Are you passionate about making a difference and driven to inspire positive change? Are you a dynamic and outgoing person who loves to communicate over the phone? Join our team as a Contract Fundraiser and play a vital role in supporting our charity's mission to transform lives. We are seeking a highly driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual who thrives on building connection and exceeding goals. In this role, you will secure 500 auction items, over a 8-week period, for a large fundraising event. This work involves securing donations by phone and email, in person pick-ups and some social media. If you're ready to combine your creativity, energy, and dedication to help us achieve our vision, we can't wait to hear from you!
We are hiring a Fundraiser/Resource Development Officer under the ESDC Canada Summer Jobs program.
Are you between the ages of 15-30, a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or a person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, and are legally able to work in Canada? The position is not available to international students studying in Canada.
The position is compensated for 35 hours per week and is a 8-week contract starting week of July 6th.
Are you a student in a field of study related to these activities? Have you graduated and are looking for opportunities to build your experience? Are you looking for your next opportunity and have had experience? Would you be able to explain your fundraising experience in your cover letter? (If you are unable to upload your cover letter, you can attach it or paste it into a message through indeed)
The position entails:
* securing auction items for a large fundraising event
* some social media marketing
* Car is required. (mileage reimbursed)
Monday - Friday job, some items may need to be picked up on Weekends. Most work will occur in Waterloo Region and surrounding areas. Hours scheduled are 37.5 hrs, 35 paid and .5 hr unpaid lunch break daily.
We thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.
Argus is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants to apply and will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under the Human Rights Code in all parts of the hiring process.
Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used in parts of our screening or assessment process for this role to the extent it is used by the platform provider.
Alternate formats of this document are available upon request. Please contact LeeAnne King at (519) 650-0452 to make a request.
This posted position is for a current vacancy.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks
Pay: $17.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- fundraising: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Police Check (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
