Fundraising Event Support and Volunteer Recruitment (Summer Student) - Alzheimer Society of KFLA

Event Planning and Management

• Event Support for the Fundraising Coordinator: fundraising events and campaigns (e.g., Walk for Alzheimer’s, Coffee Break / Social with A Purpose) in collaboration with volunteer committees.
• Maintain records and statistics for each fundraising event and campaign.
• Explore opportunities, recruit hosts and assist as appropriate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of third-party fundraising events and projects.
• Support in recruiting, training and managing volunteers.
• Plan and coordinate the development of materials related to fundraising and volunteering campaigns. (e.g. promotional materials, brochures, signage, invitations, programs, media releases, newsletter articles, website pages, social media)
• Community Relations, Maintain and expand the Chapter’s social media presence, represent the organization at community activities to enhance the organization's community profile.

Effective Communications

• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Fosters and sustains internal/external relationships through effective communication and networking
• Demonstrates an adaptive communication style suitable for a wide range of individuals
• Effectively articulates and actively listens to seek clarification and understanding
• Persuasive, yet open to considering other viewpoints
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Organizational Skills

• Strong organizational, planning, time management skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to define realistic, specific goals and objectives and to prioritize objectives
• Ability to work independently and be accountable for follow-up
• Adept and comfortable with delegating tasks to colleagues and volunteers
• Flexibility with work schedules and locations based on each event

Quality Focus

• Balances attention to detail and effective use of resources
• Takes initiative and proactively identifies opportunities and risks
• Actively seeks cost-effective solutions to event management, so as to maintain a low Cost of Fundraising

Technology

• Comfortable with technology and some familiarity with computer/fundraising platforms, including, or similar to, Microsoft Office, Razors Edge database, Luminate database, Canada Helps.
• Comfortable using various Social Media/Website platforms.

Managing Yourself

• Ability to focus on key priorities
• Establishes a level of comfort in asking for support when needed
• Manages time effectively
• Maintains a work and life balance

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

If you enjoy a face paced, flexible working environment and are committed to service excellence then please forward your cover letter and resume to:

Michelle Moore, Fundraising, Marketing and Volunteer Coordinator

Via email only to: fundraising@alzking.com

Deadline May 31, 2024