We’re Hiring! Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator

Northern Lights Festival Boréal, Sudbury, ON

Job Description: 

Under the direction and training of the Executive Director, the Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator is responsible for building volunteer and community support for Northern Lights Festival Boréal (NLFB) through: effective recruitment, retention and coordination of a 250+ volunteer base, using new and existing strategies/resources; the implementation and review of policies and procedures for volunteers and general festival operations; the facilitation of inter-organizational communication and partnerships; the development of sponsorship and in-kind donations from private & public agencies; the organization of recognition events for volunteers, sponsors etc., the processing of ticket sales, volunteer applications, equipment rentals etc.; logistical coordination for festival, special events; as well as day to day office tasks as necessary.

Qualifications: 

• Are new entrants into the work force, are transitioning to a new career, or the unemployed or underemployed who are entering a new field;
• Have not previously participated in a NOHFC-funded internship;
• Are at least 18 years of age; and
• Reside, and be legally entitled to work, in Canada.
• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Communications, Marketing, Business, Management, Public Relations, Fundraising, Event Management, Arts Administration, Sales etc. or another relevant field considered an asset but not required;
• Work and/or volunteer experience in at least one of these fields or another related field;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Experience providing direction and training to volunteers and/or staff;
• Experience communicating with clients and the general public via telephone, email etc.;
• Experience drafting a variety of documents including: letters, reports, surveys, manuals, grant applications etc.;
• Experience with general word processing software, spreadsheet software, presentation software, email platforms;
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and prioritize work tasks;
• Concrete problem solving, conflict management and decision making skills;
• Ability to work flexible/extended hours during festival season and NLFB special events;
• Knowledge of government funding programs, as well as the non-profit and cultural sectors an asset;
• French or First Nations language skills an asset;
• G or G2 Driver’s License an asset;
• Own vehicle/access to vehicle an asset;

Application Deadline: 

March 17, 5 pm

Job Type:

Full time, one year, paid internship

Anticipated Salary: 

$34,000.00-$39,000.00/yr

Schedule:

Monday – Friday with some irregular hours (weekends, evenings)

Work Remotely:

Flexible

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to director[at]nlfb.ca with #VOL2022 in the Subject line by March 17, 5 pm.