Community Engagement Coordinator- Canadian Red Cross

Community Engagement Coordinator

Program/Department: Fund Development
Location: Winnipeg

Purpose:

Assist the Fund Development Team by representing the Red Cross at community events.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Take a lead role in researching community events.
Understand the dynamics of how community fundraisers are organized.
Set up relevant display booths and material.
Participate in the event and be prepared to speak on behalf of the Red Cross.
Coordinate/oversee other volunteers as necessary.

Time Commitment:

Days, evenings and weekend availability, flexible scheduling.
Commit to day of the event.
Commit to a minimum of one year

Qualifications:

Ability to work independently.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability in problem solving and decision making.
Reliable
Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work a variety of flexible times (days, eves and occasional weekend)..

Requirements:

Understand and support the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement.
Completion of successful Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry Checks.
Hold a valid driver’s licence.

Training & Orientation:

Intro to Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement.
Fund Development training as required.

Benefits:

Opportunity to play an important part in raising awareness of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement and supporting the community in a time of crisis.
Gain information about community services and events.

For more information please contact:

Laverne Leenhouts
Volunteer Resources Coordinator
Canadian Red Cross, Manitoba Region
Phone: (204) 982-6731
Fax: (204) 982-8367
email: mb.volunteer@redcross.ca