Under the direction of our Community Engagement and Communications Lead, and in collaboration with the other members of the Hospice team, including volunteers, the Student Special Events Coordinator will be responsible for assisting with all of our special events and fundraising initiatives. This will be a great opportunity for a student to learn more about community engagement, planning and successfully executing special events, donor relations, and ethical, best practice fundraising for a charitable organization. As well, this position will provide the opportunity to learn more and practice skills in communications, utilizing social media and other methods to get our messages out to the region about our mission and operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assist with the execution of our annual Hike for Hospice event.
- Attend the Hike for Hospice Committee meetings and take minutes as needed.
- Assist with the communication plan for all special events and fundraisers for Lionel Kelland Hospice over the summer, including our Hike for Hospice.
- Maintain database for special events t-shirts and assist with their distribution, including for Hike for Hospice.
- Assist with the signage and promotional materials for all special events.
- Conduct local market research for use in ideas for additional special events and other fundraising opportunities.
- Provide on-site support for events, including set up, transport, and takedown.
- Assist with communications and social media campaigns as needed.
- Assist the Community Engagement and Communications Lead with various duties and projects.
- Assist the Volunteer Coordinator with various duties and projects.
- Other duties as required.
- *See the attached Position Description for a more detailed list of responsibilities.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Post secondary student pursuing a Business, Marketing, Communications, and/or related degree or certificate who will be returning to a post-secondary university or college in the fall.
- Is between the ages of 17 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment.
- Is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protections Act, S.C. 2001, c. 27 and is legally entitled to work according to the provincial legislation and regulations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written.
- Excellent organizational and workplace skills.
- Ability to use Microsoft 365 products.
- A valid driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle would be considered an asset.
Other Skills and Abilities
- A strong sense of dedication to the mission, values, and goals of Lionel Kelland Hospice and be a dedicated staff team member.
- Ability to handle difficult situations in a caring, empathetic manner with good judgement.
- Able to work in an environment with residents living with and dying from advanced illness.
- Tact and discretion in dealing with and handling confidential information.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team; able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Positive attitude and a willingness to “go the extra mile.”
Hours of Work
35 hours per week for 8 weeks; May 26th to July 18th, 2025
Hourly Rate Range
$16 per hour.
How to Apply
Please email a detailed cover letter and resume to: humanresources@lionelkellandhospice.ca
Deadline for applications: Wednesday, April 30th at 4 pm NST.