Ocean Wise

Role Description As the Fisheries Coordinator, you will support Ocean Wise’s engagement work with small-scale fisheries as per our federal Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) grant. This includes: - Working with the Fisheries team to develop Fishery Sustainability Profiles for several Indigenous fisheries across Canada. - Coordinating federal grant reporting requirements. - Completing data analysis and providing technical assistance. - Conducting community engagement. You will provide small-scale fisheries knowledge and enable the Science team to continue delivering high quality sustainability outcomes with Indigenous fisheries partners, as per the grant requirements. Please note this is a part-time (25 hours per week) long-term contract running until October 14, 2027. Qualifications - Detail-oriented and collaborative professional. - Strong foundation in fisheries or environmental data analysis. - Deep respect for Indigenous partnerships. - Balance of technical capability and coordination skills. - Comfortable working with complex datasets and supporting scientific research. - Able to translate findings into clear, structured reporting. Requirements - Demonstrated experience working with environmental or fisheries related data, including data management and synthesis. - Experience supporting Canadian federal grants, including coordinating reporting and maintaining compliance documentation. - Experience organizing and managing complex deliverables, timelines, and budgets. - Strong analytical skills, with the ability to conduct structured data analysis under direction. - Strong written communication skills, including drafting technical summaries and formal reports. - Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment. - Experience working respectfully and professionally with Indigenous communities or partners. - High level of organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage cyclical workloads and competing priorities. Benefits - Remote working environment, with the option to work in person in our beautiful Vancouver head office. - Hourly rate of $27.00 per hour, in line with market data for not-for-profit organizations. - Benefits coverage on a premium cost-shared basis, including: - Extended health and dental coverage. - Vision coverage. - Group term and supplemental life insurance. - Short-term disability. - Long-term disability. - RRSP matching of up to 6% after one year of service. - Up to 15 paid vacation days (accrued based on hours worked). - 5 paid sick days. - Up to 2 paid wellness days (accrued based on hours worked). - 12 paid Statutory and General Holidays each calendar year. - An annual all-staff retreat to allow in-person connections and team building. - Professional development opportunities. - The opportunity to be part of a team that’s helping to save the ocean! Company Description Ocean Wise is a global conservation organization on a mission to build communities that take meaningful action to protect and restore our ocean. Learn more about us at ocean.org.

Role Description As the Event Intern, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of events to ensure seamless and memorable experiences for attendees. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy & Partnerships, you will assist with all logistical details, vendor coordination, administrative tasks, and on-site event support. - Please note this is a 16 week long fixed-term contract and due to the nature of this position, preference will be given to candidates located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) or Greater Vancouver Area (GVA). Qualifications - Demonstrated experience in event planning, coordination, or administrative work. - Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities with excellent attention to detail. - Proactive mindset and ability to work in a team, as well as to solve problems independently. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office. - Ability to lift up to 25 lbs to chest height. Requirements - Assist with event planning, including scheduling, applying for permitting, and vendor communications and coordination. - Maintain event timelines, checklists, and registration lists. - Support with distribution of event materials, invitations, and communications. - Respond to event inquiries via phone and email. - Assist with post-event administration, including reporting and Salesforce data entry. - Resolve minor issues and contribute to a smooth event flow. - Assist with third-party event supporter needs. - Other duties as assigned. Benefits - This part-time, fixed-term contract position offers: - A remote working environment, with the option to work in person in our beautiful downtown Vancouver head office. - An hourly rate of $20 per hour, in line with market data for not-for-profit organizations. - 4% pay in lieu of vacation. - Statutory and General Holidays each calendar year. - Professional development opportunities. - The opportunity to be part of a team that’s helping to save the ocean! Company Description Ocean Wise is a global conservation organization on a mission to build communities that take meaningful action to protect and restore our ocean. Learn more about us at ocean.org.

