Communications Coordinator - ElderDog Canada - Edmonton, AB

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A volunteer-run charity is seeking a Communications Coordinator in Edmonton to manage social media and foster relationships with community partners. This role involves promoting the organization's mission and engaging with volunteers. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a willingness to learn basic graphic design. Join a mission-driven team and make a positive impact on the lives of seniors and their dogs.

Benefits

Gratification of making a difference

Mentoring and support

Working collaboratively with volunteers

Qualifications

• Facility with social media platforms Facebook and Instagram.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn basic graphic design skills (in Canva).
• Experience building relationships with community partners.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow the National Communication and Social Media Guidelines.
• Maintain Pawd social media (Facebook and Instagram).
• Create and develop Pawd newsletter if applicable.
• Promote ElderDog through communications and media relation opportunities.

Skills

Social media management

Interpersonal communication

Graphic design (Canva)

Job description

Communications Coordinator - ElderDog Canada - Edmonton, AB

Ongoing

ElderDog Canada is a 100% volunteer-run, national charity dedicated to ageing peopleand ageing dogs. Because of the uniqueness and complexity of ElderDog’s mandate andcommitment to “help keep love in the home”, it is vitally important to raise awareness ofElderDog across sectors and through a variety of channels.

Responsibilities (mentoring and ongoing support provided)

• understand and follow the National Communication and Social Media Guidelines
• maintain Pawd social media (Facebook and Instagram)
• share posts from National Office and relevant posts from other Pawds, especiallyrelated to Rehoming
• create and develop Pawd newsletter (if applicable)
• foster relationships with new and existing community partners
• promote ElderDog through communications and media relation opportunities
• work closely with Education and Outreach Coordinator and Pawd Leader to ensure Pawd activities and events are promoted within and outside the Pawd
• liaise with National Communications and Social Media Coordinators
• participate in Pawd executive meetings
• participate in meetings with Communications Coordinators from other Pawds

Requirements

• facility with social media platforms Facebook and Instagram
• knowledge of or willingness to learn basic graphic design skills (in Canva)
• experience building relationships with community partners
• strong interpersonal and written communications skills

For more information, contact [e-mail].

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

gratification of making a difference in the lives of senior people and their dogs; enjoyment of time spent with dogs; working collaboratively with other volunteers; being part of a national organization; mentoring and support.