Job Title:  Officer, ESG Integration

Job Requisition Id: 179037 
Business Function: Corporate and Government Affairs 
Primary City: Toronto 
Other Location(s):Ottawa and Montreal with opportunity of hybrid partial work   
Province: Ontario 
Employment Type: Full-Time 
Employment Status: Term opportunity to December 31, 2025 with the possibility of extension or permanency  
Language Requirement: English Essential 
Employee Class and Level: CPMGA01 
Number of Vacancies 1 
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/21/2024

All qualified candidates will be considered however preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for developing information, strategies and programs to enable the Corporation to be a sustainability and Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) leader while enhancing its reputation as a responsible, community minded business in Canada. This role will focus on supporting the development and implementation of a circular economy strategy in collaboration with operating groups across Canada Post. The Officer, ESG Integration will lead data collection, management, analysis and reporting covering our use of materials in printing, packaging, and equipment used throughout our operations and commercial activities. The Officer identifies issues, and implements solutions for environmental programs and sustainability initiatives related to our use of materials, waste reduction, and waste management, assists in the development and implementation of plans and strategies for operating groups to meet ESG objectives, monitors regulatory and stakeholder attitudes related to ESG issues and supports fulfilling regulatory requirements as they relate to plastic, and packaging, and acts as an ambassador and subject matter expert in the promotion of the Corporation’s environmental initiatives in communities across the country. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Officer, ESG Integration.

1.    Assists in the promotion and implementation of Canada Post’s mission statement, policies and procedures on environmental sustainability.

2.    Assists in the conducting of the annual Sustainability and ESG reporting and disclosures with a focus on circular economy topics. 

3.    Works with Manager and other operating groups to develop long term action plans within all groups across the Corporation. Assists with implementation of action plans within established time frames and priorities. 

4.    Develops communications plans and implements programs and activities communicating Canada Post programs and activities related to environmental sustainability, particularly circular economy topics.

5.    Liaises with corporate management to communicate environmental considerations related to CPC products, programs and activities and promotes awareness both internally and externally. 

6.    Identifies and reports on potential environmental issues and sustainability trends that may affect CPC.

7.    Assists in the monitoring of correspondence on environmental issues to employees, elected officials, municipal governments and customers to ensure messaging consistency. 

8.    Assists in the development and implementation of training programs for employees, ensuring full comprehension and compliance with the programs in the workplace and encouragement for the application of its principles at home.

9.    Works with the Manager and other groups within Communications to develop visual media and other communications and marketing tools required to develop environmental awareness among employees and encourage the implementation of sound practices at work and at home.

10.    Assists in the development of reports on program activities for presentation to the Board of Directors and other corporate committees.

11.    Assists in research to better enable Canada Post to be a sustainability leader. 

12.    Works with advisers and consultants engaged to assist the Corporation in dealing with environmental programs and issues.

13.    Monitors federal government initiatives on environmental issues, specifically plastic, packaging, materials use, and waste management, and to make representation on behalf of Canada Post when deemed appropriate.

14.    Represents the Corporation on industry committees and boards as required.

15.    Researches, prepares and distributes regular updates on municipal legislation affecting corporate initiatives.

16.    Researches, prepares and distributes internally and externally regular updates on corporate environmental initiatives.

17.    Coordinates and maintains meetings for senior management to keep them up to date on ESG issues in Canada. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

•    Completed post-secondary, preferably in environmental science, sustainability, resource management, data analytics or similar field OR a combination of equivalent professional experience and training.

Experience

•    1-3 years of relevant functional experience. 

•    1 or more years of experience in a large and complex organization an asset.

Other Candidate Requirements

•    Experience with data management, Microsoft Excel, Power BI or other data base systems/programs 

•    Experience working with or within corporate ESG Sustainability programs

•    Familiarity with sustainable packaging, waste management, resource conservation and/or reuse systems

•    Proficient computer skills and highly competent with Microsoft Office programs.

•    Must be able to work well in a team environment and possess a high level of oral and written communication skills in English

•    Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Safety Sensitive Positions
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position and has additional requirements under Canada Post's Substance Use Policy. 

Employment Equity

Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Disability is defined as a persistent or episodic physical, sensory, or mental health condition and/or functional limitation. Disability includes both visible and hidden conditions and/or limitations that may impact vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, mental/psychological, and memory.
 

Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

Accommodation

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated.  All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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