Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Canadian Cancer Society Full time

**Job Title**: Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist

**Location**:Ontario

**Work Model**: Hybrid Work Model

**Salary Band**: 4 ($52,000 - $75,000 CAD)

**WHY JOIN THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY (CCS)?**

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives. We fund the brightest minds in cancer research. We provide a compassionate support system for all those affected by cancer, across Canada and for all types of cancer. As the voice for people who care about cancer, we work with governments to shape a healthier society. No other organization does all that we do to make lives better today and transform the future of cancer forever.

Help us make a difference.

**COME AS YOU ARE**

**JOB OVERVIEW**

Reporting to the Manager of Relay For Life Youth (RFLY), Signature Programs, the Relay For Life Youth Specialist will work as part of the national RFLY team to actively solicit new business opportunities with high schools to meet aggressive revenue targets for the _Relay For Life_ Youth Program. Relay For Life is a fundraising event put on by students at their high school to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society and support individuals in their community living with cancer. This role is responsible for revenue development, program support, and relationship management of current and new schools within the program. This role is primarily home-based with required travel to high schools, for recruitment, committee meetings, Relay events and student leadership conferences from September to July. July and August are focused on program planning and development.

Please note this is a 19-month mat-leave contract role from May 2024 - December 2025. The applicant will cover the regions of Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, and Niagara and must live in the area.

**WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING**:

- Recruit new high schools to host Relay For Life events, and train and mentor existing schools to meet event goals.
- Present the program to potential schools focusing on student councils, leadership classes, cancer clubs, interested students, teachers, and/or administration.
- Manage and grow an established revenue portfolio of approximately $650,000.
- Support and motivate student organizing committees to meet participant and fundraising goals; attend committee meetings when necessary.
- Support resource and program development with ongoing projects throughout the year.
- Provide training and guidance to high school students and teachers organizing Relay For Life.
- Attend student leadership conferences, speaking to groups of students and teachers at the Relay For Life trade show booth and workshops to promote Relay For Life.
- Participate in planning, delivering content, and coordinating logistics for ‘Relay University’, our training conference for high school planning committees.
- Coach student committees to implement strategies on topics such as participant recruitment, fundraising, marketing and promotions, and sponsorship for their event.
- Liaise with internal CCS departments regarding the program.
- Adhere to all administration procedures as required.
- Work in compliance with the provisions of The Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations and comply with CCS’ Health & Safety Policy.
- Contribute to our culture of justice, belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion by ensuring that all staff feel represented and heard regardless of their gender, age, religion, ethnicity, and nationality or race.
- Other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Related post-secondary education; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- At least 1 - 2 years of customer service, fundraising and/or sales experience.
- Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; including the ability to negotiate and influence others.
- Strong project management, organizational and time management skills.
- Confident and passionate public speaker who is comfortable presenting to both small and large groups.
- Experience with Instagram and Canva is considered an asset.
- Occasional travel across Canada occurs for internal meetings, conferences, and event visits. All necessary travel expenses are covered by the Canadian Cancer Society.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required.
- Knowledge and/or involvement in the Relay For Life Youth program is an asset.
- Knowledge of Canadian Cancer Society policies and procedures is an asset.
- A Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

**WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US**:
**COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS**

In return for your skills and dedication, we offer an attractive compensation package that encompasses a competitive salary, excellent benefits, which include paid parental leave, paid family sick time and health insurance, and the opportunity to have a rewarding employment experience where your contributions can make a true difference every day.

**H**OW TO APPLY**:
**OTHER INFORMATION**:

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