volunteer posting - regional coordinator

N.B. This is a voluntary position for which Results Canada does not provide any compensation. 

Join our dedicated team of staff and volunteers and help put an end to extreme poverty.

Results Canada is a grassroots advocacy organization that believes in mobilizing everyday people to generate the political will to end extreme poverty. Learn more about us. 

Under the direction of the Public Engagement team, each Regional Coordinator is responsible for supporting and engaging Results Canada's volunteers and supporting expansion efforts in their respective region of West, Central, or Eastern Canada.

responsibilities

• Facilitate advocacy and volunteer activities by supporting the growth and sustainability of the volunteer network in their region
• Lead check-in meetings with provincial leaders and group leaders
• Interview potential group leaders and facilitate leadership transitions within groups as needed
• Identify community outreach opportunities and facilitate volunteer recruitment and awareness building
• Be the point of contact for routine questions from Provincial Leaders and Group Leaders
• Collaborate with the Public Engagement team, with your fellow Regional Coordinators, and with volunteers in your region
• Lead on special projects as directed by the Public Engagement team
• Collaborate with local liked-minded organizations either to raise funds or promote awareness
• Lead by example by taking actions (political engagement, media letter-writing, etc.), alongside volunteers and in support of our campaigns
• Tasks outlined in the Provincial Leader role description fall to the Regional Coordinator in regions where there are no Provincial Leaders

requirements

• Must be of legal age in your province of residence
• West and Central Coordinator: strong English communication skills; Eastern Coordinator: strong English and French communication skills
• Self-motivated with an ability to prioritize and take initiative
• Demonstrated ability to perform independently with a remote team of colleagues and volunteers
• Ability to influence and willingness to lead by example
• Tech savvy and comfortable in a digital world
• Volunteer community experience in Canada
• Good interpersonal and oral presentation skills – outgoing and problem-solver
• Willingness and ability to maintain a flexible schedule, with evening activities and occasional weekend responsibilities
• Available and able to respond in timely manner (within 1-2 days)
• Respect for diversity and commitment to creating an environment that values inclusiveness and respect
• A sense of humour and generosity of spirit is essential

asset

• Experience with online platforms like Zoom, Slack, Google Suite, Google Groups, Canva, social media (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Experience in the not-for-profit sector and/or a volunteer organization and/or advocacy
• Experience working or volunteering remotely

benefits

Our power lies in our people – especially our volunteers who are the unsung heroes. Regional Coordinators will benefit from being integral and essential to the  mission of Results Canada and a valued resource to build a network of dedicated volunteers. In addition to the close relationships with community members, volunteers and staff, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced global health experts and highly trained advocates who share your deep passion for international development. You will expand your skills, receive a solid foundation of advocacy and community engagement by addressing current issues (ex. health inequity, COVID-19) and gain practical, real-world experience volunteering including with remote teams. Most importantly, you will feel the satisfaction from making a difference.

to apply

We are looking for a Regional Coordinator for the Western Canada region! Send your CV and cover letter to action@resultscanada.ca. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applicants must be over 18 years old and in living in Canada in one of the following time zones: Central Time, Mountain Time, or Pacific Time.

The openings for the Regional Coordinator volunteer positions for East and Central regions are currently filled. We encourage you to consider applying to become a Provincial leader OR joining or creating your own local group as a Group Leader.

Results Canada is committed to working within an anti-racism, anti-oppression, and anti-colonial framework and our anti-oppression values can be found here. We strongly encourage applications from women, racialized people, Indigenous people, migrants, people with marginalized sexual or gender identities, and people living with disabilities. We invite candidates to share how they personally identify in their application if they wish to do so.