DataStream is a registered Canadian charity with a mission to promote knowledge sharing and
collaboration, so our waters remain healthy for generations to come.
Our programming includes an online platform for sharing water quality data, data management and
water science training, network building, and advocacy to promote open access to environmental data.
DataStream began as a program within The Gordon Foundation and was established as a charity in 2021.
The Gordon Foundation is a philanthropic foundation that undertakes research, leadership
development, and public dialogue so that Canadian public policies reflect a commitment to collaborative
stewardship of our freshwater resources and to a people-driven, equitable, and evolving North.
With an office in Toronto and remote staff across Canada, DataStream is a rapidly growing organization
active in hub regions across Canada. We engage with organizations across disciplines and sectors,
including watershed organizations, Indigenous Nations, and governments at all levels. Over 350
organizations share water quality data on DataStream, and more are joining daily. DataStream’s
programming, platform, and thought leadership are in high demand at a time when data and the
democratization of science are widely recognized as instrumental to freshwater protection.
About the Role
The Gordon Foundation is seeking a Data Services Manager to join DataStream at an exciting time as our
community of data contributors and users grows across Canada. The Environmental Data Services
Manager ensures DataStream meets this demand while offering high quality service to our community.
The salary range is $65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience.
The position includes comprehensive benefits and remote/hybrid working opportunities.
Three weeks' vacation is supplemented with additional days based on years worked, winter
office closure, and extra days before or after statutory holidays from May to September.
This is a one-year position with the opportunity to become permanent.
The position is remote or can be based in our Toronto office. It involves travel across Canada.
Candidates must be based in and legally eligible to work in Canada.
Strong preference will be given to applicants identifying as Indigenous (Inuit, First Nations or
Métis).
Strong preference will be given to applicants bilingual in French and English.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license.
