Student Event & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

JA Northern Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Student Events & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, where you will empower youth through engaging career exploration events. This role is pivotal in expanding outreach by fostering relationships with schools, volunteers, and corporate partners. You'll coordinate impactful events, ensuring every participant gains valuable insights into their future careers. With a focus on community engagement and collaboration, you'll help inspire the next generation of leaders while enjoying a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you're passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching

Professional Development Time

Paid Time Off for Christmas

Compressed Work Week

Paid Downtown Parking

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and high motivation are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of World of Choices events annually.
• Develop and manage relationships with volunteers and partners.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Public Speaking

Conflict Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM Systems

Job description

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Role:Student Events & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Location: Edmonton

About Us:

Junior Achievement (JA) is a non-profit organization committed to empowering young people to achieve economic success by enhancing their financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurial skills. Our educational programs inspire and prepare students for the real world of work and business.

Our Mission:

To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.

Our Values:

·Believe in the boundless potential of young people

·Advocate for the impact of relevant hands-on learning

·Teach principled, market-based economics and entrepreneurship that build a more sustainable world

·Approach our work with passion, honesty, integrity and excellence

·Seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents in our staff, volunteers and boards to reflect the geographies and communities we serve

·Nurture the power of partnership and collaboration

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic, relationship-focused individual to join our team as the Student Events & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator. This role is responsible for leading the successful delivery of the World of Choices career exploration events across Northern Alberta and for stewarding key relationships with schools, post-secondary institutions, corporate partners, banks, skilled trades organizations, entrepreneurs, and volunteers.

As a frontline ambassador for JA, the Coordinator will play a pivotal role in expanding our reach and deepening our impact. By growing and engaging a strong volunteer network, increasing student participation, and delivering inspiring and well-executed events, the Coordinator will help ensure every participant experiences the full value and inspiration of JA’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

World of Choices Program Coordination:

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple World of Choices events annually across Northern Alberta.
• Maintain strong, ongoing communication with educators, students, volunteers, and partners to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Lead the presentation and facilitation of program content during events, ensuring an engaging and impactful experience for all participants. Develop and distribute promotional materials, event guides, and participant communications to support engagement and ensure participants are well-informed. Provide event planning and logistical support for other events such as Big Pitch, Company Program Executive training, etc.
• Collect, analyze, and report on program impact data to funders and stakeholders.

Volunteer Engagement and Relationship Stewardship:

• Actively develop and manage relationships with volunteers from corporate groups, banks, post-secondary institutions, trades organizations, entrepreneurial networks, and community partners.
• Steward long-term relationships with volunteers to build a strong, reliable volunteer base and drive engagement across JA’s program suite.
• Identify and cultivate new partnerships with schools, organizations, and corporate sponsors to enhance program offerings.
• Support cross-program volunteer needs, ensuring integration of volunteers into various JA programs as needed.

Program Support and Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of volunteer participation, event metrics, and partnership engagements using JA’s CRM system.
• Support broader program delivery and special events as needed, including occasional in-school facilitation.
• Assist in preparing grant reports, and impact stories for funders.
• Actively participate in organization-wide initiatives to support Junior Achievement’s mission and strategic goals.

In addition to the outlined responsibilities, the Coordinator is expected to actively participate in events and opportunities that support the overall mission and goals of Junior Achievement. These additional duties are essential for fostering positive relationships with students, volunteers, schools, and the community at large and contribute to the overall success of Junior Achievement.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and a high degree of motivation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation to travel within the Greater Edmonton Area.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Passion for working with youth, community stakeholders, and volunteers.
• Positive team player with strong conflict management skills.
• Proactive, results-oriented approach to event and relationship management. Detail-oriented with the ability to see the big picture.
• Public speaking and facilitation skills.
• Marketing, communications, and/or customer service experience is an asset. Comfortable speaking publicly to various audiences.
• Ability to represent JA professionally with diverse audiences including business leaders, educators, and students.

Employment Value Proposition and Work Environment:

At Junior Achievement Northern Alberta, we promise the work you do will change lives.We aspire to create a learning environment where we care about each other, have fun and have the supports to reach our greatest potential.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes:

-A health care spending account and life insurance

-RRSP matching

-Professional development time and spending allowance

-Paid time off for Christmas holidays

-A compressed 35 hour work week

-Paid downtown parking

The role is a combination of in-office and out-in-community work.

There is seasonal variation of hours and workload related to program delivery requirements. Working evenings and some weekends will be required.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about building bridges between youth and the world of work and empowering the next generation of leaders, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and enthusiasm for our mission to [e-mail] with the subject line "Student Events & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator."

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check.

Junior Achievement is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Non-profit Organization Management

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