Assistant Teaching Professor of Strategic Management and Public Policy Posted: 2013/05/14
Deadline: 2013/05/31  Position Announcement:
The Department of Strategic Management and Public Policy in the School of Business at The George Washington University invites applications to fill a non-tenure track teaching position in the discipline of Business Ethics to begin as early as Fall 2013.
Basic Qualifications – Applicants must have a doctoral degree in the teaching area. ABD candidates will be considered but must complete all requirements for the PhD by August 1, 2013.  Sheldon Chumir Foundation Internship for Ethics in Leadership 2013-2014 Posted: 2012/11/04
Deadline: 2013/05/15  The Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership is pleased to announce the 2013 - 2014 competition for an Internship in Ethics in Leadership, for a senior university or college students or graduate in any field relevant to ethics in leadership.
The Foundation seeks Interns who display an understanding of ethics in leadership and public life, demonstrated experience in working with the community, strong organizational skills, superior writing skills and a personal commitment to the Foundation's mission. Employment Opportunity: SHARE Director of Law and Policy Posted: 2013/04/24
Deadline: 2013/04/30  The Director of Law and Policy is responsible for leading SHARE’s law reform, research and policy advocacy activities related to responsible investment and governance. Some travel is required.
The responsibilities of the Director of Law and Policy include the following:
- Keep apprised of and conduct research, analysis and advocacy on law and policy reform issues at the international, national and provincial levels in the areas of trust, pension, securities and corporate law relevant to the advancement of responsible investment.
- Develop research goals and programs to support SHARE’s mission and strategic plan.
- Conduct or oversee research and prepare reports on topics related to SHARE’s mandate.
- Develop unique research opportunities including joint-research initiatives with national and international partners.
- Seek independent funding for research projects as necessary.
- Direct SHARE’s proxy voting program, including responsibility for leading a team of proxy analyst staff, client relations and reporting, and analyzing proxies as necessary.
- Draft proxy alerts.
- Lead SHARE’s corporate governance engagement with public issuers, including drafting and filing of shareholder resolutions.
- Assist in the development of SHARE’s strategic goals and program.
- Develop and deliver educational materials on legal and governance issues.
- Ensure that research, law and policy content on SHARE’s website is up-to-date.
- Contribute to the efficient administration of the Association.
- Represent SHARE publicly, including media relations and public speaking in the areas of responsible investment.
This position based in SHARE’s Vancouver office. Salary is commensurate with experience. A generous benefits package is provided. Please submit a cover letter and resume by 5pm PST on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, by email to jobs@share.ca or by fax (604) 408-2525. No phone inquiries please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Scholar in Residence 2013-2014, CCEPA Posted: 2013/04/05
Deadline: 2013/04/01  The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs (CCEPA), a joint initiative of the Atlantic School of Theology and Saint Mary’s University, invites applications from individuals interested in becoming the Scholar-in-Residence at CCEPA for the 2013-14 academic year.
The Scholar-in-Residence program provides an opportunity for an individual to spend up to one year at the Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, to pursue research in a field related to CCEPA’s mission and to interact with staff and program partners at the Centre. Investment Specialist, Mennonite Savings & Credit Union Posted: 2013/04/05
Deadline: 2013/03/27  Mennonite Savings and Credit Union (MSCU) has an exciting full-time opportunity for an Investment Specialist to join their Elmira location, reporting to the Branch Manager. In this role, you will work with a team of dedicated professionals that help members of the local faith community meet their life goals through the responsible stewardship of their finances.
As a professional whose life demonstrates the values implied in MSCU's Statement of Shared Convictions and who cares for the financial wellness of your members, you will forge strong relationships, develop innovative solutions and help grow their confidence in being responsible financial stewards.
Interested persons should send their cover letter and resume by March 27th, 2013 MaRS Center for Impact Investment Fellowships Posted: 2013/02/22
Deadline: 2013/02/28  The MaRS Centre for Impact Investing (CII) is looking for the next generation of impact leaders. This distinguished fellowship program provides individuals with exposure to the emergent impact investing market in Canada, and provides hands-on opportunities to work with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, social ventures, and other engaged players in a variety of strategic and operational roles.
