Run for the Cure - Community Outreach Lead - Ottawa
ORGANIZATION: Canadian Cancer Society - Ontario
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Take the challenge:
Volunteers are the community drivers in every Run location in Canada. Together with a committee of like-minded individuals, you will raise funds for breast cancer research and support programs through the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure. Planning and organizing the Run takes time, passion and creative thinking. In partnership with volunteers and staff, you will be part of something truly extraordinary in your community. Although this is a national event, local success depends on volunteers like you. With your community insight, you will raise awareness, encourage participation, and drive fundraising results.
What’s Involved:
As the Community Outreach Lead, identifying and implementing opportunities to promote the CIBC Run for the Cure in your community (festivals and events, speaking engagements, clubs) is your skill. You have a great ability to encourage participation in the Run by connecting with the community and sharing the importance of the cause and impact of funds raised. Along with the support of your Volunteer Run Directors and Communications Lead you will coordinate the committee in the execution of pre-Run promotional events, ensuring logistics and volunteer resources are managed in a timely fashion throughout the summer and fall.
Time Commitment:
- Monthly committee meetings from May to July and biweekly in August and September
- Weekly tasks averaging 3-5 hours per week depending on the scope of tasks and time of year
- Attendance at additional weekend events are required for this position!
- Attendance and leadership role at Run events/opportunities leading up to & including Run Day
- In person availability for Run Day and for two days prior
The ideal Community Outreach Lead is/has:
- Access to a vehicle and the physical ability to setup and take down promotional displays
- The ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Exceptional relationship building and communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Passion for the breast cancer cause
You will gain and experience:
- Contributing to the organization’s vision of creating a world where no Canadian fears cancer
- Developing your marketing and promotions skills
- Building relationships in your community with a network of volunteers and community organizers
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About Canadian Cancer Society - Ontario
Location:
55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 500, Toronto, ON M4V 2Y7, CA
Mission Statement
At the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), our vision is a world where no one fears cancer. With the support of our volunteers and donors, we improve and save lives by taking a comprehensive approach to our work against more than 100 types of cancer. CCS funds research, provides services to those living with cancer, advocates on important cancer-related issues and educates and empowers people to make healthy choices.
Description
At the Canadian Cancer Society, we are committed to improving and saving lives. That’s why we are always looking for new ways to prevent cancer, find it early and treat it more successfully. It’s why we’re always ready to give people with cancer the help and support they need to lead more fulfilling lives.
We set ourselves apart from other cancer charities by taking a comprehensive approach against cancer. We are also the only national charity that supports all Canadians living with all cancers across the country.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Ottawa Community Office#500 - 116 Albert StreetOttawa, ON K1P 5G3Canada
DATE POSTED
August 5, 2020
SKILLS
- Public Relations
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Sales Marketing
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- CIBC Run for the Cure takes place on Sunday October 4, 2020. The Community Outreach Lead will host presentations to encourage participant engagement with the event.
- Successful candidate must be comfortable with public speaking and making presentations. Experience with on-line presentations an asset