Operations Manager - Guelph, Canada - Focus on Nature

Description

About Us

Focus on Nature is an Ontario Non-profit Corporation and Registered Charity whose mission is to inspire young people to explore and connect with nature through photography.

With government grants, corporate sponsorships, individual donations and programming fees, we have touched the lives of over 32,000 children in the last 10 years.

As the popularity of our program grows, we will continue to expand our reach, providing more Canadian children with a renewed connection to the natural world.

Job summary

Guided by the Vision, Mission and Values of Focus on Nature, the Operations Manager will maintain and enhance the reputation for excellence and trustworthiness that Focus on Nature has built in the communities it serves.

Duties

• Manage the daily functions of Focus on Nature operations including workshop and camp and online programs.
• Recruit, hire, train and manage staff for program delivery.
• Audit workshops and camps and attend when needed on short notice.
• Invoice schools for workshops and monitor accounts receivable.
• Work with Social Media Coordinator to oversee social media marketing.
• Maintain personal computer, home office and car for work in good order.
• Maintain equipment and supplies for program delivery.
• Maintain effective and prompt communications with the Focus on Nature Executive Director and all program stakeholders such as school board staff, principals, teachers, parents, volunteers and community groups.
• Collaborate with Focus on Nature Board Committees as needed.
• Help organize, facilitate and attend special events such as Photo Exhibits and Fundraisers.

Qualifications

• Significant experience related to the abovementioned duties, normally acquired through several years of progressively responsible experience, preferably in a management capacity.
• Demonstrated leadership skills acquired through experience managing, motivating, training and leading staff.
• A working knowledge of Google Workspace and strong computer skills with experience using products and services such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Mailchimp, Canva, and Zoom or similar.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of stakeholders on a variety of issues.
• Ability to work from home and travel in Ontario as needed.

How to apply
Focus on Nature is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace.

We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Full covid vaccination is required for this job.

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Guelph, ON