The CII has both short-term (four to five months), and long-term (eight months to one-year) fellowship opportunities available to individuals who have achieved academic excellence and have displayed a commitment to, and passion for, social impact.
You can see a brief overview of the four opportunities with more details available in the attached documents at http://socialfinance.ca CURI is Recruiting a New Management Team Posted: 2012/12/20
Deadline: 2012/12/23  The Coalition of Universities for Responsible Investment (CURI) is currently recruiting the following three management positions to lead and build on the efforts of CURI’s founding members: Research and Policy Director, Membership and Partnerships Director and Organizational Development Director.
The newly recruited members of the CURI management team will work with its advisory board of academics, students and practitioners, along with a wider network of supporters, to meet the goals of its work plan and its greater strategic objectives.
If you are interested in applying, please send your resume and cover letter to communications@curi.ca by December 23, 2012. Faculty Positions in Business Law and Business Ethics, Wharton, University of Pennsylvania Posted: 2012/09/28
Deadline: 2012/12/15  The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for tenured and tenure-track positions in its Department of Legal Studies and Business Ethics. Applicants should have either a J.D. or a Ph.D. from an accredited institution (an expected completion date no later than July 1, 2014 is acceptable) and a demonstrated commitment to scholarship in business law, business ethics, or a combination of the two fields. Specific areas of potential focus for hiring include corporate governance, financial regulation, health law/bioethics, securities regulation, and social impact/sustainability.
Please submit electronically your letter of introduction, c.v., and one selected article or writing sample in PDF format via the following website by December 15, 2012: http://lgst.wharton.upenn.edu. Decisions for interviews will be made on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply early. National Director: Oikocredit Canada Posted: 2012/10/13
Deadline: 2012/10/28  The international development finance institution Oikocredit is a leading worldwide socially responsible financier of microfinance institutions and other income-generating projects, providing cooperatives, micro-entrepreneurs, small businesses, groups of disadvantaged farmers and other productive enterprises in Latin America, Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe with the capital they need to expand their businesses and improve their livelihoods through loans and equity investments.
For setting up a new National Support Office in Canada Oikocredit is looking for a National Director.
If you are interested, mail your cover letter, resume and three references to Ms. Hanneke de Raaij ( application@oikocredit.org) with reference National Director Canada. A full job description can be obtained upon request. Closing date is October 28th 2012. For further information you may contact at Oikocredit International Ms. Ylse van der Schoot, Director Investor Relations (+31 33 422 40 40). Interviews will take place in Toronto on 5 November 2012. Assistant Editor, SocialFinance.ca Posted: 2012/09/15
Deadline: 2012/09/24  Are you interested in business as unusual? Do you want to support new ways of addressing the challenges of today and tomorrow? Look no further - SocialFinance.ca is here to introduce you to a growing industry that is dedicated to creating not only financial, but also social and environmental value. This is a great opportunity in gaining industry-leading knowledge - and playing a role in disseminating it.
The Volunteer Assistant Editors will be asked to commit approximately 4-7 hours of work per week, performed remotely and on their own schedules. Please note that Assistant Editors based in the GTA will be asked to visit the MaRS Centre for Impact Investing for meetings on a biweekly basis. The successful candidates will help the Managing Editor source, edit, and distribute compelling content across SocialFinance.ca’s online presence. Business Development Intern, Sustainalytics Posted: 2012/09/01
Deadline: 2012/09/07  Key responsibilities:
Support the IR Team with the preparation of proposals
Collaborate with internal teams to develop new business proposals
Prepare for and participate in client meetings
Research prospective clients and markets
To apply please send a cover letter and resume to careers@sustainalytics.com, citing Business Development Intern – Name in the subject line. Please include your university grade point average in your resume. All applications will be treated with the highest level of discretion and will be accepted until 5:00pm on Friday, September 7th, 2012. Sustainalytics thanks all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job: Responsible Investment Manager, Sustainalytics Posted: 2012/08/08
Deadline: 2012/08/31 ABOUT SUSTAINALYTICS
Sustainalytics is a global leader in sustainability research and analysis, serving investors and financial institutions around the world. Their international perspective is strengthened by nearly 20 years of local experience and expertise in the Responsible Investment (RI) and Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) markets. The diverse knowledge and expertise of their international team allows Sustainalytics to provide superior products, customized advice and support services to some of the world’s largest asset owners, asset managers and organizations.
