Conservation Campaigner - Ocean Program (CPAWS-BC)

Job title

Conservation Campaigner - Ocean Program.

Company

Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - British Columbia (CPAWS-BC).

Description of the job

CPAWS-BC seeks a Conservation Campaigner for the Ocean Program to support advocacy work to establish marine protected areas (MPAs) and ensure they meet high conservation standards. Reporting to the Conservation Director, Ocean Program, this role works closely with the Ocean Program team, Executive Director, other CPAWS-BC staff, contractors, and external partners.

The Campaigner will lead specific campaigns while supporting team members on others. Using the Ocean Program's strategic goals and vision, the Campaigner will identify campaign needs and execute strategies to deliver meaningful conservation outcomes.

CPAWS-BC is part of one of Canada's oldest non-profit conservation groups. They have been defending lands and waters in BC since 1978 and are dedicated to keeping BC's natural environment thriving forever.

This is a full-time permanent position with a preferred start date of January 5, 2026, to provide overlap with outgoing staff and ensure a smooth transition. CPAWS-BC operates on a 4-day (32-hour work week), Monday through Thursday.

Responsibilities & Duties - Campaign Management:

• Support strategic development, execution, and adaptation of marine conservation campaigns aligned with site-specific priorities along BC's Southern and Central Coast.
• Evaluate the success of campaign activities against strategic campaign goals and Ocean Program objectives.
• Support special projects and research initiatives as required.
• Represent CPAWS-BC in coalition meetings and collaborative conservation efforts to advance campaign goals where appropriate.

Communications & Community Engagement:

• Contribute to the development and execution of communication strategies to advance campaign goals and engage diverse audiences.
• Support the development and delivery of campaign content. This may include outreach and educational materials, backgrounders, media releases, e-newsletters, action-focused email updates and action pages.
• Support CPAWS-BC's social media presence with campaign news, education campaigns and evergreen content as required.

Government & Indigenous Relations:

• In collaboration with the Conservation Director, Ocean Program and other CPAWS-BC staff, build relationships with key Indigenous and crown government leaders, officials and staff to advance campaign goals.
• Monitor government announcements and departments for political opportunities to advance campaign objectives.
• Develop campaign briefs and resources to support Indigenous and Government Relations, including preparing consultation submissions, workshops and forums.

Financial Tracking & Program Evaluation:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of campaign activities, budgets, and outcomes.
• Assist the Conservation Director, Ocean Program with reports for funders on the campaign's success and plans. May include writing reports, preparing summaries and attending meetings.

Administrative Tasks:

• Assist with logistics for events as required.
• Take minutes and/or facilitate internal and external meetings as required.
• Other tasks to support the success of CPAWS-BC as required.

Position Details:

• Full-time permanent. All positions at CPAWS-BC are funding-dependent.
• Flexible for remote work within BC. Office space is available in Vancouver.
• 4-day (32-hour work week), Monday through Thursday.
• Start date: January 05, 2026, with some flexibility for the right candidate.

Benefits:

• 4-day, 32-hour work week, Monday-Thursday.
• Work from home or hybrid work environment, as well as in-person, all-staff strategy and team building sessions.
• Flexible work schedule (outside of 9 am - 3 pm core working hours).
• Vacation entitlement starts at 3 weeks, plus an additional annual paid break over the December holiday period.
• Up to 10 paid sick and personal days annually to support your physical wellbeing, mental wellbeing, and caregiving responsibilities.
• After 3 months of employment, an extended health, vision and dental benefits package, which includes life insurance and long-term disability.
• A completely free and confidential employee and family assistance program (EFAP) to assist with counselling, financial advice, nutrition, addiction, childcare arrangements and more.

Requirements

Knowledge & Experience:

• Experience in issue-based advocacy or campaign work (conservation or community engagement preferred).
• Knowledge of ocean ecosystems, marine planning, and marine protected areas in Canada.
• Familiarity with BC and Canadian environmental policy.
• Experience working with Indigenous, federal, and/or provincial levels of government in formal or informal capacities.
• Experience with campaign tools (e.g. NewMode) and content creation for social media, newsletters, or blogs.

Skills & Abilities:

• Sharp verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex environmental issues into compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Strategic and adaptive thinker, comfortable navigating shifting political and environmental landscapes.
• Strong project and time management skills, including the ability to juggle multiple campaigns or initiatives simultaneously and switch between projects quickly.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate campaign success using both qualitative and quantitative tools.
• Enthusiasm for collaborative work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education:

• No minimum education is required. CPAWS-BC recognizes the value of both formal education and lived experiences.
• A Bachelor's Degree in ocean biology, ocean conservation, environmental science, political science, communications or a similar field would be an asset.

Location

British Columbia, Canada.

Salary

$58,350 plus benefits.

How to apply

To apply, please submit one combined PDF document that includes a one-page cover letter and your resume to hiring@cpawsbc.org with the subject line: Conservation Campaigner, Ocean Program. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Deadline

31/12/2025.

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