CHAPTER VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION

Board of Directors - Fundraising

 

OUR MISSION

·         To stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime.

ROLE PROFILE

·         As Director - Fundraising, you are the fundraising leader for a dynamic grassroots MADD Canada Chapter within your community.  You will work collaboratively with fellow board members; community leaders and the national office to support our mission.

COMMITMENT                                                                                                                   

·         1-2 year term, 5-10+ hours / month.

PREREQUISITE

·         Be an active Chapter member.

RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY TASKS / ACTIVITIES      

·         Chair and prepare agendas and minutes for the fundraising committee (if applicable).

·         Attend monthly board / Chapter meetings.

·         Attend annual general and / or general meetings.

·         Contribute to a Chapter newsletter (if applicable).

·         Champion the Project Red Ribbon campaign; the Strides for Change Walk (if applicable).

·         Lead fundraising projects / campaigns / initiatives as agreed upon by the Chapter board of directors.

·         Assist Director - Volunteer Resources with volunteer recruitment, interviewing, orientation, training and recognition (as it relates to the fundraising portfolio).

·         Work collaboratively with fellow board members; your community; community partners (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services, media, schools, health department, local merchants, companies, etc…) and the national office.

·         Maintain regular contact / communication with fellow board members; committee chairs; volunteers; members and the national office.

·         Be knowledgeable about MADD Canada’s policies, programs and services.

·         Promote the Chapter positively within the community.

·         Act as a spokesperson & community liaison for the Chapter (as required).

·         Actively seek fundraising opportunities within the community.

·         Meet and network with community groups, schools, businesses, clubs, etc… on a regular basis.

·         Actively seek opportunities to partner and build strategic alliances / partnerships within your local community.

·         Lead by example.

BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING

·         Share your skills and expertise as a leader.

·         Meet new people.

·         Gain new insights and experiences.

·         Explore or confirm new career opportunities.

·         Learn about fundraising.

·         Learn about volunteerism and the field of volunteer management.

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALITIES

·         You possess strong leadership, communication and networking skills.

·         You are a people person.

·         You are friendly, flexible, creative and energetic.

·         You are a team player.

·         You have prior experience organizing fundraisers (preferred, but not required).

·         You have prior experience co-ordinating and managing volunteers (preferred, but not required).

·         A certificate or diploma in fundraising (preferred, but not required).

·         You have prior experience serving on a board of directors (preferred, but not required).

ORIENTATION

·         You will receive an Orientation Guide and might be asked to attend an Orientation Session (from / by your local Chapter).

TRAINING

·         You will be supported and trained by fellow board members and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant.

WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS

·         Contact your local MADD Canada Chapter or visit MADD Canada @ www.madd.ca (feel free to attach a copy of your resume).

·         Candidates will be contacted for an interview.