Published April 12, 2010
by iris_author
The Centre for Social Justice invites applicants for the position of Social Justice Retreat Coordinator
May 10 – August 30, 2010
The Retreat Coordinator will work with a Steering Committee (made up of experienced community workers and academics working in the field of social justice) to organize the 13th Annual Social Justice Summer Retreat. A member of the Board of Directors will act as a direct supervisor and meet with the student on a regular basis.
Please follow the link for more information on the Retreat:
http://www.socialjustice.org/index.php?page=summer-retreat
Duties:
· Responsible for overall coordination of logistics leading up to and at the event.
· Coordinate regular Steering Committee meetings, take minutes and follow-up with assigned tasks.
· Process registrations and subsidy applications.
· Respond to high volume of inquiries via email and phone.
· Develop a publicity strategy and manage website content.
· Recruit, train and supervise volunteers to help with logistics.
· Track expenses and manage event budget.
· Consult and work collaboratively with external groups, including the development of relationships with other non-governmental organizations, activist groups and the private sector.
· Coordinate fundraising efforts.
· Produce an evaluation report for funders and recommendations for future events.
Qualifications:
· Must have been registered as a full-time student during the preceding academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis during the next academic year.
· Event and social justice organizing experience is a strong asset.
· Demonstrated commitment to social justice work.
· Flexible and resourceful, self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Knowledge / experience using the internet (particularly social networking sites) to promote events and initiatives within the social justice community.
· Strong computer skills (including experience updating website content) would be considered a strong asset.
· Sensitive to individuals with mental health and/or developmental disabilities.
· Sensitive to various ethno-racial cultures and backgrounds.
· Candidate must be able to attend main event on August 26th-29, 2010 at Camp Arowhon, Algonquin Park.
Please send resume and cover letter to retreat@socialjustice.org by April 28.
Late applications will not be accepted. $15/h, flexible hours.
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