Community Outreach Officer

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada LDS Full time
Organization Overview   

LDS - Learn. Develop. Succeed. is a growing, innovative, research-based, nonprofit charity serving children, youth and adults with diagnosed or suspected learning differences such as dyslexia, written output disorders, ADHD, and executive function challenges.  


In collaboration with academic institutions, LDS offers individualized, evidence-based, and technology-embracing programs that target student-specific learning needs. Our growing programs and services operate throughout BC online, from our Learning Centres in East Vancouver and North Vancouver, at in-school locations, and in our mobile classroom. 

 

We provide affordable programs to ensure that all children have an opportunity to realize their full potential. Through early intervention, we support students at a critical time, leading to profound, positive changes in student life outcomes. We are scaling up our organization and services to effect system change with material and wide-ranging societal benefits.


We are a diverse group of inspired, dedicated and caring professionals making a significant impact in the lives of the learners, families and the communities we serve. We seek new skills, energy, and talent to grow our team, deepen our impact, and advance our mission.


Purpose of Position 

LDS is looking for two Community Outreach Officers to work with our Development/Fundraising Team to spread the word about our charity, our programs, events, and supporter opportunities. They will play a pivotal role in creating ‘buzz’ around the LDS brand and encourage potential supporters and community members to work with us to create real change for learners and families who need our innovative and research-based supports.


Principal Roles and Responsibilities 

Community Outreach will assist the Development/Fundraising team with the following:

- Door-to-door canvassing of local communities- Dropping off flyers, merchandise, and other brand items to local businesses and community members- Set up and tear down of temporary information/event booths (as needed)- Foster positive relations with local community members, businesses, and organizations- Collect contact information for potential families or supporters- Arrange follow-up meetings with members of our leadership and support team- Daily reporting of field outcomes to management- Other development-focused tasks as needed Competencies - Outstanding interpersonal and presentation skills- Strong organizational and time management skills- Self-motivated and self-directed- Strong written ability- Ability to work outside in varying climates (please note that this job runs through the Summer)- Ability to balance various work activities and shift their attention from one task to another to meet the demands of different stakeholders- Detail-oriented and accountable
Additional training and organization information to be provided during onboarding

Requirements - High School diploma or equivalent- Recent sales or door-knocking experience is an asset- Ability to lift 15-25lbs- Reliable personal vehicle + proof of valid BC driver's license- Reliable personal mobile device (for communication; can be subsidized)- Criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening- Eligibility to work in Canada
Start date: As soon as possible.
Reports to: Executive Director

Hours of work: Negotiable – flexible and to be discussed (please note these are full-time positions).
Remuneration: $25.75/hour - (reasonable travel and community expenses to be reimbursed where personal vehicle is used) 


Location: LDS East Vancouver Learning Centre, located at Rupert and East Broadway. Easily accessible by SkyTrain or bus. Due to the nature of the position, successful candidates will be required to travel around the Lower Mainland (Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, Delta, Langley)


Job Type: Full-time (fixed-term summer contract) 40 working hours per week.
Equity: LDS is committed to employment equity and believes that a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, abilities, and with a range of life experiences to apply.
Accessibility: Please note, LDS’s main office space is located on the ground floor of the building. How to apply: Please apply directly through our careers page

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