Coordinator, Community Volunteer Experience

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada MS Canada Full time

Are you someone who is passionate about the work that you do? Do you want your next adventure to be part of a great cause? If so, look no further than MS Canada Our team is looking to hire Coordinator, Community Volunteer Experience in **Alberta** on a full-time permanent basis, working 35 hours per week. We support flexible work options including remote work where possible; with some in-person meetings based on your location.

**Discover. Innovate. Act.**

We have a bold vision of a world free of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Our mission is to connect and empower the MS community to create positive change and you can be part of that

Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world, with an estimated 90,000 Canadians living with the disease.

We are privileged to be a part of a determined group of change agents who are working tirelessly to create a world free of MS. Some 1500 Canadians affected by MS serve as leadership volunteers on division and chapter councils and committees and an estimated 13,500 volunteers work tirelessly delivering programs, fundraising events, public awareness campaigns and social action activities.

Through discoveries, innovation and collective action, we will work together to alleviate the uncertainty that MS causes, help provide accessible options for disease management, and reach out to partners to eliminate physical and social barriers in our communities.

Our strategy not only lays out the roadmap in our journey to create a world free of MS, but we hope it also provides inspiration for all in the MS community to connect and collaborate in order to advance treatment and care, enhance well-being, understand and halt disease progression, and prevent MS from happening.

**The role you will play**

The Coordinator, Community Volunteer Experience engages and supports volunteers throughout the volunteer life cycle. This role partners across the organization and community to advance collective action and to help foster MS Canada as a charity of choice for volunteers. The Coordinator, Community Volunteer Experience will collaborate across teams to recruit and support volunteers as we deliver fundraising events and programs in support of Canadians living with MS.

**Key Areas of Impact**:

- Delivers a positive volunteer experience throughout the life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training, development, and support.
- Drives staff-volunteer partnerships across community to foster volunteer engagement and build a strong volunteer pipeline.
- Supports volunteer engagement and recognition in partnership with the volunteer's portfolio, such as identifying opportunities for growth and meaningful engagement with the organization.
- Provides input on volunteer strategy, such as identifying recruitment needs in collaboration with cross-portfolio colleagues.

**Requirements**:
**What you will bring**

Are you someone who:

- Is confident, energetic and results oriented?
- Has experience in volunteer engagement and the ability to mobilize volunteers to achieve fundraising event goals?
- Has a passion for enhancing the volunteer experience within the non-profit/health charity sector?
- Is highly organized with strong attention to detail?
- Is excellent at communicating, both verbally and written?
- Thrives in working in a fast-paced professional environment with specific targets?
- Has a track record of strong customer service skills and the ability to build and maintain successful working relationships with a variety of staff, volunteers and community partners?
- Cultivates a positive and supportive atmosphere by recognizing volunteer efforts, assisting volunteers with their endeavours and evaluating their experience?
- Is self-motivated and a multi-tasker with the ability to work independently and as part of a team?
- Can always maintain confidentiality, with sensitivity to issues of disability and diversity?
- Is flexible and can manage a diverse workload?
- Has exceptional computer literacy with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and is proficient with database software and survey software?

If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you

**Benefits**

**What we offer**

At MS Canada, we have a competitive total rewards package that includes health, dental, short-term disability, an employee and family assistance program (EFAP) and travel insurance, to name a few. We offer a RRSP matching program. In addition, we invest in professional development opportunities to support the growth of our team members. Not only do we have an extended, paid office closure at the end of the year, but we also have half day Friday's before long weekends On top of that, we offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities to work remotely as well Who wouldn't want all of that?

All positions at MS Canada will require a criminal background check.

MS Canada is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce where people from all backgroun

  • Coordinator, Community Volunteer Experience

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada MS Canada Full time

    Are you someone who is passionate about the work that you do? Do you want your next adventure to be part of a great cause? If so, look no further than MS Canada! Our team is looking to hire Coordinator, Community Volunteer Experience in **Alberta** on a full-time permanent basis, working 35 hours per week. We support flexible work options including remote...

  • Volunteer Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Candora Society of Edmonton Full time

    **Job description** **Position**:Volunteer Coordinator Candora is currently seeking a Volunteer Coordinator for a 0.8 F/T position (32 hour work week). Reporting to the Administrative Supervisor, the volunteer coordinator supports the operations of the organization through appropriate internal placement of volunteers and CEPP participants. **Who We...

  • Volunteer Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Arts on the Ave Edmonton Society Full time

    **VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR** **JOB DESCRIPTION** Are you a community connector? Are you a self-starter? Do you value communication and strong relationships? Are you a volunteer who has grown into a passionate leader? Someone who pours loves our city and cultural fabric of Edmonton through volunteerism? Do you love people and want to contribute towards...

  • Volunteer Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time

    **Department** Student Services - Sexual Assault Centre **Salary range** $60,299.77 to $83,456.99 **Hours per week** 35 **Grade** 10 **Posted date** November 1, 2024 **Closing date** November 20, 2024 **Position Type** Full Time - Operating Funded **Description**: **This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).** This position...

  • Leadership Volunteer Experience

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada PlantForever Full time

    Position title: Operations Manager (Edmonton) PlantForever is a non-profit organization in Edmonton. We plant trees in cities to mitigate the climate crisis. We are recruiting for an Operations Manager that will manage tree-planting events. This is a fantastic opportunity to capture management experience at a nonprofit! It is a part-time volunteer position...