POSITION PURPOSE
Provide a high level of service quality to Sustainalytics’ clients, through the development and delivery of responsible investment and corporate sustainability products and services; Act as the trusted advisor to responsible investors; Maintain and improve client retention and client satisfaction; Mentor and/or manage account managers, Strengthen and professionalize client management; and Generate new business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage client relations involving a portfolio of asset owners and asset managers; Maintain and improve client satisfaction and client retention by building strong relationships; Assist clients with drafting and implementing responsible investment policies; Identify up-selling opportunities; Support or manage the execution of client deliverables or client projects; Mentor and/or manage account managers, Support the global sales team; Manage selected research tasks and client projects; Represent the company at (international) events and relevant networking groups; Contribute to product innovation initiatives.
Complete details available at www.sustainalytics.com Governance Analyst, Groupe Investissement Responsable Posted: 2012/08/24
Deadline: 2012/08/24  This is a permanent, full-time position.
The Governance Analyst will be responsible for providing research, analysis and recommendations (included in most of the services that GIR offers) regarding the performance of public companies on governance issues.
For more information regarding the position, including responsibilities, skills and qualifications, please visit the RIG website: http://www.gir-canada.com/jobs Volunteer Researcher: CURI 2012 Benchmarking Study Posted: 2012/07/26
Deadline: 2012/08/07  The Coalition of Universities for Responsible Investing (CURI) requires a volunteer to assist with CURI's research projects aimed at benchmarking the responsible investment policies and practices of 3-4 university endowment funds in Canada. Core responsibilities include gathering survey data to generate responsible investment profiles for the assigned universities.
Click the links above for complete details on this opportunity. Internship, Research Assistant with CBERN Partner: Social Investment Organization Posted: 2012/07/11
Deadline: 2012/07/27  The Social Investment Organization (SIO) is seeking up to two research assistant interns to provide research support on the Canadian Socially Responsible Investment Review. Every two years, the SIO conducts a survey of Canadian investors to determine the size and characteristics of the socially responsible investing (SRI) industry in Canada. Click here to see last year’s report.
This project is now part of new global initiative where the world’s leading SRI investment organizations are joining up to measure and report on the size of global SRI assets. This project will result in a report that shows the types of investors involved, breaks down the strategies that they employ and makes international market comparisons.
Responsible Investment Associate Posted: 2012/06/23
Deadline: 2012/07/13  Sustainalytics is a global leader in sustainability research and analysis, serving investors and financial institutions around the world. Sustainalytics is recruiting a Responsible Investment Associate for their Toronto office.
Key responsibilities include:
Manage client relations involving a portfolio of asset owners and asset managers; Maintain and improve client satisfaction and client retention by building strong relationships; Assist clients with drafting and implementing responsible investment policies; Identify up-selling opportunities; Support or manage the execution of client deliverables or client projects; Support the global sales team; Manage selected research tasks and client projects; Represent the company at (international) events and relevant networking groups; Contribute to product innovation initiatives. Sheldon Chumir Foundation Internship in Ethics in Leadership 2012 - 2013 Posted: 2012/02/01
Deadline: 2012/03/16  Application Deadline: March 16, 2012
More information: www.chumirethicsfoundation.ca
Applications are invited from senior university or college students or graduates in any field relevant to ethics in leadership for an Internship with the Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership. Interns work with the Foundation on research, program development and implementation, publications, public engagement, and related administrative support.
