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5 people are interested
Corporate Development Research Assistant
ORGANIZATION: JDRF-Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
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5 people are interested
Title: Corporate Development Research Assistant
***Please note that this position is a "remote" position which means that the projects are not completed in an office environment, but rather at the location of the volunteer's choosing (ie: home, on campus, etc.)
Position Summary:
The primary function of the volunteer Corporate Development Research Assistant is to explore possible corporate funding prospects that can be stewarded towards future involvement with JDRF signature fundraising events.
Available Positions: 1
Reports To:JDRF Victoria Chapter Manager, Fundraising and Development
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Research and create a database with possible corporate business connections
- Brainstorm supplier and sponsorship opportunities
- Assist the JDRF Victoria Chapter Manager, Fundraising and Development, and the Senior Coordinator, Fundraising and Community Engagement with current projects
Minimum Commitment: 3 months
Schedule (or number of hours/week):
Approximately 2-3 hours per week
Location: This is a work-from-home opportunity
Accountability:
- Accountable to all JDRF staff
- Maintains strict privacy and confidentiality of all personal information belonging to businesses, families, volunteers, and staff that you encounter during your volunteer experience. All volunteers are subject to signing a JDRF confidentiality agreement.
- Please call or email JDRF staff, as soon as possible, if you are unable to perform duties.
Qualifications:
- Strong research skills
- Computer savvy
- Education Level: currently enrolled or graduated from University
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of local businesses and corporate social responsibility will be considered an asset
- Access to own computer with reliable internet connection
Desired Candidate Traits:
- Has the ability to communicate effectively, follow-up, and follow-through
- Desire to volunteer at a non-profit organization
Training Provided:
- Project overview will be provided
Benefits:
- Gain professional work experience in a non-profit environment
- Put your skills to great use in meaningful projects
- Support a worthy cause, help find a cure for type 1 diabetes, and make a difference
Application Process:
If you’re interested in volunteering for this position, please submit your resume to Lisa Mitchell at
lmitchell@jdrf.ca by Friday, March 2, 2018. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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About JDRF-Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Location:
4180 Lougheed Hwy, Suite 502, Burnaby, British Columbia V5C 6A7, CA
Mission Statement
For over 40 years, JDRF has been a global leader in the search for an end to type 1 diabetes (T1D), through both research funding and advocacy. During that time, we have always talked about a cure as a singular destination: a return to normal physiology. But today, we realize that we are engaged in a process of curing T1D - that a cure is not just a destination but also a journey along a path. And we recognize that a part of our mission must be to help those living with T1D today to live healthier, easier, and safer lives until we arrive at the end of that path.
Description
JDRF is the leading global organization focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Driven by passionate, grassroots volunteers connected to children, adolescents, and adults with this disease, JDRF is the largest charitable supporter of T1D research. The goal of JDRF is to improve the lives of all people affected by T1D by accelerating progress on the most promising opportunities for curing, better treating, and preventing T1D.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
PO Box 47063LangfordVictoria, British Columbia V9B 5T2Canada
DATE POSTED
March 26, 2018
SKILLS
- Business Analysis
- Basic Computer Skills
- Database Administration
- Internet Research
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Market Research / Analysis
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 2-3 hours per week, minimum commitment 3 montts