We are seeking two individuals for two-month term positions to help with our Bikeshare Development Project. Applications will remain open until December 29th at 5pm local time. Please share the job postings below within your network!
Bikeshare Service Researcher
Bike Winnipeg is a non-profit, member-based organization working to make cycling in Winnipeg a safe, enjoyable, accessible, and convenient transportation choice year round.
We are seeking a passionate individual in Canada for the position of Bikeshare Service Researcher (Recreational Activities Consultant) to assist with our Bikeshare Development Project, who supports the mission and vision of Bike Winnipeg and other social-purpose cycling organizations in Canada, and who is committed to active transportation.
Term
This position is for 280 hours starting January 4th until February 28th.
Location
This position can be completed remotely from anywhere in Canada.
Mandatory Qualifications
From a combination of formal education and related experience, you must have research and report writing experience. You must also:
- Be between the ages of 15-30 (inclusive) at the start of the internship
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or persons granted refugee status in Canada
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities
In general, you will be responsible for researching bikeshare and bikeswap services around the world. This includes:
- Operating structure (for-profit, social enterprise, etc.)
- Relationship with local transit agency(ies) and all levels of government
- Funding/financing sources
- User fee structures
- Reasons for failures and successes
- Creating a survey to be distributed to bikeshare service providers
- Infrastructure details (docked/dockless, e-assist/full electric/no assist, bike manufacturer, accessories provided, weight limit, GPS use, etc.)
- Ridership details including seasonal variation, geographic coverage, fleet rebalancing, etc.
- Maintenance and repair experience
- Public and political opinions
- Noteworthy bikeshares and bikeswaps in other countries, a focus on North American bikeshares, and a comprehensive review of Canadian bikeshares/bikeswaps
- Anti-theft and anti-vandalism strategies
- Local research and general research
- Other tasks as assigned
You are expected to provide your own cell phone and laptop. All work can be completed remotely from your home office from anywhere in Canada.
Abilities & Attributes
- Functional written and verbal communication skills
- Results-focused with strong follow through, excellent time management and organizational skills
- Friendly and respectful with a positive work attitude
- Organized, self-disciplined, and reliable
- Creative and strategic thinking
- Self-initiating and thrives in an independent work environment
- Professional email, phone, web, and media etiquette
- Commitment to the cause
Application Deadline
December 29th, 2020, 5pm local time
Interviews are December 30th-31st via Zoom
Remuneration
$18.00/hr, 280 hours
To apply
Applications will be accepted by email only until the deadline. If this opportunity interests you, please email your cover letter, resume, and references to bikeshare@bikewinnipeg.ca with “Bikeshare Service Researcher” in the subject heading. In your cover letter, please confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria noted above.
We seek diversity in our workplace. Indigenous persons, women & gender-diverse people, visible minorities, and persons with a disability are encouraged to self-declare as a part of your application.
No phone calls please.
Transportation Survey Researcher
Bike Winnipeg is a non-profit, member-based organization working to make cycling in Winnipeg a safe, enjoyable, accessible, and convenient transportation choice year round.
We are seeking a passionate individual in Canada for the position of Transportation Survey Researcher (Recreational Activities Consultant) to assist with our Bikeshare Development Project, who supports the mission and vision of Bike Winnipeg and other social-purpose cycling organizations in Canada, and who is committed to active transportation.
Term
This position is for 280 hours starting January 4th until February 28th.
Location
This position will involve a mix of remote and in-person work in Winnipeg as permitted by public health orders.
Mandatory Qualifications
- Be between the ages of 15-30 (inclusive) at the start of the internship
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or persons granted refugee status in Canada
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities
In general, duties and responsibilities include any tasks or activities that support the development and delivery of a bike access participation survey about bicycle ownership and the development of a bikeshare service for residents, workers, and visitors. Tasks include:
- Create and deliver a participant survey with relevant ethical and privacy considerations
- Establishing a baseline measurement for GHG emissions, life expectancy, physical activity, financial health, and opinions before and after a bike access program
- Participant survey preparation including ethics, privacy considerations, and evaluation
- Researching various impact measurement frameworks (e.g. Sustainable Development Goals) and performance indicators for impacts to climate, pandemic preparedness, municipal budgets, personal health and well-being, neighbourhoods, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Attributes
From a combination of formal education and experience, successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Being outgoing, friendly, kind, and caring
- Have an understanding of the challenges and opportunities for newcomers to Canada and for Indigenous people
- Good organization of project files, survey data, and other information; database experience is an asset
- Report-writing experience
- Functional written and verbal English; speaking multiple languages is an asset
- Results-focused with strong follow through
- Excellent time management, scheduling, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
- Organized, self-disciplined, and reliable
- Creative and strategic thinking
- Self-initiating and thrives in an independent work environment
- Professional email, phone, web, and media etiquette
- Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required to achieve project outcomes
- Interest in sustainable transportation
Application Deadline
December 29th, 2020, 5pm local time
Interviews are December 30th-31st via Zoom
Remuneration
$18.00/hr, 280 hours
To apply
Applications will be accepted by email only until the deadline. If this opportunity interests you, please email your cover letter, resume, and references to bikeshare@bikewinnipeg.ca with “Transportation Survey Researcher” in the subject heading. In your cover letter, please confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria noted above.
We seek diversity in our workplace. Indigenous persons, women & gender-diverse people, visible minorities, and persons with a disability are encouraged to self-declare as a part of your application.
No phone calls please.