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Job Opportunity: Network Manager, Alberta Environmental Network

Position: 
Network Manager
Application Deadline: 
24 Sep 2010 - 16:00
Location: 
Edmonton

The Alberta Environmental Network (AEN) is a non-profit, non-partisan umbrella organization comprised of groups throughout the province dedicated to helping preserve and protect Alberta's environment.

The AEN is seeking a responsible, organized and dynamic individual to support the work of the AEN in the role of Network Manager. The role of the Network Manager will include but is not limited to the following:

  • Answers email, phone calls, direct inquiries from AEN members, and liaise with public and government officials.
  • Maintain the administrative functions of the AEN (filing, organizing, housekeeping, corporate filings, contract management, etc).
  • Organize meetings (regular board meetings, meetings of the network as a whole, and other meetings for members such as training or special projects)
  • Co-ordinate volunteer fundraising events (for example, one annual casino fundraiser).
  • Provide strategic support to AEN caucuses with meeting coordination, contract and grant development, execution and reporting.
  • Communicate and liase with the Canadian Environment Network (RCEN).
  • Work closely with the network’s web-master and book-keeper to provide support and advice on the day-to-day operations of the network.
  • Liaise with public and government officials, funders, and partnership organizations.

Posted August 31, 2010 by AEN

AEN Annual General Assembly 2010

Jun 25 2010 (All day) - Jun 27 2010 (All day)

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Location

Shunda Creek Hostel
Nordegg, AB

Posted May 27, 2010 by AEN

AEN Spring Joint Caucus Meetings

May 28 2010 - 7:00pm - May 29 2010 - 3:30pm

Joint caucus meeting of the AEN Clean Air/Energy and Water Caucuses. Read more »

Location

Calgary, AB

Posted May 13, 2010 by AEN2

RCEN e-Bulletin — 14 April 2010

Network News

April 14th, 2010

April 22 is Earth Day – Join an Event near You!

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day by getting together with friends, family and co-workers. Mark the occasion by participating in one of the many events being organized by environmental groups across the country! Here’s how you can find one:
Remember that you can also add your own event for free. Happy Earth Day!

Caucus Elections: Take an Active Role in Leading Your Caucus

Attention all RCEN members! Steering Committee elections are now underway for 10 of our national caucuses. This is your chance to take an active role in shaping your caucus’ activities and making decisions that will directly benefit your peers and ultimately, the success of our Network. Any member of the RCEN can apply from now until April 27th. More…

Download our International Year of Biodiversity Tool Kit

A practical resource for both organizations and individuals, the IYB Tool Kit features: tips on how to get involved locally for biodiversity protection; accessible information about the Convention on Biological Diversity; presentations on the Green Wave and more. Download the IYB Tool Kit

Biodiversity Hotspot #6: Oceanic Road Kill

Killer whales are found in oceans all over the world, from arctic to tropical waters. They live in pods of 40-50 individuals, can live to be 50-80yrs old and have no natural predators. They are also intelligent and deadly hunters. Yet somehow the whales, also know as orcas, find themselves on the Species at Risk Act list. How is this happening? More…

This Week’s Headlines

Calls for Participation
David Suzuki Foundation asks Canadians: What’s inside your cosmetics?

Comment on Proposed Passenger Automobile and Light Truck Greenhouse Gas Emission Regulations

Announcements
Environment Canada Report on Plans and Priorities for 2010-2011

Natural Step Canada’s Sustainability for Leaders Course

Nominate Yourself for a Speaking Role at the UN General Assembly

Delegate Selection - Policy Dialogue on the Way Forward on Climate Change Internationally

Action Alerts
Climate Action Network – G8/G20 Campaign Mobilization is Underway

Green Communities Canada – Keep the ecoENERGY Retrofit Program Alive

Resources
New issue of the Philanthropist now available

Events
17th Annual International Conference on the St. Lawrence River / Great Lakes Ecosystem

Participate in Healthy Schools Day in Canada on April 26th

Employment
NL Environment Network - Executive Director

Posted April 15, 2010 by AEN2

2009 AEN Cross Caucus Meetings

Dec 4 2009 - 10:00am - Dec 5 2009 - 2:00pm

The AEN Cross Caucus Meetings are a valuable opportunity to gather, in-person, with fellow AEN member groups and caucus members. Please RSVP to admin [at] aenweb [dot] ca indicating which caucus meeting you wish to attend.

Proposed Program

Location

Alberta Labour Centre Meeting Hall
10425 Princess Elizabeth Avenue
Edmonton, AB

Posted November 30, 2009 by AEN2

AEN Annual General Meeting

Jun 14 2009 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm

The Alberta Environmental Network (AEN) will convene its annual business meeting in conjunction with the RCEN Annual General Assembly at Grant MacEwan College in Edmonton. The AGM will be held June 14, 2009, from 12:00 – 1:00pm.

Reasonable travel support, including registration for the RCEN conference, will be provided to one representative per AEN member group.

Location

Robbins Health Learning Centre
Grant MacEwan College
Edmonton, AB

Posted May 11, 2009 by AEN2

AEN Fall Cross Caucus Meetings

Nov 28 2008 - 6:00pm - Nov 30 2008 - 5:00pm

The fall cross-caucus meeting is an opportunity for all the AEN caucuses and working groups to come together as a community and discuss strategies to move our collective concerns forward. It is also a chance to meet with your fellow-caucus members face-to-face.

The caucus meetings will be held in Edmonton this fall. AEN member groups are eligible for full travel and accommodation expenses reimbursement, as per AEN reimbursement guidelines.

Please RSVP to conference [at] aenweb [dot] ca today detailing your planned attendance for the weekend. Read more »

Location

Varscona Hotel
8208 106 Street
Edmonton, AB

Posted November 6, 2008 by AEN2

AEN Annual General Meeting

This year’s Alberta Environmental Network Annual General Meeting will occur in the beauty of the foothills overlooking the wonders of the Alberta Rocky Mountains. Kootenay Plains is one of the most interesting places in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta. Classified as a "Montane" range, its unique characteristics result in very little rainfall through the year and weather conditions can be very different than places just an hour’s drive away. Please join with us as we celebrate the AEN’s accomplishments and build a strong network for tomorrow! Read more »

Posted May 12, 2008 by AEN2

AEN Annual General Meeting

May 30 2008 - 11:00am - Jun 1 2008 - 5:00pm

This year’s Alberta Environmental Network Annual General Meeting will occur in the beauty of the foothills overlooking the wonders of the Alberta Rocky Mountains. Kootenay Plains is one of the most interesting places in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta. Classified as a "Montane" range, its unique characteristics result in very little rainfall through the year and weather conditions can be very different than places just an hour’s drive away. Please join with us as we celebrate the AEN’s accomplishments and build a strong network for tomorrow! Read more »

Posted May 12, 2008 by AEN2

AEN Spring Training Series: Remembering Martha — Our Friend and Mentor

This spring is dedicated to the inspiration, leadership and memories of our friend and mentor Martha Kostuch. AEN’s Spring Training Series focuses on topics where Martha clearly excelled, we hope that you will dedicate some time to join with us to remember, to learn, and to act! Read more »

Posted May 1, 2008 by AEN2

Job Opportunity

Position: Network Manager
Application Deadline: 24 Sep 2010 - 16:00

The AEN is seeking a responsible, organized and dynamic individual to support the work of the AEN in the role of Network Manager.

Full job description and application instructions

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