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4 people are interested
Volunteer Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: The Machao Orphanage Foundation
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4 people are interested
The Cayenne Wellness Center and Children's Foundation is the umbrella organization of the MACHAO Orphanage and is dedicated to improving the health of communities, with a focus on advocating for individuals with sickle cell disease. We hold support groups, educate, engage, and work towards finding a cure for sickle cell disease with organizations across California. Last year, we held the 9th Annual Sickle Cell Disease Educational Seminar in Fresno, and it was one of our largest and most successful seminars yet. This year we are looking to expand our reach and continue engaging the community in order to spread awareness about sickle cell disease, and that’s where you come in.
We are seeking an intern who is interested in community organizing or volunteer coordination in the nonprofit sector. Cayenne Wellness sends volunteers to canvas in local malls in March, June, and August. What is canvassing? Canvassing is handing out informational papers and flyers, but also answering questions about sickle cell disease and the challenges the sickle cell community faces. It is the chance to educate, engage, and act as the face of a community that is frequently overlooked. Under the supervision and with the support of the Program Manager, you would recruit, train, and lead the volunteers out to the canvassing location.
Job requirements:
- Create visually compelling, clear, volunteer opportunity postings
- Follow up with and track interested volunteers
- Create, track, and follow the canvassing schedule for the 2018 year
- Write up content for volunteers to learn about how to engage with the public effectively
- Train volunteers over the phone about what to say and how to answer questions
- Attend weekend canvassing events in March, June, and August
From you
- Interest in nonprofit work, community organizing, or social justice issues
- Major in communication, nonprofit management, or human resources
- Professionalism, in your verbal and written communication
- Have a valid driver’s license and vehicle
- Ability to dedicate 1 - 2 hours a week during slow times, and 10 hours a week in the three weeks prior to canvassing events
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample in PDF format to Cassie Woods, Program manager, at cassie@cayennewellness.org
More opportunities with The Machao Orphanage Foundation
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About The Machao Orphanage Foundation
Location:
P.O. Box 3856, Glendale, CA 91221, US
Mission Statement
"MACHAO" is an acronym for MAkueni Christian Home for Assisting Orphans. The mission of MACHAO is to assist the destitute children, whose parents have been victims of death, namely HIV/AIDs. MACHAO focuses on providing these orphans with basic requirements such as: food, shelter, clothing and schooling facilities. The future vision of MACHAO is to expand the home facilities to cater to the increasing number of orphans and impoverished children. The group was formed in 1996 by seven Christians of the Africa Inland Church within Wote Division in Makueni District. MACHAO is a non-profit organization both in Kenya and in the U.S.A. and appeals to well wishers to support the program.
Description
In July 2005, Dr. Carolyn Rowley was introduced to the orphanage via Greater Heights Baptist Church located in Los Angeles, California. Greater Heights Baptist Church supports the missionary efforts of Joseph Mutunga and his family. Dr. Mutunga is one of the seven initial supporters of MACHAO. After Dr. Rowley's first trip to the orphanage, an assessment was made as to the children's need. In March 2007, Dr. Rowley formed the Machao Orphanage Foundation (a non profit organization) dedicated to supporting the efforts of the seven supporters, and the needs of the orphaned and impoverished children. The Machao Orphanage Foundation is a non profit organization in both Kenya and the U.S.A. Funding will support: The construction, building and furnishing costs for the new facility which will house 80 children in the impoverished region of Makueni, Kenya. Utilities (i.e., firewood, charcoal, paraffin). A child's education. The children in the orphanage are required to attend school. Participating in our 'Love-a-Child' program will support the purchase of a child's uniform, tuition, fees, books, and school supplies. Toiletries, clothing and medical supplies. Personnel. Currently, MACHAO has one house mother (matron) and a watchman. As the number of children grow, the orphanage will need at least one more matron and another watchman. Construction of a water system. Today, the Machao Orphanage Foundation continues to raise awareness and money for the new orphan facility and educational support.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
205 S Flower St.Burbank, CA 91502
DATE POSTED
October 11, 2017
SKILLS
- Program Management
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Verbal / Written Communication
- CSR / Volunteer Coordination
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- 1-5 hours a week, and 1 Saturday Mar, Jun, and Aug
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift objects