you will also engage with more than 140 other young people from more than 30 different countries.
- Opportunities to participate in leading national and international SDG gatherings.
