Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility

Job Description

As the Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility, you will provide leadership and oversight of our company's corporate social responsibility program, with a specific focus on social impact and partner relations. Your goal will be to develop, implement, and oversee the company's community investment strategies, which closely align with our corporate objectives and business strategies. Your success will be demonstrated through meaningful social impact, strong stakeholder partnerships, and an engaged, community‑minded workforce.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by March 6, 2025. 

What We Offer:  

• Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse and a café

• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance   

• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs 

• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation   

• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program   

• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program 

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of strategies across the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portfolio, including social impact, donations and sponsorships, employee engagement and partner relations

• Build and manage key external community stakeholder relationships to strengthen brand equity

• Lead the development and execution of strategic proposals and contractual agreements

• Oversee the organization's Donation and Sponsorship Working Group

• Plan, budget and execute the company's corporate giving program and cause‑related initiatives

• Establish and maintain goals, metrics and reporting frameworks to track progress and impact

• Manage all CSR engagement initiatives, including planning and implementing programs that drive community impact, engaging employees in community activities, and elevating the company's reputation through effective storytelling

• Lead and support the CSR team, providing guidance, coaching, and strategic oversight

Your Skills:

• Excellent leadership, relationship management, reputation management and strategic communications skills

• Knowledge of CSR governance frameworks, policy adherence, and risk management

• Experience in tracking KPIs, community impact, ROI measurement, and producing board‑ready reports

• Skilled at planning, coordinating, and delivering CSR initiatives from intake to impact evaluation

• Ability to provide independent senior‑level counsel in a dynamic environment

• High discretion, judgment, and professionalism in sensitive situations

• Strong ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams, including senior leaders and external partners, to inform, advocate, coordinate and support

Your Experience:

• University degree in a related discipline (e.g., English, Business, Public Relations, Communications, Political Science)

• Ten years of progressive experience, including at least three years in a similar role

• Experience in the energy industry considered an asset

• Proven success in managing CSR programs or equivalent social impact initiatives

• Experience leading and supporting a team to achieve goals and maintain a positive work environment

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that's created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.​

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