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January 31 2012 »

SWCC is seeking an Events and Volunteer Coordinator

Events and Volunteer Coordinator Position – 2012

The Skeena Watershed Conservation Coalition (SWCC) is seeking an outgoing go-getter, who can ensure our fundraising and educational outreach events run smoothly, and our amazing volunteers are well organized and supported. You must be super organized, self motivated and able to think on your feet.

In this role you will report to the Executive Director and work closely with the local community, volunteers and SWCC’s Communications Director.

Purpose of the Skeena Watershed Conservation Coalition:

To cultivate a sustainable future from a sustainable environment rooted in culture and a thriving wild salmon ecosystem.

Job Description

The Event and Volunteer Coordinator (EVC) is responsible for the successful organization and implementation of SWCC outreach and education events as well as the overall supervision of the volunteer workers who assist with our projects, programs and events. The EVC will report directly to the SWCC Executive Director.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Event organization duties:
• Creating and adhering to event work plans for each event
• Following SWCC’s community organizing principles
• Organising logistics of events e.g. securing venues, projectors, sound systems etc.
• Helping to promote each event to ensure maximum attendance
• Collaborating with SWCC Director of Communications on media relations and publicity
• Keeping track of hours & expenses on a monthly basis
• Adhering to the pre-approved budget for each event
• Writing reports/evaluations on events
• Maintaining a consistent supply of merchandise for events
• Attending regular action meetings
• Providing regular progress updates to Executive Director

Volunteer co-ordination:
• Supervision and organizing of volunteers
• Recruitment of new volunteers
• Scheduling and conducting orientation of new volunteers
• Scheduling volunteer work times and following up on no-shows
• Communicating with volunteers and resolving any problems
• Motivating volunteers to stay involved
• Organizing and scheduling continuing educations for the volunteers
• Organize volunteer functions, such as summer BBQs
• Providing regular progress updates to Executive Director
• Attending regular action meetings

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• Good communication and people skills
• Motivated, self-starter able to work without supervision
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Computer skills
• Working with diverse communities and people
• Event organizing experience
• Community volunteer experience
• Excellent writing skills

Assets
• Experience with event and community organizing
• Excellent computer skills including Mac, some graphic design, spreadsheets
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.

Salary
Negotiable

Please send resumes to: ?info@skeenawatershed.com

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