Fundraising Volunteer Coordinator

Organization Name: 
CIVL Radio
Location: 
Abbotsford, BC
Description: 

CIVL Radio is gearing up for its 2nd full year as a full power F.M. station and its first annual Fundraising Drive week of events and programming, scheduled to take place July 12th - 19th. This requires a dynamic, dedicated, efficient and energetic individual who can take on the position of Fundraising Volunteer Coordinator to ensure that this year’s activities are a success! The successful candidate will understand the importance of making CIVL’s first Fundraising Drive a success.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the Fundraising Drive Coordinator, Station Manager, and in coordination with station volunteers to execute the first annual fundraising campaign
• Coordinate training of all on-air volunteers for the campaign
• Ensure the individual goals for each show is achievable in consultation with station staff and committees
• Coordinate a pledge database/ensure information is entered accurately
• Plan and oversee all steps necessary to maximize collection of pledges
• All other activities necessary to ensure the drive and events run smoothly
• Publicize the campaign throughout the station and surrounding communities
• Provide support for activities and events related to the Fundraising Drive events, staffing the phone lines, dissemination of promotional material, and on site leadership during events
• Create fundraising resources for volunteers in order to successfully pitch the drive to listeners during the fundraising period
• Ensure compliance from on-air volunteers regarding their fundraising drive obligations prior to and during their weekly program.

Qualifications: 

1. Strong organizational skills
2. Enthusiasm
3. Ability to work with and train volunteers
4. Exceptional communication & outreach skills
5. Ability to work independently
6. Ability to work to tight deadlines
7. Creative!

Additional Assets:
1. Experience in Community/Campus Radio or other non-profit organizations
2. Experience in fundraising operations or event planning
3. Background in design or crafting
4. Familiar with media tools, video, photo, press releases, etc.

Salary: 

$15/hr for 17 weeks, 3 full time weeks, 14 part time weeks

Terms: 
290 hours over 3 months
How to Apply: 
E-mail jobopportunity@civl.ca with Cover Letter, Resume and References
Closing Date: 
Wed, 2013-04-24
Website: 
www.civl.ca