Provincial Advisory Committee Member

Volunteer

Provincial

The Canadian Red Cross Society, a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, is seeking a Provincial Advisory Committee (PAC) Member Volunteer. Reporting to the PAC Chair, the PAC member volunteer will serve on the committee that provides advice, insight and expertise to the Vice President and Director, People Services regarding strategies and tactics on volunteer engagement. The PAC will also be a voice for volunteers and endeavour to bring the perspective of the volunteer to the conversation. The PAC will support the continuing evolution of volunteer engagement within the CRC and will advise on emerging needs and roles for volunteers in service delivery, ambassador and advisory capacities

Key Responsibilities

Advise the senior leadership team on volunteer engagement strategies

Assist with the development and implementation of recruitment strategies for PAC membership

Assist with the screening and interviewing of potential volunteers

Develop mechanisms for effective communication processes to ensure volunteer “voices are heard”

Assist with the implementation of “ambassador” roles in departments/programs/services

Work with the People Services team in awards and recognition activities

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

The minimum qualifications for this position are the completion of a post- secondary education (diploma or degree) from a recognized institution, with a concentration in human resources/volunteer resources, communications or business management;and a minimum of 3 years of job/volunteer related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abilities and Skills:

Well versed in the Canadian Red Cross fundamental principles, mission, Strategy 2020 and Program and Services

A strong understanding of trends and demographics affecting volunteerism

A solid understanding of geo, social, ethnic, economic and cultural diversity in the province

Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and relationship building skills

Strong writing skills

Proficient use of computer applications

Strong communication and interviewing skills

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances

Ability to influence others

Commitment: PAC members will be asked to participate for a period of three years in alignment with the organization’s three-year planning and budgeting cycle. However, the commitment may be longer or shorter based on an individual volunteer’s interest and availability, objectives to be achieved and the advice/support required by the Vice President.

This position requires a successful Canadian criminal record check.

The Canadian Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Working Conditions

Primarily working remotely from home

Must have access to a computer and telephone for teleconferences and team calls

Will be required to attend two to four face to face meetings a year (reasonable travel costs will be reimbursed)

May be required, on occasion, to work non traditional hours including evenings and weekends

Interested parties may submit their resumesno later than November 23, 2016.

The Canadian Red Cross Society

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While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.