Adoption Events Coordinator

Volunteer Manitoba; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization is seeking a dedicated Adoption Events Coordinator to lead adoption events and ensure that dogs in need receive the attention they deserve. This role offers the flexibility of primarily remote work while requiring attendance at events to foster connections with partners and volunteers. You'll be responsible for planning, coordinating, and marketing events, ensuring a smooth process from start to finish. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of dogs and their future families. If you have a flair for organization and a love for animals, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Letter of reference

Certificate of recognition

Training/Orientation

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate adoption events with partners like PetSmart.
• Collaborate on event marketing and logistics.

Skills

Event planning

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Facebook

Messenger

Job description

Organizational Description: Manitoba Underdogs Rescue is a registered charity and non-profit organization that is foster home based and we carry out our mission thanks to an incredible volunteer team.

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, care for, and ultimately seek out permanent and loving homes for Manitoba dogs. In addition to this, we partner with First Nations communities to empower responsible dog ownership and welfare through education, support, and vet services.

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5717

Description of Duties:

Are you passionate about planning events and helping dogs find loving homes? We're looking for an Adoption Events Coordinator to lead our adoption events and make sure our underdogs get the spotlight they deserve. While this role is primarily remote, we'd love for you to attend events to connect with adoption partners and volunteers.

What you'll do:

1. Plan and coordinate adoption events with partners like PetSmart.
2. Work with our foster and vetting teams to select dogs for each event.
3. Arrange transportation for dogs and ensure events are well-staffed.
4. Collaborate on event marketing and logistics, including managing donations.
5. Build strong relationships with partners to keep events running smoothly.

What we're looking for:

1. Event planning experience is a plus!
2. Great communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
3. Comfortable with Google Docs/Sheets, Facebook, and Messenger.
4. Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Time Commitment: 3-5 hours per week (can vary)

Location of Volunteer Opportunity: Winnipeg (Assiniboine South, Downtown, Elmwood, Fort Garry, Inkster, Point Douglas, River East, River Heights, Seven Oaks, St. Boniface, St. James-Assiniboia, St. Vital, Transcona)

Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No

Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No

Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace

Organization will provide: A letter of reference, Certificate of recognition, Training/Orientation

Contact Information: Suite 511, 428 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0E2

Please note our team works a hybrid model; appointments are highly encouraged as we are not always in the office.

Volunteer Manitoba is located on the original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that the clean water we drink comes from Shoal Lake 40 first nation, and that our electricity is produced on treaty territory. Volunteer Manitoba respects the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.