We need the ocean. The ocean needs us. Role Summary As the Fisheries Intern, you will support applied research and data analysis that contribute to Canada’s environmental bio economy, with a focus on fisheries, sustainable seafood, and marine ecosystems. This role involves designing and delivering a consumer awareness study related to seafood and food system sustainability and analyzing environmental and consumer data to inform science based recommendations that support the responsible use of aquatic biological resources. *Please note this is a part-time, fixed-term contract with no guarantee of extension* Who You Are You are a curious and motivated early-career professional or student with a strong interest in marine science, sustainable seafood, and/or environmental research. You bring a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to data and are eager to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges. You enjoy digging into research, synthesizing complex findings, and contributing to meaningful, science-based work. What You Will Be Doing Conduct a Consumer Awareness Study - Lead the design and execution of a consumer awareness study to support Ocean Wise’s Fisheries and Seafood initiative and to strengthen understanding of program reach within Canada’s sustainable seafood and fisheries landscape. - Collect, manage, and analyze environmental and consumer data related to fisheries, seafood systems, and sustainability outcomes. - Contribute to the interpretation of findings to inform evidence based environmental and conservation strategies. - Opportunity to contribute to or co author a research publication or technical paper based on study results. Support Scientific Analysis and Reporting - Assist in researching, reviewing, and synthesizing scientific and technical literature related to fisheries science, marine biology, seafood sustainability, and environmental impacts of food systems. - Support the preparation of technical reports, data summaries, partner assessments, and sustainability evaluations. - Contribute to the development of science based recommendations that inform program strategy and decision making within Ocean Wise’s Fisheries and Seafood initiative. What You Bring - Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in marine science, fisheries, biology, environmental science, data science, or a related biosciences or sustainability discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Experience or demonstrated interest in applied environmental or biological research, data analysis, or assessment of ecological or food system impacts. - Ability to review, synthesize, and interpret scientific literature related to fisheries, marine conservation, or seafood sustainability. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present data insights clearly to non technical audiences. - Assets include: - Familiarity with fisheries, aquaculture, environmental sustainability, or food system science concepts. How You Will Be Measured - Supports the successful design and delivery of a robust, methodologically sound consumer awareness study that produces clear insights on Ocean Wise’s brand recognition, behaviour change impact, and reach within Canada’s sustainable seafood landscape. - Produces accurate, well-organized datasets and analysis that translate complex environmental and consumer information into actionable insights for program teams. - Contributes meaningfully to science-based outputs (ex. Technical reports, partner assessments, or publications) by effectively synthesizing fisheries, marine and sustainability research. - Demonstrates learning and growth by applying feedback, strengthening analytical and research skills, and adding value to evidence-based decision-making within the Fisheries & Seafood team What We Offer This part-time, fixed-term contract position offers: - A remote working environment, with the option to work in person in our beautiful downtown Vancouver head office - An hourly rate, $20.00 per hour, in line with market data for not-for-profit organizations - 4% pay in lieu of vacation - 5 paid sick days - Professional development opportunities - The opportunity to be part of a team that’s helping to save the ocean! Where and How You’ll Work This is a remote-first position with the possibility to work at our headquarters in downtown Vancouver, if desired. The standard work week for this role 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with rare exceptions for some evening or weekend work. Who We Are Ocean Wise is a global conversation organization on a mission to build communities that take meaningful action to protect and restore our ocean. Learn more about us at ocean.org. Inclusion and Diversity At Ocean Wise, we believe that a welcoming and diverse workplace fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to equity-deserving groups and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. We value human connection and fairness in our recruitment process. We do not use AI, algorithms, or automated tools to screen or evaluate candidates. All applications are reviewed by our hiring team to ensure each candidate is considered thoughtfully and equitably.

