Corporate Social Responsibility Representative

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Creating a better world requires teamwork, partnerships and collaboration, as we need an entire army of companies to work together to build a better world within the next few decades. This means corporations must embrace the benefits of cooperating together.

Simon Mainwaring
Corporate Social Responsibility Representative

In A Nutshell

I create policies that make our business responsible and sustainable, helping employees, communities, and agriculture.

I promote company-wide compliance by communicating policies and ensuring they’re followed.

I help make our commitments public so others can see what we promise and hold us accountable.

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Potential Salary Range

$55,000 - 100,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Saskwatchewan SK
Saskwatchewan

I work mostly in an office, but I also travel to meet with charities and community partners or lead workshops with employees and managers. I lead programs that help the company give back and make a positive impact on communities and agriculture, and I plan events and initiatives that bring people together and encourage involvement in important causes.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Manage the company’s brand and reputation and find charitable organizations to partner with that match the company’s values
  • Lead social responsibility programs and make sure all parts of the company are working toward the same goals
  • Research how company programs are similar or different to other companies in Canada and around the world
  • Evaluate how well social responsibility programs are working and what impact they have on people, communities, and agriculture
  • Create materials to share information about these programs with employees and the public
  • Plan and promote events that get employees excited about helping the company make a positive impact
  • Stay within the budget provided for social responsibility programs

Education & Training

  • A university degree in communication, business, marketing, public relations, environmental studies, or a related field is helpful, along with experience working in business, community programs, or sustainability projects.
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Job Outlook

    As more people care about how companies support communities, agriculture, and the environment, careers in social responsibility continue to grow. Professionals in this field play an important role in helping organizations make a positive and lasting impact.

Related School Subjects

English Language Arts
Career Education
Social Studies

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Environment Sustainable Community Society Global Corporate Social Responsibility Ethics Programs Impact

Important Skills

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Interpersonal

I connect with coworkers, community partners, and leaders to share how our company supports agriculture, people, and the environment.

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Research

I research agriculture, sustainability, and social issues to guide our company’s decisions and show how we can make a positive impact.

Public Speaking

I speak to groups about our environmental and community goals, helping others understand what we’re doing and why it matters.

Persuasive

I use communication and teamwork to inspire others to get involved in our efforts, from protecting the environment to giving back to our communities.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Pays Well
Helps Others
Has Business Perks
Improves and Protects the Environment