About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Facilities Operations Energy & Sustainability Coordinator

Are you looking for a great career and rewarding future where you can make a difference in helping SickKids build a brighter future? Do you want to work for Canada's leading paediatric Hospital knowing you are improving the lives of children? Are you exceptionally organized and have experience in energy & sustainability as well as operational experience in large Hospital settings working?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Energy & Sustainability coordinator to help drive and make SickKids a greener hospital. This position will help promote SickKids' green initiatives and achievements internally and externally. The coordinator is responsible for helping provide administrative and project support to the energy and sustainability team to ensure the department's goals and objectives are met. If you enjoy building strong relationships and working in a world class collaborative environment, then this is the opportunity for you!

Here's what you'll get to do

• Support implementation of SickKids newly released Sustainability strategy
• Support/help coordinate energy and environmental sustainability projects and initiatives including implementation, monitoring and tracking to ensure continuous improvement
• Facilitate and coordinate department-specific environmental sustainability programs to reduce each department's environmental impact taking in consideration waste streams, service needs, operational requirements/constraints, etc.
• Support collaboration with internal stakeholders to promote and implement energy management solutions
• Track and update energy and sustainability policies and procedures as required
• Organize promotional materials, educational information, surveys, training modules, etc. to improve staff knowledge and promote energy/sustainability awareness
• Track energy/sustainability KPI's
• Motivate staff, patients and visitors to participate in KidsGoGreen activities and green committees
• Facilitate environmental awareness pertaining to recycling initiatives and waste reduction efforts, efficient energy use, smart commuting and greenhouse gas emission reductions

Relationship Management

• Regular interaction and communication with department representatives, stakeholders, consultants, Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Clinical Leads, Project Horizon staff or other team members.
• Strong collaboration skills that foster and develop working relationships with and alongside all project team members.
• Exemplary communication, facilitation, interpersonal and listening skills; experience successfully supporting and motivating diverse groups by learning and understanding their needs and objectives; experience establishing credibility and working relationships at all levels of the organization; solid sense of confidentiality and discretion.
• Draws upon negotiation skills and conflict resolution strategies, to work with external and internal stakeholders, obtaining buy-in and support to ensure success
• Communicates project results and makes recommendations to project stakeholders as required.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree/diploma from an accredited university/college or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years experience in supporting environmental sustainability and energy management programs in healthcare or other public institutions
• Experience preferably in energy management, environmental sciences or related fields
• Must have the ability to utilize computer systems to effectively manage projects; possess intermediate skills in the following, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, MS Outlook and Word
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification would be an asset
• Good knowledge and experience of hospital operations and environments; familiarity with facilities operations, clinical as well as other support services departments
• Knowledge, experience/understanding of environmental legislation and guidelines is beneficial
• Knowledge of legislation, codes and policies regarding infection prevention and controls within a healthcare environment would be an asset

Soft skills

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, decision making, judgment, planning/organization, leadership and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and successfully manage in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple and shifting priorities
• Proven leadership skills and demonstrated excellence in working with and fostering a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and adaptable to new technologies and processes
• Strong facilitation and presentation techniques
• Customer service mindset and the ability to relate well and cooperate with others
• Demonstrated ability to be highly motivated to take initiative and produce results

Employment Type

• 6 month contract, M - F (Hybrid). 35.0 hours/week

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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