Outreach and Partnerships Specialist

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Canada; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Canada is looking for a committed Outreach and Partnerships Specialist to enhance community engagement and sponsor relationships. The role involves creating outreach materials, contacting potential partners, and contributing to outreach strategies. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for youth empowerment. This is a part-time and unpaid volunteer position requiring 8-10 hours per week.

Benefits

Empowering emerging adults

Collaboration with senior board members

Room for advancement within the organization

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in outreach, fundraising, or partnership development.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
• Previous experience in fundraising or donor relations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create outreach materials for sponsors and community partners.
• Reach out to potential partners through calls and emails.
• Research potential sponsorships and partnerships.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Experience with community engagement

Highly organized

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Outreach and Partnerships Specialist

8-10 hours per week

Ongoing

About Empowered Futures: Empowered Futures (EF) is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to empowering emerging adults as they navigate the transition into adulthood. Through mentorship, self-empowerment workshops, and accessible resources, EF helps young people build confidence, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and hope for their future. With a strong focus on mental wellness and community building, EF creates meaningful connections between youth, mentors, and partners, ensuring that the next generation is equipped with the tools and support they need to thrive personally and professionally. Join Empowered Futures as an Outreach & Partnerships Specialist and play a key role in elevating EF’s visibility, building relationships, and strengthening community and sponsor engagement. This role focuses on drafting compelling outreach materials, prospecting partnerships, and driving external engagement to support EF’s mission of empowering emerging adults as they transition into adulthood. The Specialist contributes to EF’s outreach strategy by preparing targeted communications, engaging with potential partners, and coordinating closely with the Outreach & Partnerships Engagement team to deliver on recruitment and sponsorship goals.

Responsibilities

• Create outreach materials: Write emails, letters, proposals, and presentations to communicate with sponsors, donors, and community partners.
• Reach out to potential partners: Contact new sponsors, mentors, and partners through calls, emails, and follow-ups to build relationships.
• Support messaging: Help develop messages for sponsors and donors that match EF’s brand and campaigns.
• Research opportunities: Find and keep track of potential sponsors, partnerships, and community collaborations.
• Collaborate with the team: Work with colleagues like the Partnerships & Development Associate and Applications & Grants Specialist to ensure outreach aligns with fundraising goals.
• Track activities: Record outreach efforts and update the Director of Partnerships & Engagement and the Engagement Lead.
• Represent EF professionally: Be a positive and professional face of EF when interacting with external stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings: Attend weekly Outreach & Partnerships team meetings and EF-wide town halls to stay aligned and informed.

Qualification and Experience

• 2–3 years of experience in outreach, fundraising, partnership development, sales, or communications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
• Strong written communication skills with experience drafting outreach or marketing materials.
• Experience with community engagement.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple outreach initiatives at once.
• Previous experience in fundraising, donor relations, partnerships, or sales is an asset.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work in a remote, volunteer-based team.
• Passion for youth empowerment, mentorship, and community building.

Benefits

• Empowering emerging adults with their growth and development
• Innovating the movement towards mental wellness
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary senior board members
• Growing your professional network
• Room for advancement and growth within the organization

This is a part-time and unpaid volunteer position (8-10 hours a week).

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