  • Leadership Volunteer Experience

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada PlantForever Full time

    Position title: Operations Manager (Edmonton) PlantForever is a non-profit organization in Edmonton. We plant trees in cities to mitigate the climate crisis. We are recruiting for an Operations Manager that will manage tree-planting events. This is a fantastic opportunity to capture management experience at a nonprofit! It is a part-time volunteer position...

  • Volunteer Event Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Parkinson Canada Inc. Full time

    **Parkinson Canada Volunteer Opportunity** **Volunteer SuperWalk Coordinator** Parkinson Canada believes in a better life today for People Living with Parkinson’s, and a world without Parkinson’s tomorrow. Canada has some of the world’s highest rates, and it is growing quickly. People living with Parkinson’s are at the centre of everything we do at...

  • Special Occasion Volunteer

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Boyle Street Community Service Ltd Full time

    JOB TITLE: Food Services Coordinator REPORTS TO: Drop-In Manager SALARY RANGE: $43 036-$50 641/year ($22.07-$25.97/hour) HOURS: 37.5 hours/week, with some flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed JOB ID: 19-033BSCS “Despite great challenges we believe unhealthy cycles can be broken, new opportunities created and, through healing, health...

  • Coordinator, Community Relationship

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Boyle Street Community Services Full time

    **REPORTS TO**:Director of Development **HOURS**: Monday - Friday 37.5, Some evenings and weekends required for this position Despite great challenges we believe unhealthy cycles can be broken, new opportunities created, and, through healing, health restored.” The community relationship coordinator is the first point of contact for supporters reaching...

  • Coordinator, Events

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada Pilgrims Hospice Society Full time

    **COORDINATOR, EVENTS & VOLUNTEER ADMINISTRATION**(FTE: 1.0 / Full-time: 37.5 hrs/week) Pilgrims Hospice Society (PHS) is a registered charity that provides supportive and compassionate family-centred care to enhance the quality and dignity of life for those diagnosed with a progressive, life-limiting illness as well as support to those who are grieving the...

  • Volunteer Coordinator, Edmonton Mcc Thrift

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada Mennonite Central Committee Full time

    Canada, Alberta, Edmonton Applications due: 16 Oct, 2024 **Job Synopsis** The Volunteer Coordinator reports to the Edmonton Thrift Manager. Under the direction of the Shop Manager, the Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for maintaining and modeling a high level of organization and production through recruiting, training and mentoring volunteers. The...

  • Special Events

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada CKUA Radio Foundation Full time

    We are an inclusive, creative, hardworking group on a musical mission_ - to enrich lives and support the arts._ - As a member of the CKUA team, you’ll enjoy a music-centric, arts-focused office culture_ - and a professional, eclectic mix of colleagues._ - CKUA also offers bright, modern workspaces from the beautifully restored Alberta Hotel in Edmonton and...

  • Community Internship Program Lead

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada Volunteer Alberta Full time

    Type: Temporary Full Time, up to 10 months, depending on the start date Hours of Work: 37.5 hours/week **Who we are**: Volunteer Alberta (VA) is a warm and vibrant organization that nourishes the conditions for civic engagement and volunteerism in the province. Through a collaborative approach with our Board of Directors, our work is guided by and...

  • Volunteer Coordinator, Cia

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Explore Edmonton Corporation Full time

    **About Us**: We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy. Working...

  • Volunteer Program Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada Edmonton Public Library Full time

    Are you a consummate people-person with expertise in volunteer management? Are you a self-motivated, organized, and clear communicator? Do you want to engage more library lovers in supporting one of Edmonton’s favourite causes by coordinating EPL’s Volunteer Program framework? If so, this is the place for you! EPL continues to be one of the most used...

  • Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Make-a-Wish Full time

    **Volunteer Engagement Coordinator** **"The best prescription I've ever given is a wish."** - Dr. Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish® Canada - **What is Your Biggest Wish?** Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring...

  • Volunteer Services Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada The Mustard Seed Full time

    Are you looking to build your career in the Edmonton community? Come join us at The Mustard Seed! We are a certified Best Christian Workplace and humanitarian organization whose vision is to build community, grow hope and support change. The Mustard Seed is seeking an individual who is organized, communicates well and is passionate about supporting community...

  • Prayer Coordinator Volunteer

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Unlimited Edmonton Full time

    Do you enjoy: being with people, playing games and having fun, being creative and crafty, engaging in meaningful conversations, and creating a welcoming place for others to belong? May you even be looking for a place to develop leadership and mentoring skills? **You belong at Youth Unlimited Edmonton - investing in the lives of at-risk youth one...

  • Coordinator, Community Engagement

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Edmonton Humane Society Full time

    **Coordinator, Community Engagement**: **Full-Time Permanent**: **About Us**: The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been an animal welfare leader in the Edmonton community since 1907. We strive to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world. EHS is a safe haven for thousands of...

  • Community Networking Co-team Lead Volunteer

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Mental Health Copilots Full time

    Mental Health Copilots is a non-profit organization helping people access mental health resources. We believe that every person deserves equal access to mental healthcare, and our mission is to connect individuals with mental health services that work for them. We're looking for a **Community Networking Co-Team Lead Volunteer**, who will collaboratively...