The Foundation seeks Interns who display an understanding of ethics in leadership and public life, demonstrated experience in working with the community, strong organizational skills, superior writing skills and a personal commitment to the Foundation's mission.
The deadline for receipt of application packages by the Foundation is March 16, 2012.
Complete details available at www.chumirethicsfoundation.ca
PhD Research Assistant: Socially Responsible Investment-Knowledge Mobilization Posted: 2012/02/13
Deadline: 2012/03/01  Application Deadline: March 1, 2012
More Information: www.cbern.ca/participate/opportunities
CBERN promotes knowledge-sharing within the field of business ethics through a variety of activities and initiatives, often organized around one of CBERN’s themed Clusters. CBERN requires a student currently enrolled in a PhD Program at a Canadian institution to assist CBERN staff and volunteers with a knowledge mobilization initiative by the Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) Cluster, in advance of the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) Academic Network Conference 2012. CBERN will be co-hosting this conference at York University, Toronto, October 1-3.
The successful candidate will assist CBERN’s Research and Outreach Coordinator and Online Program Coordinator to:
Develop and implement a knowledge mobilization strategy to engage researchers and practitioners around Research Snapshots produced in conjunction with:
- Co-Leaders of the SRI Cluster
- Representatives of the UN PRI Academic Network Conference
- Research Impact’s knowledge mobilization team at York University, and,
- Researchers at institutions across Canada working in the field of socially responsible investment
Evaluate the effectiveness of this strategy in advance of and following the UN PRI Academic Network Conference, October 1-3, 2012.
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Director, Centre for Impact Investing Posted: 2012/01/25
Deadline: 2012/01/30
Deadline: January 30, 2012More information: websiteMaRS Centre for Impact Investing is currently recruiting a Director.For additional information including a detailed job description and to apply, please see the attached job posting.MaRS_Director.docx
Senior ESG Analyst, NEI Investments Posted: 2012/01/25
Deadline: 2012/01/27  Deadline: January 27, 2012
More information: website
NEI Investments seeks a Senior ESG Analyst. The ideal candidate will join a team of ten professionals responsible for maintaining NEI`s leadership position in the socially responsible investment (SRI) industry by carrying out responsibilities in all aspects of our ESG Investing Program, including: Corporate ESG Evaluations, Corporate Engagement and Public Policy & Research.
For more information please see the attached document.
Job Opportunity at NEI Investments.docx
Director, Corporate Social Responsibility Services, Assiniboine Credit Union Posted: 2011/12/22
Deadline: 2012/01/06  Deadline: January 6, 2012
More information: website
Assiniboine Credit Union is currently recruiting for a Director, Corporate Social Responsibility Services.
Additional information can be obtained through the attached Job posting. For a detailed Job Description and to apply for the position, please visit the careers section of the Assiniboine Credit Union website.
CPP Investment Board seeks Director, Responsible Investing Posted: 2012/08/25
 The Director, Responsible Investing and his/her team provide strong cross-functional expertise to the investment departments and teams within CPP Investment Board. As the ESG specialists within CPPIB, the team works closely with other colleagues to identify and research material potential impacts due to ESG factors and assists in their evaluation as part of the investment decision-making process, within Public Market Investments’ (“PMI”), as well as CPPIB’s Private Investments (“PI”) and Real Estate Investments (“REI”) departments.
In addition, this position is a member of and works closely with the Responsible Investing Committee (“RIC”), which sets direction for and oversees all Responsible Investing strategies and activities of the firm. This includes regularly reviewing the Policy on Responsible Investing and the Proxy Voting Principles and Guidelines to ensure CPPIB’s activities meet both our investment objectives and best practice standards as an active investor.
Finally, the Director, Responsible Investing oversees proxy voting for the firm, and also takes the lead on responding to certain key initiatives (e.g. commenting on proposed rule changes) pertaining to good corporate governance. |