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1 person is interested
Light the Night Event Day Logistics Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Minnesota Chapter
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1 person is interested
Event Day Logistics Volunteer
At The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), we're passionate about our mission: to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS volunteers help carry out this mission in so many ways: supporting patients, family members, healthcare professionals, and our community, driving policy advocacy, participating in our campaigns, and helping LLS build much needed capacity.
Position Summary
Reporting to Brenna Wood, Campaign Specialist, Logistics, the purpose of this role is to coordinate and organize event logistics for Minnesota Chapter, Light the Night. The outcomes of this role serve our mission work and will require the volunteer to perform event planning duties and may include:
- Procure event supplies through LLS approved vendors
- Provide assistance with special event production items
- Order and organize event materials
- Recruit and supervise event day volunteers
- Assist with special projects pertaining to this event as assigned
Location
Minnesota Chapter, 1711 Broadway St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Event Day: Target Field, 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Time Commitment
5 -15 hours per week
Flexible schedule based on mutually agreed upon times. Project starts as soon as appropriate volunteer is identified and will be completed no later than November 5.
Qualifications
Volunteer should possess the following skills/qualifications:
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Outgoing, engaging, friendly personality
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Prior event planning or other project management experience preferred
- Familiar with MS Office Suite, data entry and database management
- Effective communication skills
- Volunteer management experience helpful
Background check required: Yes
Training
LLS will provide the volunteer with an orientation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society as well as the following training specific to the volunteer role:
Volunteer will be trained on specific event and/or campaign
Volunteer will be trained on VolunteerMatch
Tracked Learning: No
BenefitsFree Parking
Computer and work space provided solely for the purpose of this project
Access to LLS resources (Patient Access, etc.)
Reference for college credit is possible. Need must be indicated at the time of volunteer interview for consideration.
More opportunities with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Minnesota Chapter
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Minnesota Chapter
Location:
1711 Broadway Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413, US
Mission Statement
The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. We work tirelessly to find cures and ensure patients can access the lifesaving treatments they need. When someone experiences the fear and uncertainty of a blood cancer diagnosis, we provide hope, compassion, education and support. Our impact is felt beyond blood cancer. The breakthrough treatments we helped advance for blood cancers are now improving the lives of people affected by many types of cancer.
Description
Volunteers are our partners in the crusade to end cancer.
In 2021, LLS volunteers made a significant impact while selflessly dedicating their time and talent to achieve our mission. With countless ways to engage, from fundraising to providing patient support, our volunteers are changing the landscape of cancer.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Minnesota Chapter was founded in 1982 to serve residents who have been touched by one of the blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. The chapter serves the states of Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1711 Broadway St NEMinneapolis, MN 55413
DATE POSTED
August 27, 2018
SKILLS
- Project Management
- Event Planning / Management
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 5-15 hours per week