Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist

at  Canadian Cancer Society

Job Title: Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist
Location: Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, or Niagara
Work Model: Hybrid Work Model
Salary Band: 4 ($52,000 - $75,000 CAD)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Related post-secondary education; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• At least 1 – 2 years of customer service, fundraising and/or sales experience.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; including the ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Strong project management, organizational and time management skills.
• Confident and passionate public speaker who is comfortable presenting to both small and large groups.
• Experience with Instagram and Canva is considered an asset.
• Occasional travel across Canada occurs for internal meetings, conferences, and event visits. All necessary travel expenses are covered by the Canadian Cancer Society.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required.
• Knowledge and/or involvement in the Relay For Life Youth program is an asset.
• Knowledge of Canadian Cancer Society policies and procedures is an asset.
• A Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

• Recruit new high schools to host Relay For Life events, and train and mentor existing schools to meet event goals.
• Present the program to potential schools focusing on student councils, leadership classes, cancer clubs, interested students, teachers, and/or administration.
• Manage and grow an established revenue portfolio of approximately $650,000.
• Support and motivate student organizing committees to meet participant and fundraising goals; attend committee meetings when necessary.
• Support resource and program development with ongoing projects throughout the year.
• Provide training and guidance to high school students and teachers organizing Relay For Life.
• Attend student leadership conferences, speaking to groups of students and teachers at the Relay For Life trade show booth and workshops to promote Relay For Life.
• Participate in planning, delivering content, and coordinating logistics for ‘Relay University’, our training conference for high school planning committees.
• Coach student committees to implement strategies on topics such as participant recruitment, fundraising, marketing and promotions, and sponsorship for their event.
• Liaise with internal CCS departments regarding the program.
• Adhere to all administration procedures as required.
• Work in compliance with the provisions of The Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations and comply with CCS’ Health & Safety Policy.
• Contribute to our culture of justice, belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion by ensuring that all staff feel represented and heard regardless of their gender, age, religion, ethnicity, and nationality or race.
• Other duties as required.