Role Description As the Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you will be responsible for the timely and effective processing of all payroll (salaried and hourly) and benefits related tasks and transactions. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will participate as an active member of the Finance Team by leading the communication of Ocean Wise’s benefits plans, and payroll and benefits related policies and procedures. You will work closely with the Human Resources team with respect to sharing of employee information, hires, departures, status changes, etc. Qualifications - Extensive experience in payroll processing and benefits administration. - Demonstrated experience in payroll and benefit reconciliation. - Valid Canadian Payroll Association certification required. - Intermediate to advanced level in Microsoft Excel and Word. - Demonstrated analytical, organizational and problem solving skills. - Detail oriented and accurate in execution, ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision. - Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships at all levels within an organization. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work with a high-degree of discretion and tact, ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Requirements - Preparing and processing accurate bi-weekly payroll information, including review of timesheets for accuracy with vacation, overtime and statutory holiday schedules. - Preparing related accounting journal entries and reconciling payroll related general ledger accounts in a timely and accurate manner. - Preparing all (bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual) payroll related remittances reports and entries (e.g. CRA remittances, RRSP, Pension, CSB, etc). - Ensuring schedules and/or tables in system are updated in accordance with any legislation, policies, rate changes, etc, communicating and liaising with system service provider if required for support. - Preparing Records of Employment for terminated, reduced hours or leave of absence purposes. - Updating and maintaining the HRIS system with any new hires, employee changes, leaves, terminations, etc. to ensure accurate and current reporting, including reviewing and processing approved changes to salaries, benefits eligibility/costs and employment status. - Ensuring compliance with all provincial and federal regulations as it pertains to statutory tax deductions and Work Safe BC, Ontario and other provinces. - Ensuring enrollment, terminations and updates occur regularly to group benefits programs including MSP, Group Health & Group RRSP plans. - Sending monthly active employee lists to the Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provider. - Preparing monthly reconciliation reports for group benefits programs, identifying discrepancies and correcting any gaps or missing deductions. - Preparing and processing annual rate changes to benefits and associated impacts to deductions, etc. - Proactively communicating with employees on STD, LTD, Maternity Leave or other leaves with respect to the impact on their benefits and how to continue contributions if they remain active on the plans. - Assisting employees with any claim issues and questions if escalation is required beyond GroupHealth call centre. - Coordinating benefits orientation with the HR team through new employee orientation and/or follow up meetings if required following distribution of enrollment instructions for benefits eligible employees. - Participating in benefits initiatives in the areas of process development, improvements, renewals, etc. - Ensuring HR processes and procedures are adhered to as they relate to payroll & benefits. - Ensuring employee records are accurate, confidential and reported on in a timely manner. - Updating and maintaining The Reef intranet as a reliable resource for both managers and employees on payroll, benefit eligibility and benefit programs; directing them to The Reef when questions arise. - Ensuring key payroll metrics are captured and reported on in a regular and timely manner. Assisting with the financial management of payroll & benefits by identifying trends and/or irregularities in cost and/or usage of various programs and recommending actions to address. - Researches best practices and Payroll & Benefits trends and provides recommendations to continuously improve. - Assists with the development and delivery of goals, objectives, projects and initiatives in the Finance plan. - Delivering lunch & learn session to employees on payroll & benefits related topics. - Other Finance Administration support as required. Benefits - A remote-first working environment with the option to work in person at co-working spaces as allotted. - A base salary, $64,000 - 71,500, in line with market data for not-for-profit organizations. - Benefits coverage on a premium cost-shared basis, including: - Extended health and dental coverage - Vision coverage - $300 Health spending account - Group term and supplemental life insurance - Short-term disability - Long-term disability - RRSP matching of up to 6% after one year of service - 15 paid vacation days to start - 10 paid sick days - 2 wellness days - 12 paid Statutory and General Holidays each calendar year - An annual all-staff retreat to allow in-person connections and team building - Professional development opportunities - The opportunity to be part of a team that’s helping to save the ocean! Where and How You’ll Work This is a remote-first position with the possibility to work at our headquarters in downtown Vancouver, or other co-working space allotted, if desired. The standard work week for this role is 37.5 hours, Monday through Friday, with rare exceptions for some evening or weekend work. Inclusion and Diversity At Ocean Wise, we believe that a welcoming and diverse workplace fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to equity-deserving groups and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. We value human connection and fairness in our recruitment process. We do not use AI, algorithms, or automated tools to screen or evaluate candidates. All applications are reviewed by our hiring team to ensure each candidate is considered thoughtfully and equitably.