DESCRIPTION
ProudPolitics Canada is a multi-partisan organization which aims to diversify the face & voice of Canada's politics by increasing the number of openly LGBTIQ+ officials at all levels of government. www.proudpolitics.org
We’re now looking for someone to help plan our fall 2017 OUT TO WIN LGBTIQ+ Campaign and Candidate Leadership Training. We need a team player who can help us develop an exciting and impactful program to meet our participant’s needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Specifically this volunteer position will involve:
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> Support the events and special projects team in planning and execution of all aspects of the fall 2017 candidate and campaign training.
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> Assist in coordinating elements for the summit such as catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, audio-visual equipment, printing and security.
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> Organize registration of participants, prepare programs and promotional material, and publicize events.
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> Develop timelines for events, and supervise to ensure that the event follows the correct sequence of events.
REQUIREMENTS
What we’re looking for:
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> Experience or studying event management, public relations, or marketing.
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> Amazing attention to detail.
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> Excellent organizational and project management skills.
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> Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure.
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> Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
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> Proactive and naturally take initiative, with the ability to work independently and willing to support a strong cohesive team.
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> Creative, energetic, and flexible approach to projects/work (proven problem-solving skills).
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> A positive attitude and an eagerness to learn, contribute, and proactively try things out.
BENEFITS
What you will learn and your impact:
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> Expand your network with industry professionals and experts.
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> Gain hands-on experience and skills in a start up environment.
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> Support in developing leadership training focused on the LGBTIQ+ community.
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING
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> A one-on-one orientation and training session will be provided before the volunteer’s first shift.
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> Ongoing support and mentoring will be available throughout the entire volunteer engagement.
COMMITMENT
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> This is an unpaid volunteer position that requires a minimum time commitment of 3-5 hours per week until October 31, 2017.
LOCATION
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> Work remotely from home, utilizing online platforms (Google Docs)
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> Team meetings take place in downtown Toronto.
HOW TO APPLY
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> The application deadline is July 31, 2017 at 5:00pm.
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> Applicants please quote Out To Win - Volunteer Lead in the cover letter and in the subject line of the email.
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> Please send your resume and a brief explanation of why this role is a good fit for you to: [email protected]
