Kidney Walk Event Day Volunteer

4 weeks ago


Mississauga, Canada Volunteer MBC Full time

Location:

Goal

The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease through funding and stimulating innovative research; providing education and support; promoting access to quality healthcare; and increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation.

Description

We are looking for event day volunteers for our 2024 Kidney Walk that will be responsible for registering walk participants, set-up/take-down of the event, and route marshaling at Erindale Park (1695 Dundas St. W, Mississauga ON L5C 1E3) on September 22nd, 2024.

We could not do what we do without our amazing volunteers. Join a dynamic and diverse group of people who are making an important contribution to improving the lives of people with kidney disease.

Volunteering with us is a positive and rewarding experience. Use your skills and talents to help others while exploring opportunities for personal growth in a respectful and supportive environment.

This is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those with kidney disease. You will also benefit from:

  • Hours of community involvement
  • Recognition letters of service 
  • Free parking
  • Light refreshments (variety of snacks and drinks)
  • Seeing the impact of volunteer efforts while supporting individuals and their families affected by kidney disease
  • Personal growth and professional development
  • Networking with volunteers, employees, and other professionals across Ontario 
Qualifications
  • Exceptional commitment to the mission while understanding the purpose of the Foundation
  • Takes initiative
  • Ability to engage, motivate, and inspire people
  • Works collaboratively with team members.

Requirements:

  • Carrying and lifting
  • Dexterity and agility
  • Walking and/or standing
  • Communication
  • Reading and writing
  • Works collaboratively with Chapter and or Branch staff
  • Works as part of a team
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision
  • Previous volunteer experience at a special event is an asset
Qualifications

Essential Skills:

  • Exceptional commitment to the mission while understanding the purpose of the Foundation
  • Takes initiative
  • Ability to engage, motivate, and inspire people
  • Works collaboratively with team members.

Requirements:

  • Carrying and lifting
  • Dexterity and agility
  • Walking and/or standing
  • Communication
  • Reading and writing
  • Works collaboratively with Chapter and or Branch staff
  • Works as part of a team
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision
  • Previous volunteer experience at a special event is an asset
Min Age: 14
Max Age: 85
Police Check: Not required
Resume:Not required
Driver's Licence: Not required
Proof of Vaccination: Not required Time Commitment

This is a Special Event commitment starting 2024-09-22 AND ending 2024-09-22
Shifts are available on the following days
 - Sunday Morning, Sunday Afternoon

Training

Training: Information including the meeting spot and staff lead will be provided to all volunteers in advance of the event day. Staff members on-site provide additional orientation and training during the event.

More Details

Areas of Interest: Fundraising, Event Planning, Healthcare
Accessibility: Partially Accessible Workspace
Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, Newcomers, Older Adults
Apply before: 2024-08-30

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