Position: Office Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Terms: Full time; Competitive compensation plus benefits, based on experience
Deadline for application: July 30, 2008

LEAF is seeking an Office Coordinator and Executive Assistant. The ideal candidate possesses superior administrative skills, thrives in a team environment and
gains satisfaction from ensuring behind the scene detailsare carried out efficiently and effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED

* University degree in administration, environmental studies or related field preferred
* Proven success in an administrative role
* Minimum three years work experience
* Attention to detail and superior organization skills
* Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding customer service
* Ability to determine priorities, adhere to deadlines and multi-task
* Experience working with environmental not-for-profits
* Passion for the environment
* Demonstrated initiative, creativity and drive to succeed
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Proficiency with Access database management
* Experience with CRM systems a definite asset
* Skills and experience in the fields of arboriculture and/or urban forestry an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES

Office Coordination
* Performing all administrative support needed for the Backyard Tree Planting Program
* Handling all telephone and email communications with clients
* Booking appointments and managing field staff schedules
* Performing data entry and ensuring quality control
* Providing general administrative support to BYTP Manager and field staff
* Training and supervising office volunteers
* Answering all general inquiries
* Making referrals to other services and programs

Executive Assistant
* Providing support to the Executive Director in areas of administration, donations, IT equipment, program
development, board development and fundraising
* Assisting with event planning and implementation as needed
* Assisting with administration of other program areas as needed

Please submit your CV and covering letter to:

Janet McKay
Executive Director
Email: janet (at) leaftoronto.org
Please include "Office Coordinator" in subject line. No phone calls please.

Thank you to all who take the time to apply. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. LEAF is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Position: Program Manager, Residential Tree Planting
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Terms: Full time; Competitive compensation plus benefits, based on experience

Deadline for application: August 17, 2008

LEAF is seeking a Program Manager to oversee our Residential Tree Planting Program. Social enterprise is at the heart of what we do. The successful candidate will be a creative, business-minded leader that delivers quality service, generates program revenues and constantly strives to improve the program.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED

* Graduate degree in business management, project management, environmental studies or related field preferred
* Skills and experience in the fields of arboriculture and/or urban forestry a definite asset
* Proven success in a leadership role
* Minimum five years experience in program management, including hiring and supervising staff
* Proven success at project development and proposal writing
* Experience with CRM systems a definite asset
* Experience working with environmental not-for-profits
* Passion for the environment
* Demonstrated initiative, creativity and drive to succeed
* Attention to detail and superior organization skills
* Ability to determine priorities, adhere to deadlines and multi-task
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Social enterprise experience an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development
*Strategic planning
*New business and partnership development
*Funding proposal research and writing

Program Management
* Ensuring quality service and success of plantings
* Creating and implementing yearly operational plans
for all BYTP activities
* Managing all field and office operations of the BYTP (Toronto and York Region)
* Researching and implementing improved IT technologies
* Ongoing cost/benefit analysis of program activities
* Hiring, supervising and evaluating staff
* Regular support/guidance for staff
* Providing training and supervision for staff and volunteers
* Office administration when necessary
* Ensuring adequate safety procedures are in place and followed
* Supervising dig locates process
* Creation and implementation of yearly promotional plan
* Content for all educational and promotional materials

Monitoring and Evaluation
* Monitoring and evaluation of program success
* Devising and supervising systems for data collection and research

Community Planting Events
*Coordinating site selection and plant material
*Planning event and securing all materials needed
*Coordinating and training volunteers
*Monitoring and evaluation of plantings
*Coordinating maintenance of sites

Please submit the following:
1. CV and covering letter
2. A brief summary of your views on social enterprise (maximum one page).

Janet McKay, Executive Director
Email: janet (at) leaftoronto.org
Please include "Planting Programs Manager" in subject line. No phone calls please.
Thank you to all who take the time to apply. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. LEAF is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Position: Marketing, Communications and Special Events Coordinator
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Terms: Full time; Competitive compensation plus benefits, based on experience
Deadline for application: August 17, 2008

LEAF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the protection and enhancement of urban forests. Our
community-based programs seek to engage residents as active urban forest stewards through accessible, on-the-
ground activities.

LEAF is seeking a communications professional to create and implement a marketing plan and coordinate our special
events. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional creativity and will provide leadership in building
significantly upon the organization's brand.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED

* Graduate degree in marketing, communications or related field preferred
* Skills and experience in the fields of arboriculture and/or urban forestry a definite asset
* Proven success in a leadership role and team environment
* Minimum three years experience in a marketing/communications position
* Experience working with environmental not-for-profits
* Passion for the environment
* Demonstrated initiative, creativity and drive to succeed
* Attention to detail and superior organization skills
* Ability to determine priorities, adhere to deadlines and multi-task
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

Marketing/Communications
* Creating and coordinating overall marketing and communications plan for the organization
* Establishing protocols for branding, logo appearance, etc
* Exploring and evaluating branding opportunities with partners/funders
* Ensuring adequate partner recognition
* Responding to opportunities for marketing by providing copy, logos, design, etc
* Coordinating design and production of LEAF promotional items

Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
* Devising systems, collecting, recording and summarizing all information needed for reporting and program evaluation purposes
* Soliciting data from staff as needed for funder reports and annual report
* Recommendations for program improvements

LEAF and Tree Tours Web Sites
* Coordinating and managing regular site maintenance and updates
* Creating systems to ensure timely update information from all staff
* Liaising with web designer
* Facilitating site changes/improvements

Newsletter
* writing, coordinating content, designing, presenting and sending quarterly newsletter

Annual Celebration and Special Events
* All planning and event management
* Creating and coordinating event committee
* Determining theme/activities/speakers/etc
* Securing venue/food/entertainment
* Recruiting staff/board/volunteers to assist with event planning as needed
* Inviting partners and other important guests
* Recognizing partner and volunteer contributions

Media
* Creating and coordinating media plan for the organization
* Writing and sending media releases for all LEAF events and topical issues
* Responding to media requests; coordinating interviews with appropriate staff
* Liaising with media as required

Annual Report
* Securing volunteer designer each year
* Writing content, getting input from staff/board where appropriate
* Facilitating the involvement of the Fundraising and Marketing Committee in report design
* Working with designer through the design process;providing images and other content as needed
* Soliciting printing quotes
* Selecting and working with printer

Application Deadline -- August 17, 2008

Please submit the following:
1. CV and covering letter
2. A brief summary of why you are motivated to work within the not-for-profit sector, and in particular your interest in protecting and improving our urban forest (maximum one page).

Janet McKay, Executive Director
Email: janet (at) leaftoronto.org
Please include "Marketing, Communications and Event Coordinator" in subject line. No phone calls please.

Thank you to all who take the time to apply. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. LEAF is an Equal Opportunities Employer.